Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is ready to do battle with coach Zinedine Zidane.

Don Balon says Florentino has decided to sell Karim Benzema at the end of this season and replace him with a younger version.

Benzema is a favourite of Zidane's, who has no plans of parting with his fellow Frenchman.

But Florentino has seen enough and feels this summer's transfer window will be the last chance to get top price for the striker.

Long time suitors PSG and Arsenal have already been contacted to alert them of Florentino's plans.