Many players on this list were glad to move on from Real Madrid, having fallen out with the club for one reason or another. Others, however, explicitly expressed their desire to stay, none more so than Arjen Robben. Clearly tempted by Bayern Munich's offer of 25,000,000, Los Blancos parted with one of their most crucial players despite him later revealing he was forced out against his wishes. Ultimately, Real's uncanny ability to release highly-rated players to eventual Champions League winning sides continued. Robben shone for Bayern, elevating himself into discussions regarding the best players in the world. He won a glut of individual awards, as well as three league-and-cup doubles. The European crown was slightly more exclusive, as the Munich side failed at the final hurdle in both 2010 and 2012. They eventually won the tournament in 2013, with Robben scoring a late winner against Borussia Dortmund in the final.
