Lopetegui takes charge of first Real Madrid training session LaLiga - Real Madrid 21 players involved

On Monday evening, new coach Julen Lopetegui oversaw a Real Madrid training session for the first time with Karim Benzema and Gareth Bale among those present at Valdebebas.

With the World Cup performers still on holiday, Los Blancos welcomed a number of academy squad members to the seniors' session along with new signings Andriy Lunin and Vinicius.

Fitness work was initially on the agenda before passing and ball circulation exercises were introduced by the new boss, who watched on as Bale was given a playful guard of honour to celebrate his 29th birthday.