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Goodbye Bayern, Real Madrid speeds up, they snatch him from Pep Guardiola: the new Toni Kroos

Madrid identifies the new Kroos: he plays for Bayern and Guardiola likes him a lot, but Florentino Pérez is going all in

Real Madrid is going through a period of transition in its midfield. Since the retirement of Toni Kroos, the team has lost a key piece for dominating matches. The lack of quality in that area has become more evident than ever at the start of this season.

Kroos was the one who organized, slowed down, and sped up the game when necessary. His influence went beyond passes, as he shaped the team's personality. Now, that absence is felt in every match, and Xabi Alonso has been the first to speak out about this problem.

Real Madrid soccer players on the field, with one of them applauding while the others watch.
The void left by Kroos isn't easily filled | Europa Press

Real Madrid needs their new Toni Kroos

The new Real Madrid coach believes the locker room needs a footballer with a profile similar to Toni Kroos to regain the lost balance. Florentino Pérez, aware of the situation, has decided to act. He didn't do it last summer, but now he has realized that it's the only solution to improve the team's fluidity in play.

At the moment, Aurélien Tchouaméni is trying to fill the void. However, his soccer is more focused on recovery, pressing, and the physical aspect. The Frenchman doesn't have Toni Kroos's precision and vision to bring the ball out from the back.

Aurélien Tchouaméni with a smile and face to face with Toni Kroos
Tchouaméni is very good, but he's not Kroos | Europa Press

For this reason, the sporting management is looking for a player capable of taking on that role naturally. The goal is none other than to find the heir to the German midfielder. It seems that there's already a name highlighted in red on the club's agenda.

Real Madrid accelerate to sign the new Toni Kroos

Specifically, Real Madrid is keeping a very close eye on Aleksandar Pavlovic, Bayern's great gem. The young German midfielder has been dazzling in the Bundesliga for some time. His technical quality and maturity have caught the attention of all of Europe.

Pavlovic stands out for his ability to organize his team from the center of the field. He has a clean touch, an excellent reading of the game, and very intelligent positioning. In addition, he knows when to take risks and when to provide security.

At Bayern, he has already established himself as a reference point despite his youth. His growth has been meteoric, becoming a key piece in Vincent Kompany's plans. The Bavarians believe they have a future leader on their hands.

Aleksandar Pavlovic also appeals to Pep Guardiola

The interest in Aleksandar Pavlovic isn't limited to Real Madrid. Weeks ago, Manchester City under Pep Guardiola seemed to be better positioned. However, the situation has taken an unexpected turn.

Florentino Pérez intends to speed up negotiations to bring the player to Bernabéu. The club wants to get ahead of the competition and finalize his arrival as soon as possible. Everything suggests that next summer could be key.

However, the signing won't be easy. Aleksandar Pavlovic is under contract until 2029, which gives Bayern a strong position. In addition, his market value is around €55 million.

Real Madrid knows it will have to make a significant investment if it wants to secure his signing. But the club is convinced that it's worth it. Aleksandar Pavlovic fits perfectly into Xabi Alonso's project.

The future of Aleksandar Pavlovic is full of unknowns. Bayern, City, and Madrid will fight to secure his talent. What seems certain is that his name will shape the next transfer market.

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