Real Madrid encouraged by Adriano claims

Unsettled Inter Milan striker Adriano is being linked with a move to Real Madrid.
 
The Brazilian has never shied away from his ambition to play for Real, where he was a favourite of former president Florentino Perez.

Real's presidential candidates are following Adriano's situation closely and will be encouraged by the Brazilian's admission of new doubts over his future at Inter and his relationship with coach Roberto Mancini.

Teaming up with good pal Ronaldo at Real is a dream for Adriano, who hinted yesterday: "Here (with Brazil's World Cup squad) I have recovered my smile that I did not have at Inter."

"My teammates treat me very well and I know I can do wonderful things with Ronaldo in attack."