After leaving Sevilla for Real Madrid 18 years ago and then to Paris St-Germain, former Spain defender Sergio Ramos has finally returned to his boyhood club.
The 37-year-old, who left Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer, has agreed to a one-year contract with the Spanish side.
“It’s a very special day, returning home is always a tremendous joy,” said Ramos, who returns to Sevilla with the club bottom of La Liga.
“I am happy to return and try to contribute as soon as possible, which is the important thing.”
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Ramos earned a record 180 caps for Spain over 16 years and won a World Cup and two Euro titles, as well as four Champions League titles with Real Madrid.
He grew up on the outskirts of Seville and entered the club’s academy at the age of seven. Before joining Real Madrid in 2005, he made 50 appearances across all competitions.
During his 16 seasons in the Spanish capital, Ramos made 671 appearances, collected 22 trophies, and added five La Liga championships to his European triumph.
After his Real contract finished in 2021, he joined PSG and played there for two seasons, earning back-to-back league championships.
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