Real Madrid are in the business of recruiting the top players and managers in the world, but rarely have to worry about other entities coming in for their star names. However they are facing an

Carlo Ancelotti spoke to the media after Real Madrid beat Brest 3-0 to book their place in the Champions League Knockout Phase Play-Offs.

Antonio Rudiger faces a spell on the sidelines with a hamstring injury sustained against Espanyol on Saturday, a blow that was followed by David Alaba limping out of training two days later. Real are currently preparing to face Leganes in the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey, a weakened side expected to be selected for that tie.