Real Madrid are chasing Tottenham fullback Kieran Trippier.

The Sun says Spurs expect a string of bids for Trippier — with Real Madrid in the hunt.

Sources close to the player have spoken openly about the England defender being aware of Real's interest.

And it is understood that Trippier's impressive performances for the Three Lions at the World Cup have made him a major target for big clubs in England and Europe.

Trippier, 27, arrived at Spurs from Burnley for just £3.5million in 2015.

But his value now would be north of £50m — a record fee for an English player.

Tottenham would strongly resist any formal approach for the player, who signed a five-year deal only last summer.