kaka-angelo.blogspot.com: 2009

Jul 1, 2009

Kaka ushers in latest Real Madrid era

With the crowd chanting his name, Kaka received a roaring welcome Tuesday
when he was introduced at his new home of Real Madrid before at least 50,000 fans.
The 27-year-old Brazilian playmaker, acquired from AC Milan for $92 million,
was presented by team president Florentino Perez at Santiago Bernabeu.
Kaka shook his head in delight at the response by the fans.
“I’m very happy about this new step in my career at Real Madrid,” said Kaka,
who will wear jersey No. 8. “Viva Madrid!”
Kaka, who passed his medical earlier Tuesday, and Cristiano Ronaldo are
Perez’s major summer signings as the team tries to make up for a season without a trophy.
“There are no words for today, it’s an unforgettable day,” Kaka said through a translator.
“All of this is a great honor and responsibility, and not a negative responsibility
but a positive one. I hope we can win titles and many victories.”
Kaka agreed to a six-year contract with Madrid and will team with Cristiano Ronaldo,
the world player of the year who was acquired by Madrid for a record transfer of $131 million.
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