Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has dismissed claims of Cristiano Ronaldo preparing to leave the club.

It's been suggested Ronaldo could end his time with Real this year.

"I am not worried, we know that you can talk and argue outside, but inside here Cristiano has to think about playing as always he has done," Zidane told a press conference.

"I would prefer to talk about his performances and what he gives to the team.

"I cannot imagine a Madrid without Cristiano. This is his club and where he should be. The club, the fans and everyone loves him.

"I always say the same thing about Cristiano, I cannot see Madrid without him and what concerns me is the sporting side. As always, in a difficult moment he is there.

"I do not want to talk about this, the contract and these things. Cristiano is old for all this. It is the club that needs to talk with him."