Coach Jose Mourinho has claimed the midfielder is not for sale, but was critical of the former Borussia Dortmund man at times last season and Sahin's days in Madrid could now be numbered - especially with a move for Luka Modric now nearing an advanced stage.
Sahin would like to stay at the Bernabeu, but could be forced out by Modric's arrival, with Tottenham said to be keen on a swap deal. Former club Dortmund is another alternative, while the player could remain in Spain with Valencia.
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