The newspaper claimed on Monday that the Dutch ace has accepted an offer from the Primera Liga champions over a transfer in January.

However, Ajax have been given 48 hours to respond to the bid from the Spanish giants, who are in desperate need for a striker.

Real were dealt a blow when they lost top marksman Ruud Van Nistelrooy for the rest of the season due to a serious knee injury.

Consequently, the Royal club have intensified their efforts to sign a frontman, as Wigan's Amr Zaki was among the names shortlisted as potential targets.

The arrival of Huntelaar, however, is likely hold back Zaki's chances of joining the Madridistas.

Huntelaar, 25, is sidelined with injury until January, but the Holland international will be eligible to play in the Champions League this season, should he join Real.