Real Madrid agree transfer push in case Barcelona ruin plans

Real Madrid will chase Benjamin Mendy in the summer transfer market if Barcelona beat them to Theo Hernandez, according to reports.

Real Madrid want to sign Atletico Madrid left-back Hernandez.

The 19-year-old is available this summer if a club triggers his £20million release clause.

Barcelona are also eyeing the Frenchman and are said to have provided details of the contract they would offer.

Hernandez favours a move to the Nou Camp rather than Atletico’s city rivals Real.

And French outlet Le10Sport claim bosses at the Bernabeu are already working on a contingency plan in case Barcelona win the transfer battle.

According to the report, manager Zinedine Zidane will instruct the club to push for Monaco star Mendy.

The 22-year-old has made 30 appearances for the Ligue 1 side this season, helping them reach the Champions League semi-finals.

Mendy made his France debut in the 3-1 win at Luxembourg last month and could be in line for selection for the 2018 World Cup in Russia next summer.