Real Madrid are ready to trump Juventus for Werder Bremen star Diego.

The Brazilian's minders have been spotted in Turin this month, with the player also confirming talks had been held with Juve officials.

However, the Milan-based Mediaset says Real Madrid are ready to take advantage of Juve's reluctance to go higher than £17 million for Diego.

The Madrid giants would be prepared to meet Werder's £22 million asking price to bring Diego to Spain next season.