Jose Mourinho insists Chelsea star Ramires is not for sale amid interest from Real Madrid.
The Brazilian has been linked with a move to the Spanish giants, with Carlo Ancelotti having signed the midfielder from Benfica while in charge at Stamford Bridge in 2010.
Mourinho boosted his options with the £27million signing of Cesc Fabregas from Barcelona this week.
But the Blues boss says Ramires remains part of his plans in west London.
He said: "Ramires is staying at Chelsea. He's not for sale.
"I have an excellent friendship with important people within Real Madrid and they know that Ramires is going to stay at Chelsea.
"Cesc is a great player who adds a new dimension to our side. He is different to Matic, Ramires and Oscar. We will have a very complete midfield with him."
