Real Madrid want Carvalho

Real Madrid are in the hunt for Portuguese defender Ricardo Carvalho. The centre back is being lined up to partner Pepe as of next season in a new look Real Madrid defence.

It is believed that Carvalho is being considered for £10 million in the summer, according to the Telegraph.

A Madrid source said: "We have never been able to get Carvalho because of his connection with Mourinho. Now he has left Chelsea, we feel there's a real chance."

Carvalho will reportedly earn around £90,000 a week at Real.