Atletico Madrid were comfortable 3-0 winners over struggling Valencia in the highlight of Saturday's La Liga action.
Alvaro Morata scored a late winner to hand Atletico Madrid all three points in a narrow 1-0 win over Girona in LaLiga.
Atletico Madrid's record signing Joao Felix has an uncertain future when he heads back to the Spanish club after the Chelsea loan ends.
Real Madrid's title hopes suffered a blow as they needed a late Alvaro Rodriguez equaliser to snatch a 1-1 draw against 10-man rivals Atletico Madrid on Saturday.
Real Madrid must now focus on the upcoming La Liga game against Atletico Madrid following their stunning victory over Liverpool.
Valencia want to strengthen their midfield by getting Atletico Madrid's Saul Niguez, according to reports.