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To speak of Real Madrid defenders is to speak about strength, courage and talent. Many players have taken position on the Madridista back line and many have contributed to its ever-growing legend. One of the most recent members to join the club is Sergio Ramos. His 200 matches played for Real Madrid ensure a bright future for both player and Real Madrid.

SIMILAR CAREER PATHS
Like Sergio Ramos, Real Madrid all-stars including Pirri, Sanchis and Fernando Hierro debuted at a young age and spent many years donning the white shirt. Jose Martinez “Pirri” played his first match for Real Madrid when he was just 19-years old -just like Ramos- and for 16 years defended the Madridista goal.

"I would love for my name to live on like Pirri's did," said Ramos after his third season in the Spanish capital. Pirri later blessed the Seville native by stating, "Sergio Ramos will make history at Real Madrid."

THINKING LONG-TERM
Similar to Sanchis, Ramos has reached his 150 league match at the age of 23. It took both players five years in doing so. Sanchis suited up for Real Madrid for 18 seasons and played more han 700 matches.

Fernando Hierro and Sergio Ramos signed for Real Madrid at a very young age. The former player was 21 when he joined, while Ramos was 19. Quite a coincidence for two players who have always been compared to one another. "He has a very promising future. He is in incredible shape, he is young and he has the drive," said Hierro the day Ramos was unveiled.

BRIGHT FUTURE AHEAD
Ramos inherited Hierro's number '4' shirt; another symbolic move for Madridismo. "He has a winning attitude and character and he is very mature for his age," added Hierro during the presentation.