Martins hammered Over Seattle Sounders move
Levante sporting director, Quico Catalan has criticised Obafemi Martins over his sudden move to the MLS club, Seattle Sounders, saying that the departure was the best for both parties. The Super Eagles’ striker signed a two – year contract with the American club after paying his buy – out clause of around 3.6 million euros. Catalan said: ”When a player does not want to wear the shirt of Levante then he will not be selected.
Martins quits Levante, heads for Seattle Sounders
Nigeria striker Obafemi Martins has bought himself out of his contract with Levante, the La Liga club said on Monday, amid reports he is set to join MLS side, the Seattle Sounders. Obafemi Martins: heads for Seattle to join Seattle Sounders “This afternoon, Martins has deposited with the Spanish football league the amount stipulated in the buy-out clause in his contract with Levante,” the club said in a statement. Spanish media reported the figure to be 3 million euros ($3.9 million)
Ronaldo brace clinches Madrid victory at Celta Vigo
Real Madrid registered their sixth consecutive victory in all competitions as two goals from Cristiano Ronaldo led them to a 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo. Despite dominating for long spells in the first-half, Madrid couldn’t find a way past Celta goalkeeper Javi Varas until just after the hour mark when Ronaldo swept home a loose ball from close range