Real Madrid’s new captain revealed after Benzema leaves club

Real Madrid defender, Nacho Fernandez will be named the team’s new captain following Karim Benzema’s departure.

Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Nacho is close to signing a new contract that will keep him with the LaLiga giants until 2024.

The 33-year-old has been with Los Blancos since his youth and was due to become a free agent at the end of June.

But he has now made a u-turn and will extend his stay under Carlo Ancelotti.

Nacho’s renewal is a blow for Inter Milan, who were reportedly interested in signing him on a free transfer this summer.

The Nerazzurri had offered Nacho a three-year deal.