The agent of David Villa has revealed Real Madrid could have signed the Valencia striker in the summer.
Jose Luis Tamargo lifted the lid on the failed August move, also revealing that Real's behaviour during the negotiations had left Villa insulted.
"Villa is not playing for Real Madrid because of £4 million," said Tamargo.
He continued: "An attempt at the last minute did not make sense. He had already renewed for Valencia and dismissed the issue."
Indeed, the failure to agree over a £4 million difference occurred months earlier as Tamargo explained: "Madrid wanted to take advantage of Valencia's problems with the president and finances. I think their attitude was offensive. The player was awaiting agreement between both clubs (before Real refused to meet Valencia's asking price)."