Real Betis showing interest in Real Madrid midfielder Isco.

Marca says coach Manuel Pellegrini believes the Real Madrid midfielder can still give a lot on the pitch and has called for his signature to reinforce Betis ahead of the 2022/23 campaign.

Talks have already begun and everything depends on Betis achieving a place in next season's Champions League.

Isco wants to prove that he is still ready for the top level and his starting point is to take part in Europe's premier club competition.

It will not be easy for Los Verdiblancos, but they are in the fight to pull off the deal and have five games ahead to achieve the objective, which would allow them to take a step forward in reinforcing the squad with Isco and other Champions League-level players.

The slip-up against Elche has reduced Betis' chances, but with the Copa del Rey final behind them, all they have on the horizon is a top-four finish.