But no-one inside Real Madrid believed PSG and Lucho would make such an aggressive move this week. As such, Real Madrid will now pay Mastantuono's clause and leave it with the player and River whether he moves to Spain this summer, or wait until January so the player can compete in the Copa Libertadores.

An insight into the role played by Real Madrid in the decision of departing star Luka Modrić to join his next club has on Wednesday been provided.This comes amid the widespread understanding that

Luka Modrić is closing in on a move to AC Milan, with the Croatian legend preparing for what could be the final chapter of his illustrious European career. At 39, Modrić is out of contract with Real Madrid and was reportedly pushed out of the club’s plans by new manager Xabi Alonso.