Zidane in total control of Real Madrid's transfer activity Real Madrid Those upstairs are following his instructions

Upon his return to Real Madrid, Zinedine Zidane asked for total control over inbound and outbound transfers, and that has not changed despite a turbulent pre-season.

Los Blancos directors are still working hard to reach a deal with Manchester United to sign Paul Pogba as he is Zidane's top priority, even though negotiations have proven anything but easy.

Moreover, Gareth Bale, James Rodriguez and Mariano Diaz are not part of the coach's plans for next season and they are expected to depart the club by the end of the transfer window.

Meanwhile, Fede Valverde has received his European passport to free up one of three non-EU slots and open the door for Rodrygo Goes to join the squad.

The club are confident that the team's performances will improve and they have placed their confidence in their players.

They also believe that, with the return of Eder Militao and Casemiro, the image of the team will gradually become better ahead of the 2019/20 season which is set to kick off next weekend.

At Real Madrid, they trust that Zidane has the know-how to bring back success to the club and they believe in his project, which is based on a combination of experienced and talented players.