Real deny reports of Salgado loan deal

Real Madrid have denied reports they have agreed a deal to loan Spanish international right back Michel Salgado to Juventus during the January transfer window.

"Despite the reports that have appeared in the Spanish and Italian media which include alleged declarations from the player about a loan move, we would like to make it clear that he made no such comments and the club is not considering loaning him to another team," Real said in a statement on their website.

The speculation about Salgado's future started after Real's decision to sign Spain defender Sergio Ramos from Sevilla for 27 million euros ($33.70 million) and their announcement that they have secured an option to buy Brazil right back Cicinho.

Salgado, who will be 30 in October, joined Real from Celta Vigo in 1999 and is under contract to the club until 2009.