Zinedine Zidane wants to reinvigorate the career of midfielder Isco at Real Madrid, despite interest from the likes of Arsenal.
The Spaniard, who has found his career at Madrid stalling in recent years, has been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu as of late.
However, according to AS, via the Mail, Zidane still has hope that Isco can turn it around in the Spanish capital, and intends to keep him at the club.
The Spaniard was given extended gametime against Eibar, which is reportedly a signal of intent from Zidane that he sees a future in Isco at the club.
Isco has struggled for gametime at Madrid, with Ernesto Valverde and Casemiro’s good form meaning that the former Malaga man has been left on the sidelines.
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This is obviously a blow for the Gunners chances of signing Isco, with Zidane reluctant to sell the attacking midfielder.
However, Isco may believe that he has to leave Madrid for the good of his career.
Arsenal are certainly crying out for a player like him, with Mesut Ozil continuing to seemingly feud with boss Unai Emery.
