Real Madrid have confirmed making an
approach for Carlos Tevez as reports claim the Spanish giants are
closing in on a deal for Kaka.
The Argentine had been linked with a move
to Real in the summer, with sporting director Predrag Mijatovic
confirming his club's interest.
However, Mijatovic has
revealed Real have shelved plans to sign Tevez as the striker is
determined to stay in English football.
"I first made an approach four months ago to
express an interest in Carlos," Mijatovic told the Daily
Mail.
"We have spoken since with his representatives, but he's
informed us that he wants to stay in England.
"Carlos says it's important to his family to stay in England, so
it seems he will either stay with Manchester United or find another
club.
"It takes a special type of player to play for a club like Real
Madrid or Manchester United, and clearly Carlos has those
qualities."