Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey is a surprise target for Real Madrid.

Okdiaro's chief pundit Eduardo Inda, speaking on El Chiringuito, has revealed Thomas is a favourite of Real coach Zinedine Zidane.

"Thomas would come if the option of (N'Golo) Kanté and (Paul) Pogba fails. he's much cheaper," said Inda.

"He is a player who has evolved very well in recent times. His clause is €80m, while Pogba costs €180m: there is a difference of €100m."

Inda admits Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba and Chelsea's N'Golo Kante are the top two options.

"It will depend if the first option or the second one comes out," explained Inda. "Pogba is number one, then Kanté, and if these two options do not come out, they would go for Thomas."