Former Real Madrid GM Jorge Valdano believes Mariano Diaz will get his chance this season.

Since his return from Olympique Lyon, Mariano is still waiting to make his debut for coach Julen Lopetegui.

Indeed, Lopetegui admits he may've been wrong to leave the striker on the bench for their 1-1 draw at Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.

Valdano reflected: "Mariano will have many opportunities to show what he can do.

"On Saturday, Benzema could very well have been the substitute."