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Real Madrid president Florentino targets Athletic Bilbao pair Llorente, Martinez

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez wants to increase the Spanish contingent in his squad.

Perez particularly wants Spanish players capable of being first-choice starters, says Sport.

Athletic Bilbao pair Fernando Llorente and Javi Martinez are high on the Real president's summer shopping list.

Striker Llorente is also admired by Real GM Jorge Valdano, while it's understood midfielder Martinez has impressed coach Jose Mourinho, who has discussed the Spain international with his president.

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