Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil admits he remains close to Real Madrid.
Indeed, he's backing his old club to beat Bayern Munich in their Champions League quarterfinal tie next month.
"It's not a secret. My heart beats for Real Madrid. I played Real Madrid and until today I still have a lot of friends in the first team and in the club. For these reasons, I will cross my fingers for Real Madrid during the match against Bayern Munich," he said.
"The power of Bayern Munich? We (Arsenal) experienced it. When they loosen up, they are difficult to stop, it is the same for Real Madrid. It will be difficult, but I cannot wait to see this game."