Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has told Mahamadou Diarra to find a new club.
AS says Diarra has known for the past nine days that Mourinho isn't counting on him for the new season.
Liverpool are interested in Diarra, but his demands are proving a major stumbling block.
The Mali international is determined to only leave Real for a Champions League club - and doesn't want his £2 million salary to change.
Tottenham are also being linked with the ex-Lyon man today following their Champions League group qualification.
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