Owen is hoping to emulate some of Real Madrid's legendary strikers

It has been suggested that the �8m signing from Liverpool might find it difficult to secure a starting place with the Spanish giants this season.

But Camacho said: "Owen will ensure that there is competition for places, and will generate concern within the squad in the expectation of playing.

"Naturally, it could be that some day Raul and Ronaldo will not be picked."

Owen has been handed the number 11 shirt - which was worn by Paco Gento.

And the Real legend has given his seal of approval to the England striker.

"Owen is a monster, as a soccer player he has everything. He's young, fast, a goalscorer, a hard worker and a winner," Gento told the paper.