Atletico Madrid are keen on Tottenham winger David Bentley.
The News of the World says new boss Quique Sanchez Flores is keen to bring in some high-profile signings to appease the club's disgruntled support, who have been left reeling by Atletico's poor form this season.
Madrid - Fernando Torres' old club - are likely to have money to burn in January, with the impending £40million departure of Sergio Aguero.
Sources close to the club suggest they would like to make a loan swoop for Bentley, 25, with a view to a permanent deal.