Klinsmann admits Real Madrid bid for Bayern Munich star Ribery

Bayern Munich coach Jurgen Klinsmann admits they're battling to keep Franck Ribery away from Real Madrid.

"The bids we've received, both from Real Madrid or other clubs, shows that Franck is a sensational player," smiled Klinsmann. "But we're confident that he will remain here for a long time, where he can still grow."

For his part, Ribery said yesterday: "For the moment, I do not think of going away."