Real Madrid strike terms over Soldado stay

Real Madrid striker Roberto Soldado has verbally agreed terms over a new contract extension.

Alberto Toldra, Soldado's agent, held lengthy talks with Real directors yesterday and came away with a virtual agreement over a four-year contract extension.

It was also agreed that Soldado will remain in Madrid next season. It's understood that option was a personal request made by prospective new Real coach Bernd Schuster.