“After 25 years defending the emblem of the biggest club in the world, this is one of the hardest days of my life. It feels like it was only yesterday when at the age of nine I wore for the first time Real’s jersey and my dream came true.
“During this time we have enjoyed ourselves, shed tears, happiness, laughter, I have felt loved. This club has not only taught me to be a sportsman but also taught me human values, being, those of respect, camaraderie and humility.
“I have always tried to show all of them wherever I went. I want to acknowledge all of my former and current teammates — I leave a lot of friends behind me and I know that I will be always be able to count on them.
“I want to thank all of my coaches throughout my career, all of them. I have learned a lot from all of them.”
“All my love to my family, who made sacrifices for me to pursue this hard but rewarding career. Also to my wife and my child, because they will always be there next to me.”
“Whether people remember me for being a good or bad goalkeeper, above all I would like to be remembered for being a good person, with my defects.
“Thank you. I will never forget you and be sure that wherever I go, I will shout: Hala Madrid!”
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