Real Madrid may need to continue their search for a new manager to replace the dismissed Julen Lopetegui after reported primary target Roberto Martinez seemingly ruled himself out of taking the job in the Bernabeu pressure cooker.
Former Wigan and Everton coach Martinez had emerged as favourite after Antonio Conte apparently pulled out of the running over fears it was the wrong fit. That then led to gossip that Real wanted to starting speaking with Martinez as soon as possible.
However, it seems like the Belgium boss has already shot down the idea of managing Real.