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Real Madrid Boss Santiago Solari Dismisses Isco Rift Rumours

Real Madrid manager Santiago Solari has dismissed talk of a falling out with midfielder Isco after failing to hand the Spain international a start in his six games since taking charge.

It was a surprise to see Isco omitted altogether from the squad that beat AS Roma 2-0 in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday. Solari spoke to the media ahead of their clash against Valencia on Saturday and played down talk of a rift:

"Honestly, I think there's not really anything to talk about here.

"I spoke the other day.