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PSG reject Real Madrid's €120 million + James Rodriguez offer; ask for goalkeeper or Isco

Real Madrid have had a €120 million + James Rodriguez bid for Neymar rejected. The clubs couldn't reach an agreement despite PSG being resigned to selling the Brazilian. However, it is to be noted that they have reportedly maintained that they will sell him only for the right price.

PSG do not want James Rodriguez. Instead, they would like Isco to be included in the deal. However, Real Madrid will not sell the Spaniard. The negotiations thus reached a stumbling block. Paris Saint-Germain are also in the hunt for a new no. 1 and have asked Real Madrid to include either Keylor Navas or Thibaut Courtois in the deal if they are serious about signing Neymar.

Real Madrid are contemplating this and talks are ongoing. But one thing is for sure. Real Madrid are way ahead of Barcelona in the race to secure Neymar's services.

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