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La Liga

Asensio is expected to put pen to paper on a new contract at Real Madrid in the coming days

Real Madrid closely monitor Sadio Mane

According to reports emerging from Spain, the Los Blancos chiefs are said to be following Sadio Mane and monitoring his progress at Liverpool. With Gareth Bale almost always likely to leave, Madrid will require someone on the same level to replace the Welshman, should he bid farewell.

Liverpool's workhorse Sadio Mane is reportedly leading the contention, while Barcelona are also reportedly lurking for the 25-year old, following the departure of Neymar to Paris Saint-Germain.

Marco Asensio set to sign new Real Madrid contract

Real Madrid'd devout fans may now breathe a sigh of relief, as their sensational jewel - Marco Asensio is understood to be on the verge of signing a new contract.

The Spaniard's astronomical rise to prominence has brought some of Europe's top clubs to the yard, seeking to lure Asensio away.

All the attention has undoubtedly fazed the Los Blancos chiefs, who are desperate to protect the 21-year old from rival clubs, by inserting an indomitable release clause in Asensio's new contract.

According to the Daily Express, Asensio's new contract could include a staggering release clause of £442 million.