Real Madrid ahead of Juventus, AC Milan for Pizarro

Real Madrid are leading Juventus and AC Milan in the race for Udinese midfielder David Pizarro.

The Chile international is a prime target for Juve coach Fabio Capello, who has discussed his signing with director general Luciano Moggi. Capello is convinced Pizarro is the midfield schemer he needs to play alongside Emerson.

Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani has already held preliminary talks with Udinese about Pizarro, who they see as a quality backup for playmaker Andrea Pirlo.

However, like Juve, Milan have expressed concern over Udinese's £7 million asking price.

Waiting on the sidelines is Real Madrid, with their general manager Arrigo Sacchi having already held talks with Pizarro's agent, former Real star Ivan Zamorano, over personal terms.

Under pressure after a disastrous season, Real president Florentino Perez won't flinch if Sacchi and his technical team ask for £7 million to be made available to land Pizarro in the summer.