4 players who could leave Real Madrid this summer

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Real Madrid is unarguably one of the best clubs in the world. They have established themselves as powerhouses of the football world and boast of having some of the best players in their squad. World Class players like Luka Modric, Sergio Ramos and Gareth Bale are a part of this champion team. They even won the UEFA Champions League last year.

It was their 13th UCL title and they are the most successful team in UCL's history. However, they couldn't replicate the same performances in the La Liga as they finished 3rd, 17 points behind winners, Barcelona. It will be even more difficult for Real Madrid to win La Liga this season as they have sold talisman, Cristiano Ronaldo, to Juventus for £99 million last week.

However, to make up for Ronaldo's loss, Los Blancos have set their sights on players like Eden Hazard, Harry Kane and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. These are just a few of the many players who have been linked to Los Blancos. Madrid has been linked with numerous players but hasn't signed a big name player, yet. Los Blancos will have to speed up things in the transfer window before other teams try to make a move for Los Blancos' targets.

But the arrival of new players could mean that a few of the other players could move out to make room. So, here's a look at 5 players who could leave the club this summer.

#4 Keylor Navas

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Keylor Navas

The experienced Costa Rica goalkeeper could leave Madrid this summer due to, Thibaut Courtois' possible arrival to Bernabeu. Belgian goalie, Courtois has been linked with a move to Bernabeu ever since they failed to sign David De Gea. Keylor Navas is an experienced campaigner and a lot of teams would want his signature if, he is available.

Navas posted a cryptic message on Instagram which displayed all the trophies the club has won since, his arrival from Levante in 2014. If Chelsea finds a replacement for Thibaut Courtois, he will move to Madrid and if that happens, the Costa Rican goalkeeper could be on his way out of Bernabeu.

#3 Marcelo

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The Brazilian defender has attracted interest from Juventus due to Cristiano Ronaldo. According to Sport, Ronaldo asked Juventus to sign Marcelo within 24 hours of completing his own move to Turin. Marcelo and Ronaldo are close friends and hence, he wants the left back.

Juventus are looking to off load their first choice left-back, Alex Sandro to either Manchester United or PSG. Marcelo could be on his way to the Turin based club if, Sandro leaves Juventus. Marcelo's early return to Madrid and conversation with Lopetegui sparked rumours about his future at Bernabeu.

#2 Theo Hernandez

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Theo Hernandez

The French defender has been praised as a promising young defender and was hence, signed by Real Madrid from their arch-rivals, Atletico Madrid. The left-back has struggled for game time due to Marcelo's presence in the squad. He has played only 23 matches for them and most of them came as substitute appearances in the last few minutes of a game.

Reportedly, Real Madrid want to offload him this season but, have the option to buy him back later. Clubs like Everton or even Manchester United could sign him as they require a left back. The exit door seems to be open for the young left-back.

#1 Gareth Bale

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Gareth Bale

There isn't a single day in the transfer window that goes by without anything about Gareth Bale. The Welshman openly admitted that he was ready to leave Real Madrid in search for more game time. According to Don Balon, United are ready to offer Martial plus cash or Martial and Pogba together for Bale.

Gareth Bale could also be involved in a deal that includes Harry Kane. Reportedly, Real Madrid has offered €150 million plus Bale in exchange for Harry Kane from Tottenham Hotspur. It looks as though, Bale could be headed towards the PL at the moment.

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