Real Madrid 'to offload five players in summer overhaul'

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has reportedly been told that he must sell players before any more additions can be made to his first-team squad.

In recent months, the Spanish giants have been heavily linked with a wide range of players after a mixed 2019-20 campaign.

However, according to AS, Zidane has been informed that he will not be provided with any transfer funds until income is raised from sales and the wage bill is reduced.

The report suggests that Luka Modric, James Rodriguez, Lucas Vazquez and Gareth Bale are all expected to be made available by the Frenchman.

Marcelo and Nacho may also be allowed to depart the Bernabeu, although it is claimed that a joint decision will be made regarding the defensive pair.