The father of Angel Di Maria has hit back at Real Madrid after his son’s move to Manchester United.
The 26-year-old winger left Madrid for United in a deal worth £60m earlier this week after turning down a contract extension with the Spanish giants, which was reportedly significantly higher than his previous deal at the club.
However, his father – Miguel, has claimed that his son was left no choice but to leave the Spanish side after being offered a minimal pay-rise, contradicting reports in Spanish and English press.
“Madrid never offered him €6m. Their ultimate offer was €5m, which represented a €1.5m payrise. The first problems that arose were the result of financial reasons. He joined Madrid for a certain salary and they left it at that,” Miguel Di Maria told El Partido de las 12.
“Angel was never really appreciated at Madrid. It was always as if they didn’t want him at the club. They never showed him any affection.
“Angel was tired of always having to prove himself over and over again. He had already proven himself. Madrid have lost a key player, someone who could make the difference at any given moment.
“He is happy at Manchester United now and they treat him well. Their financial offer was also higher than what Madrid had offered.”
