Granero up for "big Real Madrid challenge"

Esteban Granero is delighted with his return to Real Madrid.

Real have re-signed the midfielder from Getafe for £4 million and Granero told reporters yesterday: "Now, playing for Madrid is more beautiful than when I was first here."

"Is it more difficult? I do not know. What I am sure of is that it is a challenge, and I love big challenges."

"I've come back here to stay. I am very excited and I will take this opportunity."

He added: "My versatility is a quality that I have and it will be the coach who decides where I'll play."