Speculation over tensions at Real Madrid has been firmly dismissed by manager Alvaro Arbeloa, who insists there is no problem with club captain Dani Carvajal despite recent selection decisions.
Sergio Ramos says he expects "news in a few months, or even weeks" as the former Real Madrid and Spain defender moves closer to completing a proposed takeover of his boyhood club Sevilla.
Real Madrid kept the pressure on La Liga leaders Barcelona with a hard-fought win over Alaves at home on Tuesday, while Real Betis edged out Girona in a five-goal thriller.
Real Madrid return to La Liga action on Tuesday night looking to end a frustrating run of four games without a win in all competitions when they host Deportivo Alaves at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Real Madrid were left furious after a dramatic late collapse saw them knocked out of the UEFA Champions League by Bayern Munich, with manager Alvaro Arbeloa insisting a controversial red card "ruined" the tie.
Vincent Kompany has praised his players' courage and composure after Bayern Munich edged past Real Madrid in a dramatic Champions League quarter-final clash on Wednesday night.