Real Madrid are interested in Bayern Munich midfielder Toni Kroos.
A top target for Manchester United, Kroos' camp were in contact with Real last month about a summer move, says El Confidencial.
Real were initially lukewarm over the approach, but Xabi Alonso's recent poor form has forced a rethink.
Kroos is demanding €12.5 million-a-year from Bayern to remain in Munich, with just over a year to run on his existing deal.