Real Madrid are ready to test Manchester United's resolve for Wayne Rooney.
El Economista says Real will make an offer for Rooney should they fail to prise Sergio Aguero away from Atletico Madrid.
Atletico are prepared to sell El Kun - but not to their city rivals.
As an alternative, Real president Florentino Perez has plans to move for Rooney.
For many, Perez's push will be a non-starter after Rooney committed to a new £200,000-a-week contract at United last season. The England ace is also a self-confessed Barcelona fan.