News that former London "Chelsea" manager Antonio Conte is likely to take over the reins of Madrid's "Real" is becoming less and less likely.
The "Telegraph" reports that the experienced Italian would like to lead the royal club, but does not agree with the proposed short-term contract that would only be valid until the end of the season.
The manager would prefer a longer contract, but "Real" president Florentino Perez does not plan to commit the future to the influent coach in the long term.
It is said that after dismissing the current coach Julen Lopetegui, the most likely option is to turn to "Real" reserve team coach Santiago Solari, and after the season, they will once again try to hunt down the trophy-winning Mauricio Pochettino from London's "Tottenham".
The next match for the Madrid club will be on Tuesday when they host Plzen's "Viktoria" in a Champions League match.