Roberto Firmino shares how close he actually came to joining Real Madrid after leaving Liverpool

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Roberto Firmino has commented on a potential move to Liverpool’s recent Champions League opponents Real Madrid.The Spanish press praised Arne Slot’s side on the back of their victory over Los Blancos on November 1.Alexis Mac Allister scored the only goal of the game to hand the Reds three points at Anfield.Hugo Ekitkie impressed in the win, while former Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino has been speaking about both teams this week.Photo by Noushad Thekkayil/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesHow close Roberto Firmino came to signing for Real MadridSpeaking to TNT Sport Brasil before Tuesday’s fixture, the Brazilian was asked: “Real Madrid – I also read some news before coming here that there was interest, reports in the media, even some recent talk about Real Madrid being interested in you. What’s the story there?

Back then there was real interest from Madrid.“But there were a lot of factors. Not that I’m impatient, but I had to wait, you know?

Then the offer from Al-Sadd came, and I had to pray and think if that was really the right thing.“So, that’s how it happened – I went to Arabia, and I believe the purpose was fulfilled there. I think that’s what was meant to happen.”The interviewer continued: “Did you have that feeling of wanting to play for Real Madrid someday?”The former Liverpool striker replied: “Of course – Real Madrid is a massive club.