Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has backed star striker Karim Benzema to be in contention for the Ballon d'Or after his exploits over the past year.
Real Madrid have reportedly been joined by rivals Atletico Madrid in the race to sign 20-year-old Uruguayan forward Agustin Alvarez Martinez.
David Alaba and Thibaut Courtois shone bright while Federico Valverde struggled as Real Madrid played out a goalless draw against Villarreal in La Liga.
Manchester City have reportedly entered the chase to sign Kylian Mbappe, who is also a priority target for Real Madrid.
Real Madrid have reportedly set their sights on 22-year-old Spanish international Pedro Porro, over a move next summer.
Arsenal and Tottenham were reportedly among the clubs that tried to sign Real Madrid ace Marco Asensio in the summer, his agent has confirmed.
Luka Modric and Casemiro are set to return but Eden Hazard will remain on the bench when Real Madrid take on Villarreal in La Liga on Saturday.
Steven McManaman has predicted that Erling Haaland is likely to join Real Madrid in the summer over another of his former clubs, Liverpool.
Chelsea have reportedly joined Barcelona and Real Madrid in the race for the signing of Brazilian forward Antony from Dutch giants AFC Ajax.
Real Madrid are reportedly interested in signing 25-year-old Turkish defender Caglar Soyuncu from Premier League giants Leicester City next summer.
