Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos has said the new signings at the Bernabeu have made them as strong as Barcelona.
The Spain international is back in action after a spell on the sidelines and is happy that Los Merengues have strengthened their squad for the new season.
Madrid spent €250million during the summer and Ramos is confident the new players can help them avoid a repeat of last term when Barca cleaned up all the silverware.
"This year there is a team that has rebuilt itself very well and that would be us," he told AS .
"There are now two players per position and up to six positions can be changed from one Sunday to the next.
"The rotations ensure that no one is out of rhythm when it comes down to crunch time."
Madrid and Barca are expected to be the only two clubs challenging for the Spanish title this season, but Ramos is hoping that other clubs can keep up the heat at the top of the table.
"I would rather see four or five so that it is more exciting," he said. "Sevilla, Villarreal, Valencia and Atletico, who despite getting off to a slow start, will be there.
"It would be good for Atletico to have something at stake when Barcelona visit the Calderon."
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