Schuster to cut loose six from Real Madrid

Real Madrid are making six senior players available following the appointment of new coach Bernd Schuster.

DiarioSport says Schuster has told Real management that veterans Michel Salgado and Ivan Helguera aren't part of his plans for the new season. Brazilian trio Marcelo, Emerson and Julio Baptista, plus Alvaro Meija, are also on the outer.

Antonio Cassano is also expected to be moved on should Real receive a suitable offer. Fenerbahce have expressed interest in the ex-Roma striker.