Del Bosque welcomes praise from Real Madrid president

Vicente del Bosque has welcomed comments made by Real Madrid president Florentino Perez about a possible return to the club.

The championship winning coach left in acrimonious circumstances three years ago, but Perez said yesterday: "Clearly, Del Bosque could return here."

"Why not? He is a Madridista and is excellent at his job."

Del Bosque said: "It is always flattering to hear such things. But it isn't the first time Perez has said this."