Real Madrid star Robinho has informed the club that he wants to leave before the start of next season.

Robinho, one of the best players in Real's last two title winning seasons, has been frustrated by the club's on and off treatment. He was recently purpoted to be involved in a swap deal with Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo.

But according to Spanish reports, Robinho has told the club:"I want to leave Madrid."

Robinho's agent, Vagner Ribeiro, too has sounded disconcerted about the way the club has been treating his client in last few weeks and has told that the player could depart the Bernabeu this summer.

Robinho is reportedly interested in joining Chelsea this summer.