Real Madrid ace James Rodriguez has dismissed suggestions of an in-house rift between coach Rafael Benitez and captain Sergio Ramos.

Benitez criticised his skipper for conceding a penalty in last week's 1-1 draw away to Atletico Madrid to prompt speculation of tension between the duo.

Ramos hit back at his coach's comments by insisting that he did not lose any sleep over his error at the Vicente Calderon, but James denies that there is any ill feeling in the camp.

"I don't know what happened between Ramos and Benitez," the Colombia international told Marca. "All I can say is that there is always a good atmosphere at the club."

Benitez's men sit one point behind Primera Division leaders Villarreal in third spot.

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Shane Callaghan