Jose Mourinho is ready to test Ashley Cole's commitment to
Chelsea by offering England's left back the chance to join his Real
Madrid revolution.
Mourinho is expected to confirm his move from Inter Milan to the
Bernabeu at a meeting with Real president Florentino Perez on
Monday, less than 48 hours after guiding the Italians to a 2-0
victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League final.
Diving in: Mourinho wants to make £25million-rated
Cole his first signing if he takes over at Real Madrid
His top transfer targets will be Cole, valued at around
£25million, and Inter right back Maicon. Cole is understood to be
aware of Mourinho's plan.
Mourinho took Cole to Chelsea from Arsenal in acrimonious
circumstances four years ago.
Come with me: Mourinho and Ashley Cole have tasted
success together during their time at Chelsea
The 29-year-old has four years left on his £100,000-a-week
contract at Stamford Bridge and Chelsea will fight to keep him.
Cole returned to action late in the season, after recovering
from a broken ankle suffered in February, to help Chelsea win their
first double.
The Special One: Mourinho is set for talks with
Real Madrid having guided Inter to a historic treble this
season
However, he could be tempted by a fresh start in Spain after a
tumultuous period in his private life, culminating in the break-up
of his marriage to pop star Cheryl.