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Aspas: Real Madrid would have to call Celta if they want me

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The Celta Vigo striker says that Los Blancos must go through the official channels if they are really interested in signing him in January

Iago Aspas says Real Madrid must first contact Celta Vigo if they wish to sign him.

The striker was heavily linked with a move to Real in the summer, before Los Blancos opted to sign Mariano Diaz as a replacement for departed superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.

Aspas has since scored eight goals in 11 La Liga games, while Mariano has scored just once in all competitions in the same number of games.

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That has led to suggestions that Aspas should be a priority target for Real in the winter transfer window.