Real Madrid would prefer the idea of selling Gareth Bale to Chelsea this summer, according to reports in Spain from Don Balon.
The Welsh winger is being heavily linked with a move away from Real Madrid after a tough season at the Bernabeu.
Manchester United have been long-term admirers of the player and tried to sign him when it became clear he would be leaving Tottenham earlier in his career.
Jose Mourinho is said to be a huge admirer of the player and reports have gone as far as suggesting he has convinced him to turn down interest from Chelsea and Bayern Munich to move to Old Trafford this summer.
However, if Madrid do get their way, Chelsea may land the Welsh superstar this summer.
The Blues are unlikely to feature in the Champions League next season, meaning they will not be improving a direct rival in Europe and they could utilise their interest in Eden Hazard to wager a deal.
The latter has been heavily linked with a move to Spain in the past and the lack of Champions League football may tempt Madrid into trying to land the Belgian.
