Raul backs Laudrup for Real Madrid job

Real Madrid captain Raul has tipped Michael Laudrup to be the club's next coach.

Laudrup, currently in charge of Brondby, is on the shortlist of candidates to succeed Juan Ramon Lopez Caro next season.

Raul said: "Why could he not coach Madrid? He has already shown he knows what to do and I like his philosophy. If he wishes to return to Spain, I would welcome him.

"I think that he could do great things at Madrid. People have not forgotten what he did for this club."

Raul added: "He is probably the best player I have played with and is a great person. I will never forget how he helped me."