Zidane has returned to replace Santiago Solari following the Argentine’s sacking, after his four-and-a-half month stint in charge. The president made overtures to Zidane in the aftermath of the 4-1 thrashing by Ajax, which ended Madrid’s European dominance. (Image: SIPA USA/PA Images)But initially, Zidane was reticent to return - which led Perez to sound out ex-Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho. (Image: REUTERS)That saw Perez return to Zidane, with the promise of substantial cash to spend to renovate a side that Zidane walked away from, partially due to a belief that it was ageing and in need of serious renovation. Zidane’s return is good news for Spain star Isco, who became an outcast under Solari but was integral during Zidane’s previous tenure, and also Ramos, whose future has recently been called into question.

Source: Daily Mirror March 12, 2019 04:52 UTC