Bayern Munich star Thiago Alcantara is now a top target at Real Madrid after Mateo Kovacic signaled his intent to leave.
The Bayern Munich star is currently with Spain at the World Cup 2018 in Russia.
His previous allegiance with Barcelona would make a return to Spain with Los Blancos somewhat controversial.
But Marca claim Julen Lopetegui would like to acquire his former player for La Furia Roja.
Bayern are thought to be prepared to accept a fee of €70m (£61.1m) for the 27-year-old.
After five years in Germany since his €25m move from Barcelona, Thiago has played 151 times, despite a series of injuries plaguing his first two seasons.