Newcastle United are likely to face a difficult time keeping Moussa Sissoko at the club beyond this summer.
The Championship side have already lost Georginio Wijnaldum to Liverpool, and another big name is expected to leave soon.
Reports in Spain suggest Real Madrid have opened negotiations for the Frenchman, and an agreement could be reached.
According to Diario Madridista, Newcastle have given up hope of keeping Sissoko at the club.
Benitez had offered Sissoko the chance to captain his side this season, but that isn’t enough to convince the Frenchman to stay at the club.
Juventus, Borussia Dortmund, Napoli and Roma are said to be keen on Sissoko, but the interest from Real Madrid changes everything.
Diario Madridista say Newcastle have opened ‘formal negotiations’ with Real Madrid in the last few hours, and have appointed two officials to broker a deal with La Liga club.
Newcastle want around €40m for Sissoko, but Real Madrid are willing to pay around €30m.
It is reported Real Madrid could offer add-ons, and even offer a young player on loan to make it more tempting for Newcastle.
The agreement is reportedly quite possible should Real Madrid finally take a decision on signing Sissoko.
Finally, it is reported the next few hours could be very crucial for an operation that Diario Madridista believe is less complex than that of Pogba.
Apparently, Sissoko meets all the requirements wanted by Zidane, but it’s worth pointing out Diario Madridista are not the most reliable media outlet in Spain.
