Real Madrid earmark Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez as Bellingham alternative (reliability: 4 stars)

Real Madrid are eyeing a summer move for Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez, claims Marca.

Los Blancos have earmarked him as a solid alternative to Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham.

The Englishman remains their priority for the summer, but they are keeping other options in hand as well.

Fernandez reportedly has a release clause of €120m, but Benfica could be willing to negotiate a smaller fee to sell him.

Madrid could face stiff competition from rivals Barcelona, who are also interested in signing him.

Enzo scored his first World Cup goal on Saturday to help Argentina pick up a 2-0 win over Mexico.