Real Madrid Line Up Spain Attacker as They Brace Themselves for Kovacic Exit

Champions League holders Real Madrid are reported as having taken up a keen interest in signing Bayern Munich and Spain midfielder Thiago Alcantara.

That is according to Spanish news outlet Marca, who are suggesting that new Los Blancos boss Julen Lopetegui is considering a move for the former Barcelona ace, but as a potential replacement for Mateo Kovacic.

The Croatian has expressed dissatisfaction over the minutes he was afforded last season and could look to engineer a move elsewhere in the summer if regular playing time cannot be guaranteed.

Real are very much against Kovacic leaving the Bernabeu but, per the report, Thiago has been identified as a splendid alternative and are hoping that…