Arsenal join Man United in race to sign Real Madrid’s James Rodriguez

– Manchester United and Arsenal are said to be interested in the signing of the Real Madrid star

– Rodriguez’s contract at Real Madrid will expire at the end of next summer

Real Madrid’s latest decision to drop the transfer price on their star James Rodriguez has invited the interest of Premier League duo of Arsenal and Manchester United.

As it stands, Real Madrid are demanding the sum of £22.5 million from any side who are interested in signing the 28-year-old Colombian footballer.

Should Real Madrid should fail to sell James or tie him down to a new contract this summer, then they will have to lose him for free in twelve months’ time.

According to Marca, Rodriguez is also ready to leave the Bernabeu due to his lack of active playing time in the Spanish La Liga.

Last season, James played for Bayern Munich on loan before making a return to Spain before the start of the ongoing season where he has only played eight games.

The report added that Arsenal and Manchester United have already shown intent to sign the talented forward.

United are fighting to finish among the top four this season in the Premier League which will will see them qualify for Champions League.