Real Madrid are interested in Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara.
Marca says Los Blancos could look to sign Thiago if Mateo Kovacic is determined to leave.
Real Madrid are not at all interested in losing Kovacic, although they are well aware of how good a relationship former Spain coach Julen Lopetegui has with Thiago.
The Bayern Munich playmaker had been an almost ever-present for La Roja during Lopetegui's time in charge and his performances were generally of a high standard.
Los Blancos have always admired the player, but any transfer has always been seen as impossible given his links with Barcelona.
A fee of around €70 million would be seen as acceptable by the German champions.