Zidane : "Ribery was born to play for Real Madrid"

In the second part of a three-part interview with Marca, Real Madrid's Zinedine Zidane has commented on a variety of issues, including Kaka, Bayern Munich's Franck Ribery, and Raul.

Zizou first analysed Kaka's situation, believing that the Brazilian will be a great success in the Spanish capital, declaring: "I do not have any doubt about Kaka."

Reportedly one of the most important links tying Bayern Munich superstar Franck Ribery to a potential move to Los Blancos, Zidane made it clear where he believes the Frenchman should seek employment. "Ribery was born to play at Real Madrid," said the French legend about his compatriot. As for Benzema, who is having some difficulty adjusting to La Liga, Zidane praised the striker: "He has talent, but he needs do what Madrid demands of him."

As for Raul, Zidane praised his former team-mate. "Raul is an example. His attitude is phenomenal."

Finally, Zidane's was asked to comment on Manuel Pellegrini's job as Madrid coach. "Personally, I do not know him very well. But I would maintain him as coach," said the Frenchman.

Raul to Liverpool?????

Struggling Premier League giants Liverpool are apparently interested in signing Real Madrid striker Raul in the summer.

The Mirror is reporting that Rafael Benitez is pulling out all the stops to persuade the veteran Madrid hitman to depart from sunny Madrid to sign with the Reds, where he will form a partnership with Spain's current in-form striker Fernando Torres. The Daily Mail has chipped in saying that Liverpool will extend a two-year deal to Raul.

Raul has been rumoured to be interested in a move to play in the Premier League, after being dropped from the first team at the Bernabeu this season. Speculation has been rife that the former Spain international is ready to leave Spain in order to play first-team football.

The 32-year-old has long been linked to a transfer to the MLS, particularly to the New York Red Bulls, following a season where he has just started eight games in La Liga so far, with a paltry four goals to his name. Raul has, however, played in seven Champions League matches this season and scored twice in those games.

Marcelo: I Was Not Interested In Watching Barcelona

Real Madrid left-back Marcelo spoke in a post-training press conference today, commenting that he had not watched Barcelona's Champions League match last night.

"I did not watch Barca's match yesterday. I don't know how they played and it doesn't interest me. What interests me now is our match against Racing Santander," said the Brazilian in comments reported by AS.

When asked about Madrid's chances of breaking the legue's 107-goal scoring record, Marcelo affirmed that the record could serve as an extra motivation for his side. As for team-mate Kaka's physical condition, Marcelo confirmed that the Brazilian midfielder is "much better", but admitted: "I don't know if he will be able to play against Barcelona."