When Toni Kroos left Real Madrid in the summer of 2024, the focus was not on what Real Madrid lost. The signing of Kylian Mbappé overshadowed the German’s exit. Two seasons later without titles, it is clear that Kroos is nowhere near being replaced in the defensive midfield. A big opportunity is now opening up in the Premier League.
An insane amount has happened in the past week. Jose Mourinho is on his way in as Real Madrid manager, while Pep Guardiola is on his way away from Manchester City. It is especially the latter that opens up for a long-awaited signing in Madrid.
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Rodri has been at the top of the wish list of Real bosses in recent years, the Ballon d’Or winner is considered the world’s best in the defensive role in midfield. Everyone saw the enormous importance the Spaniard had at City, when he disappeared with a long-term injury.
Real Madrid have tried to sign RodI on several occasions, but the Spanish captain has been very happy with City – and especially with Guardiola as coach. Now Guardiola is heading for the exit door, one year ahead of time. According to Marca , this changes the situation of Rodri, who has Guardiola as a crucial factor to stay in England in recent years.
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Then we will see if Mourinho is the necessary draw to persuade the optimal Toni Kroos replacement to sign Real Madrid.
