Thursday's Real Madrid transfer talk news roundup: James Rodriguez, Gareth Bale

Real Madrid endured one of their worst seasons in recent memory last term as they finished third in La Liga and lost 18 matches across a trophyless campaign.

The Spanish giants have subsequently been very busy in the transfer market this summer in a bid to restore their former glories, and here Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest news regarding possible comings and goings at the Bernabeu.

Thursday morning's headlines:

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James Rodriguez to be given fresh Real Madrid chance?

Real Madrid could keep hold of James Rodriguez this summer following Marco Asensio's serious knee injury, according to a report. Read more.

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale 'fails to agree China move' Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale allegedly fails to agree to a move to China, leaving the Wales international to consider his options in Europe. Read more.

Zinedine Zidane: 'Gareth Bale put in a good performance' Bale's potential departure from the club has dominated headlines over the past week. Read more.