Deal off! Sergio Ramos' big money Manchester United move in tatters as Benitez makes vow

REAL MADRID manager Rafael Benitez has once again told Manchester United that Sergio Ramos is not for sale.

Ramos, who joined Los Blancos a decade ago from Sevilla, is understood to be high up on Louis van Gaal's summer shopping list.

Recent reports have suggested that the Red Devils - who are currently on their pre-season tour of North America - have agreed personal terms with the 29-year-old.

Benitez, who was appointed as Carlo Ancelotti's replacement in June, is well aware of United's pursuit of Ramos but is confident of keeping the Spaniard at the Bernabeu.

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"When I arrived here, I spoke with Iker [Casillas] and Sergio [Ramos], learned about their situations and gave them my opinions," Benitez said.

"Ramos has known since day one that I want him to stay and, as I said the other day, I'm convinced that he will stay.