Real have also been heavily linked to Bayern Munich's 26-year-old French international midfielder Frank Ribery.

BBC: Alonso remains a target for Real

The German striker was on target after just 24 seconds converting a cross from French international Frank Ribery.

CNN: Gomez brace earns Bayern win but Dortmund maintain lead

Stylish midfielder Alonso is the final piece in the Real jigsaw with attempts to sign Bayern winger Frank Ribery apparently over.

CNN: Real Madrid say spending over after Alonso deal

Malouda showed rare glimpses of the form he showed throughout last season for Chelsea, forcing Mexico keeper Oscar Perez to palm over early in the second half, having earlier begun a free-kick routine straight off the training ground that saw Frank Ribery flash a drive across goal.

BBC: France 0-2 Mexico