LA LIGA

Benitez also confirmed ex-Tottenham star Gareth Bale will be out of action for around three weeks.

Real Sociedad have had their worst start to the campaign since the 2006-07 season.

The 31-year-old has not ruled out a return to the Allianz Arena in the future.

Neymar's father calls for calm as the Brazil international has three years on his contract at the Camp Nou.

The Spaniard has scored two goals and provided further two in three La Liga games.

Navas has gone 360 minutes without conceding a goal.

Arbeloa also forged a strong connection with Jose Mourinho when the Chelsea boss was in charge at Real.

Barcelona face a stern test of their mettle at the Vicente Calderon stadium.

Rafael Benitez's side look to build on 5-0 win over Real Betis at Estadi Cornella-El Prat.

Calderon believes every manager or player at some point in his career wants to coach or play at Real Madrid.

The Basque club may make a new attempt to secure the Spanish defender in January.

Spain have until 6pm today to sign the Spaniard.

Louis van Gaal is keen to sign a marquee player before the end of the transfer window.

Real Madrid take on Real Betis on 29 August. Find out how to watch the match live in the UK.

Catalan giants face Javi Gracia's side in their first home match of 2015/16 La Liga campaign. Find out where to watch it live in the UK.

Lucas Silva is close to joining Marseille, but will consider other options before making a final decision.

Full-back insists there is good feeling within the squad despite disappointing start.

The Welshman was nullified in the middle for Real in the goalless draw with Sporting de Gijon.

The 45-year-old says his team are at a 'very high 'level' after winning start.

Real have failed to score in five of their nine matches under Benitez.

Louis van Gaal will consider De Gea for first-team action only after 1 September.