Los Blancos boss Julen Lopetegui's days are numbered after a shocking start to the season for the European champions. Real had gone five games without a win before the narrow 2-1 Champions League victory over Viktoria Plzen this week at the Bernabeu. But the Sun reports Real chiefs would prefer Pochettino, having made an initial inquiry in the summer. (Image: Denis Doyle)Spurs and Pochettino didn't entertain Real's approach in the summer having just agreed a new five-year contract. Spurs are back in Premier League action against leaders Manchester City on Monday following their Champions League draw with PSV.

Source: Daily Mirror October 25, 2018 22:29 UTC