Real Madrid FC

• Nickname:
• Founded:1902
• Manager:Jose Mourinho

• Ground:
• Capacity:NaN

Raul facing uncertain future

16 Jun 2009 - 16:57:44

Click To Enlarge

Real Madrid's sporting director Jorge Valdano has warned Bernabeu legend Raul that he may have to settle for a lesser role with the Spanish giants next season.

The 31-year-old is Real's all-time leading scorer and has won more than a one hundred caps for Spain, but faces tough competition for a starting spot following the signing of Kaka and the imminent arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Valdano confirmed: "The new arrivals will be given priority, but Raul is going to have the same opportunities as the rest of his team-mates.

"Raul's football is more about statistics than anything else and he has earned the right to continue.

"We'll see what role he plays this season, he is the captain and a smart man. He has the maturity to deal with whatever comes his way."