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Chief Rum · 06-29-2003, 06:59 PM

Friday, September 20, 2002

London Times

Betis Signs Morientes From Real Madrid

SEVILLA, Spain-- In a surprising intra-league move, Spanish power Real Madrid sold star striker Fernando Morientes to Real Betis Balompié for £10.5 M.

Morientes, a popular star for Spain's national team, seemed to welcome the deal, as it removes him from sharing time with fellow Spanish star Raul and Brazilian superstar Ronaldo in Real Madrid's crowded forward line.

Morientes, 26, had six goals in seven appearances for Real Madrid, including four starts. He will likely receive full time and a starring role with Betis, a noted rival of Real Madrid.

Morientes will still be paired with Raul for international matches for Spain.

Real Madrid was mum on what they would do with the transfer funds, although it seems reasonable to assume that some of it will go to pay for star Portuguese forward midfielder Deco, whom they bought from Porto two weeks ago for £9 M.

06-29-2003, 06:59 PM	#108
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	Friday, September 20, 2002 London Times Betis Signs Morientes From Real Madrid SEVILLA, Spain-- In a surprising intra-league move, Spanish power Real Madrid sold star striker Fernando Morientes to Real Betis Balompié for £10.5 M. Morientes, a popular star for Spain's national team, seemed to welcome the deal, as it removes him from sharing time with fellow Spanish star Raul and Brazilian superstar Ronaldo in Real Madrid's crowded forward line. Morientes, 26, had six goals in seven appearances for Real Madrid, including four starts. He will likely receive full time and a starring role with Betis, a noted rival of Real Madrid. Morientes will still be paired with Raul for international matches for Spain. Real Madrid was mum on what they would do with the transfer funds, although it seems reasonable to assume that some of it will go to pay for star Portuguese forward midfielder Deco, whom they bought from Porto two weeks ago for £9 M. __________________ . . I would rather be wrong...Than live in the shadows of your song...My mind is open wide...And now I'm ready to start...You're not sure...You open the door...And step out into the dark...Now I'm ready.