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Cristiano Ronaldo tells Real Madrid: Gareth Bale and James Rodriguez should be sold
REAL MADRID star Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly thinks James Rodriguez and Gareth Bale should be sold this summer.
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Real Madrid have enjoyed a stunning season that sees them in pole position to win both La Liga and the Champions League.
But despite a brilliant campaign, Cristiano Ronaldo is already looking ahead to next season.
After a difficult start, the former Manchester United star has hit top form to drive Zinedine Zidane’s side towards the two biggest trophies on offer.
And Spanish outlet Diario Gol claims Ronaldo is encouraging a summer of change at the Bernabeu.
Cristiano Ronaldo supposedly feels Karim Benzema is not up to scratch
Ronaldo also reportedly thinks Karim Benzema should depart.
The duo have been team-mates since arriving from United and Lyon respectively back in the summer of 2009.
But Ronaldo feels the 29-year-old is past his best and a move away would allow himself to blossom in the centre-forward role.
Real Madrid take on Celta Vigo tonight (8pm).
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