Former Real Madrid midfielder Zinedine Zidane reportedly visited his old club's training ground on Saturday to wish the squad luck ahead of their clash with Barcelona.
Madrid will attempt to bridge the gap to five points when they travel to the Nou Camp on Sunday and Zidane has offered words of encouragement, according to Marca.
"Everything we saw today is appreciated. He did not talk much, but his presence only brightens my day, and helps us gain confidence," Madrid boss Jose Mourinho told reporters.
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