3 Reasons why Real Madrid will struggle next season

#1 No Cristiano

Cristiano has joined Juventus after 9 years at Madrid.

Real Madrid might be able to overcome the shortcomings that have already been listed in this article, like they have over so many years - finding a way to succeed. But will they ever be able to replace the man who went on to become the greatest player in their glorious history? We think not.

Apart from the undeniable talents on the ball, the leadership, and the drive, what Los Blancos will have the most difficult time replacing is the sheer number of goals that the Portuguese has scored in the white for Real Madrid.

A scarcely believable 450+ goals since he moved from Manchester United, 9 years ago. That comes up to about a ridiculous 40% of all goals that Madrid have scored since his arrival. Can you believe that? For a team that scores truckloads of goals, Cristiano Ronaldo has reigned supreme.

It is hard to contemplate how that was the case, but it's harder to try and find someone to replicate that. With Karim Benzema and Gareth Bale often coming under fire for their inability to find the back of the net as often as the Portuguese does, and the lack of any viable alternatives in the market, Real Madrid will their task cut out for them if they want to maintain the dominance they have over the world of football.