Ronaldo leaving Real Madrid: seven potential negatives

1- Goals
Without doubt, if Ronaldo were to leave the club, they would lose their most prolific goal scorer.  He has become a club legend thanks to scoring 406 goals in 394 games. Undoubtedly, his achievments are out of this world.

2- Team-work
 Although he has shown his indvidual class, Ronaldo has become a team-player over the years. Since his arrival he has assisted 125 goals.

3- Winning mentality
Cristiano Ronaldo may be one of the only people in the world that is always thinking of winning. He does not even consider any other eventuality. Ronaldo always wants more and through his mentality he has the ability to motivate his team-mates.

4.- Leadership
The Portuguese international was Real's fourth-choice captain last season. Next season, following Pepe's departure, Ronaldo would become third-choice captain. Behind only Ramos and Marcelo. Regardless of titles, Ronaldo takes responsability on and off the field.

5. Strength in difficult situations
Like Sergio Ramos, Cristiano Ronaldo was one of Real's most important players last season. Especially in difficult situations, Ronaldo stayed calm. He faced the biggest challenges. During the final in Cardiff, the Portuguese international clinically took his chances when they came his way.

6. A role-model for young players
Ronaldo's presence does not only influence the first team, but also the upcoming youth players. There are many youngsters, who want to be like him.

7- Ad revenues
If Ronaldo leaves the club, they would lose an important source of income. Cristiano contributes to 50% of Real Madrid's income from image rights: a total of 15 million Euros per year. Furthermore, the Portuguese is the most popular when it comes to selling shirts. This is another negative economic aspect, that would affect Real if Ronaldo were to leave.