Real Madrid unveiled their new No. 7 on Friday, and the striker has commented on taking the iconic number, which was worn by the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Raul.
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Mariano Diaz was unveiled to the media and supporters on Friday after completing a return to Los Blancos from Olympique Lyon.
The Dominican striker surprised many when he was unveiled as the club's new No. 7, a number which was previously worn by the club's all-time record scorer, Ronaldo.
"For me the most important thing is not the number," said Mariano, despite reports claiming he asked to succeed Ronaldo. "It is a challenge and a pride to carry the same number as all the legends, like Emilio Butragueno, and the great players who have carried it. "I was excited, I was free and I am very happy to wear the seven." Read: International Deadline Day Transfer Round-Up The 25-year-old scored an impressive 21 goals in 45 appearances across all competitions for Lyon last season.
