Real Madrid have become favourites to sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, according to Marca.
Los Blancos have reportedly agreed a first option on the player in case the Millionaires decide to cash in on their prized asset next summer.
And this could suggest that star midfielder Xabi Alonso will not be signing a new contract at Santiago Bernabeu.
The agreement will also see Real Madrid footballer Nuri Sahin join the Bundesliga side on permanent basis.
Ilkay Gundogan is currently sidelined through injury, but his performances last season have turned the 23-year-old into one of the hottest commodities in Europe.
Manchester United and Arsenal are also thought to be keen, but it is clear that Real Madrid have the upper hand at the moment.
Gundogan arrived at Borussia Dortmnund from Nurnberg in the summer of 2011 and has since made 57 Bundesliga appearances for the Millionaires, scoring 6 goals in the process.
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