Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos on his way to the MLS

Not very close to retiring, the multi-champion icon Sergio Ramos won everything while at Real Madrid. At 38 years old, he recently left Sevilla and hit the market ready for the next adventure of his glittering career. Naturally, the soccer world is agog: where will Ramos go? With offers on the table and the transfer market heating up, Ramos seems determined to keep writing his legacy.

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The busy transfer market: Middle East or North America?

More recently, Sergio Ramos has been connected to a Saudi Pro League team in the form of Al-Orobah. The Saudi soccer team hasn't really hid their intentions of attracting international stars with good wages, and Ramos would prove to be a huge signing for any Saudi Pro League team. This is the transfer that reportedly went cold, but now it seems that the Spanish defender has focused his attention toward North America.

According to reports from Spanish outlet Mas Fichajes, Ramos is targeting a move to MLS, with San Diego emerging as the front-runner to secure his services. A switch to America brings not only stability but also a fresh start, both on and off the pitch. Major League Soccer, which is growing day by day in terms of exposure and competitiveness, seems to be an ideal destination for such a player, who still has so much to give.

Why MLS Makes Sense for Sergio Ramos

With MLS, there are a number of benefits, which increase in the case of an experienced professional like Sergio Ramos. The North American market has been nice to those who intend to extend their careers, since it also offers players a chance to balance their lives with more relaxed lifestyles. Stars who have moved to America already, like David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimović, and more recently Lionel Messi, have found the right balance between high-level competition and a more stable lifestyle for their families.

And Ramos, at 38 years young, would most definitely have that. The lifestyle in the U.S. included and the growing popularity of soccer within the country only beckons the MLS. A move to North America, following a player who has conquered pretty much everything in Europe, is not just a new challenge but an opportunity to broaden his global brand.

The Spotlight and Ramos' Unwavering Passion

Playing in MLS, Sergio Ramos would be kept in the spotlight. A league that has gained more attention, especially when big-name players arrive, would mean media visibility in the U.S. that is huge. Any transfer news with a global icon like Ramos would simply put more eyes on the sport. Additionally, Spanish defender Ramos would bring years of experience that few in the league can boast.

Competitive and with a winner's mentality, Sergio Ramos does not intend to be another big name in this growing league; he wants to leave an impact. That love for the game still burns inside, as he has proven throughout his career. Ramos is not looking to extend his career but is all guns blazing to keep playing at the top and challenging himself and his opponents.

Why Ramos Isn't Thinking About Retirement

At 38 years, many players have either retired or are contemplating retirement. But that is not Sergio Ramos. Throughout his entire career, the Spanish defender has been touted for relentless drive and determination on the field. Now, he wants to prove he still has plenty of soccer left in him.

Ramos' legacy speaks loudly. A Champions League, La Liga, Euros, and World Cup winner, he could retire today and go down in history as one of the best there ever was. Thing is, Ramos doesn't play for the past; he plays for the present. And it's that that tugs him toward new challenges, whether at MLS or somewhere else.

What About Offers from Saudi Arabia and Turkey?

He has also been offered by Saudi Arabia and Turkey alongside the MLS interest. Over the years, the Saudi Pro League has been preferred for players towards the end of their careers, offering astronomical salaries and a league on the rise. Still, as far as we can gather, Sergio Ramos is not after the money, but looking to be part of a project that challenges him and still competes with the best, a box which the MLS seems to check.

With offers still pouring in, Ramos is taking his time to weigh every detail of those offers carefully before he makes up his mind. Comfortable and stable life in the U.S. may just be the deal-breaker that takes him to North America.

Sergio Ramos in MLS: A Lasting Impact?

With Sergio Ramos coming to the MLS, he immediately would raise the bar. His leadership and experience would further elevate any backline he commands, and with those attributes, he'd be a great mentor to younger talent with aspirations to rise up the ranks. Always a naturally larger-than-life figure on the pitch, he would become an even more formidable force in the United States, potentially being the face of growth for any team he found himself on, in this case, San Diego.

Beyond that, his name would also bring more exposure to the MLS, which is currently in the middle of an expansion project. Ramos wouldn't just be an important player but a marketing and media figure, helping drive global interest in the American soccer scene.