Madrid continue to pursue Robben

THE long-running saga over Real Madrid’s desire to sign Chelsea’s Dutch winger Arjen Robben took another twist yesterday when president Ramon Calderon claimed the deal now hinged on the London club’s willingness to do business.

The Premier League club, winners of the FA and Carling Cups last season, have shrugged off all previous attempts by Madrid to land the Dutch star.

They have been closely linked with Robben throughout the summer but have failed to persuade Chelsea to part with the player even after the Londoners added Lyon winger Florent Malouda to their squad.