Betis push for Llorente loan

Real Betis are optimistic they can complete a loan deal for Real Madrid midfielder Marcos Llorente, according to reports in Spain.

Los Verdiblancos have become aware of Madrid’s apparent acceptance to sanction the temporary exit of the 23-year-old until the end of the campaign.

El Desmarque cite a report in Diario de Sevilla that Betis intend to hold talks with the European champions on Wednesday regarding a late deal.

Llorente has started only two La Liga games this season for Madrid, having starred on loan at Alaves the previous campaign when he made 38 appearances.