When Was Higuain at Madrid?

By Michael Ferguson

Gonzalo Higuain is a well-known name in the world of football. He has played for several renowned clubs throughout his career, and one of them is Real Madrid.

Higuain’s stint at Madrid was quite successful, and he played an instrumental role in their victories. But, when exactly was Higuain at Madrid? Let’s find out.

The Early Years

Gonzalo Higuain was born on December 10, 1987, in Brest, France. He started playing football at a young age and joined the youth academy of River Plate when he was just ten years old. Higuain quickly rose through the ranks and made his professional debut for River Plate in 2005.

The Move to Real Madrid

In December 2006, Real Madrid signed Gonzalo Higuain for a reported fee of €12 million. He joined the club during the winter transfer window and quickly established himself as an integral part of the team.

During his time at Real Madrid, Higuain played alongside some of the biggest names in football such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Kaka, Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos and more. The Argentine striker formed a formidable partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo and together they terrorized opposition defenses.

Higuain’s Achievements at Real Madrid

Higuain had a successful stint at Real Madrid where he won numerous titles with the club. During his time at Los Blancos, he won:

  • Three La Liga titles (2006-07, 2007-08, 2011-12)
  • Two Copa del Rey titles (2010-11, 2013-14)
  • One Spanish Supercup (2012)

The Departure from Real Madrid

In July 2013, Napoli signed Higuain for a club-record fee of €40 million. His departure from Real Madrid was met with mixed reactions from the fans. Some were sad to see him leave, while others were happy with the amount of money Real Madrid received for the transfer.

Higuain’s Legacy at Real Madrid

Gonzalo Higuain is considered as one of the best strikers to have ever played for Real Madrid. He scored a total of 121 goals in 264 appearances and was an important player in the team’s success during his time at the club.

Conclusion

To sum it up, Gonzalo Higuain joined Real Madrid in December 2006 and played for the club until July 2013. During his time at Los Blancos, he won several titles and established himself as one of their best players. Even though he left the club many years ago, his legacy still lives on at Real Madrid.