Real Madrid are reeling from the disappointing 4-0 defeat at the hands of PSG in the semi-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup earlier this week.There will be a fresh assessment of the squad following

The main hold-up to negotiations came from Madrid’s desire to avoid triggering Carreras’s release clause, which stands at €50 million ($58.5 million) and would have to be paid up front in one lump sum. While Madrid have failed to negotiate a discount, they have at least secured a favorable payment plan.

Xabi Alonso has said Real Madrid are still looking to make additions to the squad for next season, after their defeat to Paris-Saint Germain in the Club World Cup.