Ricardo Carvalho is expected to complete his move to Real Madrid this afternoon after the Los Blancos revealed that the Chelsea defender is undergoing a medical in the Spanish capital this morning.

Departing Real Madrid captain Raul claims he is considering a move to England following his departure from the Santiago Bernabeu, denying a deal with Schalke is already done.

Jose Mourinho says his main objective as Real Madrid manager is to secure a first Champions League success for the Spanish giants since 2002.

Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic insists he still has “total confidence” in under-fire coach Fabio Capello, and claims the Italian has had no thoughts of quitting the club.