Iker Casillas spoke thoughtfully of Real Madrid's transfer policy and, in doing so, defended the 30 million euro signing of ex-Porto stopper Pepe.
He said the price tag was justified because, "clearly he's worth it, and is a great player."Perhaps sensing that this alone was not a sufficient reply, he added - quite justifiably - that the big-money signings of Zidane, Ronaldo, Beckham and Sergio Ramos were for the most part very positive moves for Madrid.
Of course, both of Madrid's big summer signings so far have been in defence, which did not faze the international goalkeeper. He remarked, "anyone in any position is welcome if they improve the team. I believe strongly in always building from the back."This seems to go against the newly-rediscovered 'attacking football' ethos at the Bernabeu; however, he remains convinced that Madrid will strengthen in midfield and up front.
But what about in goal? Casillas reacted positively to the suggestion that a new 'keeper could be on coach Schuster's shopping list, saying that "competition is always good."
On the subject of Schuster himself, Casillas, predictably enough, declared him a "great coach."Finally, returning to the theme of free-flowing football, Casillas pronounced himself delighted at Madrid's emotional league victory, but conceded that the fans were not always treated to silky soccer along the way.
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