Transfer Market Reports had suggested Los Blancos in for Frenchman

There has been little transfer activity at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu so far this summer, but Real Madrid will not be joining the race to sign powerful midfielder Moussa Sissoko from Newcastle United despite reports.

A number of British media outlets had linked Los Blancos with the 26-year-old in recent weeks, following his impressive displays at the European Championship and Real's seemingly doomed bid for Manchester United-bound Paul Pogba.

It was suggested that the player's pace and strength would be a suitable alternative to his international teammate, but it appears any connection is false.

While Newcastle, now under the stewardship of former Real boss Rafa Benitez, were relegated to the Championship last season, they have valued Sissoko at 42 million euros, but no bids have yet been made with less than a month of the transfer window remaining.

Having made his desire to quit the Magpies clear on a number of occasions, the likes of Crystal Palace, Manchester United, Liverpool and Roma are also said to be interested.