Real Madrid are reevaluating the idea of bringing in a central midfielder this summer, after Toni Kroos’ absence has proved more difficult than first thought to deal with.
Real Madrid had a dreadful night against Arsenal on Tuesday, and they are now staring down the barrel of a Champions League exit – unless they can overcome a three-goal deficit in next week’s return leg at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Real Madrid are undoubtedly in the market for a new midfielder this summer, following the departure of Toni Kroos last year, and the exit of Luka Modric, which will occur at some point in the near future.
The current expectation is that Liverpool will be particularly keen to bolster the offensive and defensive departments in the upcoming transfer window.
Real Madrid chose not to replace Toni Kroos in the summer, after the German veteran retired, hoping that their current options would step up in his absence.
According to BILD (via SPORT), Real Madrid continue to view Kimmich as a potential replacement for Toni Kroos. The 29-year-old German international is
Former Germany international Toni Kroos admits he’d see himself at Inter if he hadn’t retired and explains how Carlo Ancelotti convinced him to move to the Bernabeu in 2024.
Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos has admitted he would join Inter Milan if he ever decided to come out of retirement. Speaking to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the 34-year-old acknowledged he never considered leaving the Santiago Bernabeu despite drawing interest from Serie A.
Real Madrid failed to replace Toni Kroos during the 2024 summer transfer window, and this has cost them so far this season as Carlo Ancelotti has failed to find a solution to the void that was left by the now-retired German.
This interview was conducted exclusively in partnership with Gambling Zone. While there have been a number of reasons for Real Madrid’s struggles this season, and there have been a number of takes on what they should have done to counter-act those issues, the retirement of Toni Kroos looms large for Los Blancos.
Real Madrid may well seek to strengthen their midfield next summer, helping to fill the void left by Toni Kroos this year. One of the talents they have set eyes upon is Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Larsson.
Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos called time on a spectacular career at the end of last season. While he left Europe as a Champions League winner, many still believe that he had a lot to offer at the age of 34.
Toni Kroos’ absence in the Real Madrid first team squad has been massively felt during the first three months of the 2024-25 season, and Carlo Ancelotti is still trying to fill the void that the German midfield maestro vacated during the summer.
It’s been reported this week that Real Madrid intend to sign a new midfielder next summer. The decision not to replace Toni Kroos before the start of this season has seriously backfired for Los Blancos, which is why the intention is now to rectify the situation in 2025.
Jurgen Klopp has opened up old wounds over a controversial incident which left one Liverpool player in tears on a heartbreaking night for the Reds. The
Toni Kroos has been nothing short of an internet celebrity ever since the midfielder announced his retirement from football. The German hung up his boots at the end of last season and played his final game with Die Mannschaft at UEFA Euro 2024.
Real Madrid look as if they will have another Ballon d’Or winner amongst their ranks, with Vinicius Junior set to collect the award from France Football on Monday evening in Paris.
Real Madrid and Germany legend Toni Kroos has a vision and understanding of the game that few can rival, but the 34-year-old will not transition into a coaching role after retiring this summer.
Toni Kroos has personally recommended Real Madrid sign Joshua Kimmich. The 34-year-old retired following the conclusion of this summer’s European Championship in Germany and wants to help his former club fill the void he’s left.
Ex-Real Madrid star Toni Kroos questioned the voting method for the Ballon d’Or, an award which is desired by most football players. The German seemed to have taken a jab at Lionel Messi, who won the award in 2023.
The UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund has a number of compelling storylines.
Toni Kroos recently surprised the world of football with an Instagram post communicating his decision to end his professional career. The legendary midfielder will finish off his Real Madrid journey after 10 years, playing the Champions League final at Wembley.
Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos has announced that he will retire from football after Germany’s Euro 2024 campaign. Earlier this month, reports suggested that Kroos was close to agreeing on a contract extension with Real Madrid, which would have kept him at Santiago Bernabeu for the 2024-25 season.
Germany received exciting news as Toni Kroos announced his decision to return to the national team ahead of the European Championships. The 34-year-old midfielder, who took a break from international football after Euro 2020, revealed his intentions in a statement released on Thursday, expressing his eagerness to represent his country again.
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos is set to play for Germany at this summer's UEFA European Championship after coming out of international retirement. Kroos called time on his international career in July 2021 after scoring 17 goals in 106 senior games for Germany.
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