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Real Madrid and the Toni Kroos conundrum. The absence of the German midfielder was felt keenly last season at the Santiago Bernabeu, and many, including Xabi Alonso, believe that a replacement must be signed.

Real Betis News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 21

Toni Kroos Breaks the Hearts of Real Madrid Fans with Recent Comments

It's been just over a year since Toni Kroos announced his retirement from football, with his final game for the German national team in the Euro 2024 tournament.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 21

Report – Real Madrid Identify Inter Milan & Italy Megastar As Toni Kroos Successor

Real Madrid have reportedly added Inter Milan long-serving stalwart Nicolo Barella to their list of Toni Kroos replacements. According to Spanish news outlet AS via FCInterNews, the diminutive midfielder is one of three potential candidates for the role.

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Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 20

'The best thing is…' – Toni Kroos reflects on Real Madrid retirement decision

It has been over a year since Toni Kroos retired, ending a sensational career at the top of football – and 10 years at Real Madrid. The 35-year-old’s decision was heavily questioned at the time, but he continues to stick by it.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 18

Germany Legend Claims Inter Milan Were Lucky To Reach Champions League Final: 'Bayern Munich Were Better'

Retired German midfielder Toni Kroos tried to offer Inter Milan some words of encouragement following their horrific defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 12

Toni Kroos claims ‘the good outweighs the bad’ on emerging Real Madrid star

Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos has backed rising star Arda Guler to have a crucial season under Xabi Alonso. Alonso has impressed on his return to Madrid, after agreeing a deal to replace Carlo Ancelotti in May, but his squad remains a work in progress.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / July 6

Toni Kroos claims ‘Real Madrid are missing a player like me’ under Xabi Alonso

Former Real Madrid superstar Toni Kroos has opened up what Xabi Alonso is missing from his current Los Blancos squad. Alonso was immediately installed as Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement at the end of May with the former Spain international thrown into the deep end at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Rayo Vallecano News / Real Madrid CF on SI / June 14

Real Madrid Legend Toni Kroos Shades Hansi Flick Over Barcelona Discipline Plan

Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos continued his rivalry with FC Barcelona after the former midfielder threw shade at manager Hansi Flick for a rule that the German implemented after taking over the job with the Catalan side last summer.

Real Madrid News / TennisUpToDate.com / June 11

'You have an opportunity to be good at what you do': Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos godfathers Rafa Nadal Academy graduation

Real Madrid footballer Toni Kroos served as the godfather for the Rafa Nadal Academy graduation ceremony. The 2014 World Cup champion was the special guest for the event, which has previously featured global sports icons including Pau Gasol, Iga Swiatek, and Roger Federer.

Soccer News / Real Madrid CF on SI / June 3

Real Madrid Receive Boost in Pursuit of Two Midfield Transfer Targets

Real Madrid continue to work through their list of transfer targets, one area being a midfielder. Toni Kroos retired after the 2023-24 season, and Los Blancos struggled without him, with no replacement brought in.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 29

Kroos makes honest admission about Wirtz transfer to Liverpool

Florian Wirtz continues to be heavily linked with a move to Anfield this summer, and now his former international teammate Toni Kroos has offered his take on the deal.

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 20

Real Madrid send scouts to watch 20-year-old central midfielder

The hunt for Real Madrid’s new commanding officer in midfield continues this summer, afer the exit of General Toni Kroos was keenly felt this season. A number of names have been associated with Los Blancos, but a new name is on their radar for a potential move.

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 16

Real Madrid battle Liverpool for £60m Premier League star dubbed ‘the new Toni Kroos’

A new midfielder could be high on Xabi Alonso’s list of summer targets on his eventual return to Real Madrid. Alonso’s announcement as the new man in charge in Madrid is set to trigger a wave of new signings as part of a fresh era.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / May 10

Real Madrid agree summer deal for midfielder likened to Toni Kroos

There has been a lot of debate about whether Real Madrid will sign a midfielder this summer, and they will – albeit, not for the first team. Instead, they are projected to bring in a talented youngster that will enter one of the La Fabrica teams.

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'You have to congratulate Hansi Flick and Barcelona' – Real Madrid icon Toni Kroos

Barcelona will not win the Champions League this season, but their efforts in the competition have been commended by many in recent months. And the latest to give praise to the Catalan side is Real Madrid icon Toni Kroos.

Celta Vigo News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Real Madrid Legend Praises Barca Star Pedri as La Liga Race Intensifies

The soccer community already knows the rivalry between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. The two are arguably the biggest clubs in the world, and they fight for titles every season. This season, Barcelona has had the upper hand over Real Madrid as they have beaten them for two trophies.

Real Madrid News / TennisUpToDate.com / April 28

Daily Dose of Social Media: Marta Kostyuk's fluky new ace style as Alexander Zverev joins phone line-call trend

In our Daily Dose of Social Media, we look at some of the best entertainment from the past day that you may have missed with the Madrid Open reaching the second week.

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 23

Liverpool star cools talk of Real Madrid move – ‘Yes, I read and things reach me, but…’

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 News / Football Espana / April 12

Toni Kroos expresses disappointment with Real Madrid mentality against Arsenal

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.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / March 7

‘Liverpool are interested’: Richard Hughes could sign €36m Toni Kroos regen early this summer

The current expectation is that Liverpool will be particularly keen to bolster the offensive and defensive departments in the upcoming transfer window.

Real Madrid News / Football Italia / December 17

Kroos makes Inter transfer admission and praises Ancelotti

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.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 17

Real Madrid & Germany Legend Makes Huge Admission: 'I Could See Myself At Inter'

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 News / FirstSportz / August 3

'The one that deserves it will win,' Former Real Madrid man Toni Kroos takes shots at Ballon d’Or and Lionel Messi in recent ceremony

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.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / May 31, 2024

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Real Madrid News / Extratime Talk / May 30, 2024

What Is Behind Toni Kroos Retirement Decision?

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.