Real Madrid have joined the interest for PSG defender Marquinhos.

Don Balon says with Pepe set to be allowed to leave when his contract expires in June, Real are in the market for a new centre-half signing.

And Marquinhos, who has been an ever present for PSG this season, is high on Real coach Zinedine Zidane's agenda.

The Brazil international has been a long-term target for Barcelona, Chelsea and Manchester United.

However, now Real have joined the battle as Real management accept Pep will leave at the end of this season.