Van Gaal has said they're not meeting De Gea's valuation. I can't imagine Real Madrid would go through an entire summer without adding at least one shiny new toy to their collection, so I wouldn't be surprised if later this month they decide to sell Benzema as they know we can put up the cash to fund it easily.

I don't expect us to sign Benzema but I don't think it's beyond all realms of doubt. Here's hoping!