Open Thread: January 13, 2021.

Hola Madridistas!

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Luka Jovic to go out on-loan

According to Marca, Jovic’s move to Frankfurt on-loan is settled. There are also rumours that Zidane has no plans to give Jovic any minutes for the rest of the season, so he wants the loan deal to be completed as soon as possible. Serbian media also confirmed the deal.

Ramos’ renewal

Apparently, Ramos and the club are far away on agreeing terms for the defender’s contract renewal. The problem is economic. Further, Manchester United are interested in El Capitán and are willing to offer a two year contract with the salary he is requesting.

Preparations for the semi-final

Preparations continued yesterday with training sessions in Malaga for the semi-final. According to AS, Zidane will start his favorite trident on attack: Hazard, Benzema and Asensio against Athletic tomorrow.

Reinier loan to be cut short as well?

Per Sergio Santos at AS, Real Madrid loanee Reinier Jesus is very upset with the play-time he’s been getting at BVB so far, the player’s entourage is thinking of breaking the 2 year loan deal, Real Valladolid is ready to take him on loan.