Antonio Conte is yet to be approached by Real Madrid regarding a possible rescue mission at the Santiago Bernabeu, claims the brother of the former Chelsea and Juventus boss.
With Julen Lopetegui having fallen under ever-increasing pressure in the Spanish capital, another change in the dugout is being mooted.
A torrid start to the 2018-19 campaign has led to suggestions that the Blancos may be willing to cut their losses on a coach only brought in to succeed Zinedine Zidane over the summer.
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As that speculation builds, various candidates have been linked with a position that could soon become vacant.