Blues close in on Robinho
21 Jul 2008 - 09:27:32
Robinho has moved a step closer to joining Chelsea after revealing his desire to leave Real Madrid.
The 24-year-old forward is unsettled at the Bernabeu following a summer of speculation linking him with a move away as part of Real's attempt to land Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United.
Ronaldo now appears destined to remain in England, but the protracted saga has left a sour taste in Robinho's mouth.
"I have the desire to leave Real Madrid," the Brazil international told Marca.
Meanwhile, Robinho's admission comes on the back of Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon confirming his club's interest in the former Santos star.
The Blues are believed to be willing to pay up to £30million for the versatile forward, who scored 11 times in Real Madrid's title winning campaign last year.
"It is well noted we have shown interest," revealed Kenyon.
"We have had discussions with Madrid over it and they are ongoing.
"The window is still open and we are still talking to Madrid."
