AS Monaco attacker Bernardo Silva is interesting Real Madrid.

Le 10 Sport says Real see Silva as a potential replacement for unsettled Colombian attacker James Rodriguez.

Should James be sold this week, Real will seek to sign Silva as a replacement.

Jorge Mendes, James' agent, remains in talks with interested clubs, including Chelsea, about a late big money move.

And Mendes also takes care of Silva, who has the backing of Portugal teammate Cristiano Ronaldo in Madrid.