Ruben Gonzalez joins Indian Super League for Dehli Dynamos
Sunday 4 September 2016 11:04, UK
Former Real Madrid player Ruben Gonzalez has signed for the upcoming Indian Super League as the second marquee player for the Delhi Dynamos.
Gonzalez, who was part of the Delhi side that lost 1-0 to West Brom during their pre-season friendly at the Hawthorns on Saturday, joins from Spanish Segunda Division side Real Zaragoza.
The 34-year-old will play alongside former Lyon and Chelsea star Florent Malouda for Delhi in the ISL starting on 1 October .
"I am really excited to join Delhi Dynamos. Having played for most of my career in Spain and Germany, I am looking forward to playing in Asia for the first time," said Gonzalez.
"I have spoken to the manager, Zambrotta, and I am in tune with his plans for the season, and I believe we can do even better than last season."
The Spanish international was part of the Real Madrid squad that won the Champions League in 2001-2002 before winning the La Liga in 2002-2003.
Coach Gianluca Zambrotta insisted Gonzalez's experience would strengthen Delhi's defences as they look to clinch the title after bowing out in the semis during last season's eight-team tournament.
"He will definitely be one of the leaders on and off the pitch for the club," Zambrotta stated.
