Xabi Alonso's arrival at Real Madrid has caused a lot of excitement. The former player and white legend arrived with a clear mission: improve the team from the midfield to the back. Madrid needs to especially strengthen its midfield and defense, areas where it has shown certain weaknesses this season.
Xabi Alonso doesn't want to improvise; his goal is to bring in footballers who fit the Madridist DNA. He wants a solid midfield, with control capability and clean exits. The defense must be more compact and trustworthy.
Toni Kroos, the voice that matters at Madrid
Toni Kroos is a reference on and off the field for Madrid. Although he no longer plays at the club, his influence remains strong. Kroos knows what the team needs. Additionally, he perfectly understands the play style that Xabi Alonso wants to implement.
That's why Toni Kroos has spoken and made it clear who could be the perfect replacement for him. His recommendation carries a lot of weight in the sports management and the coaching staff. The former Merengue player has pointed to a young and promising talent who is shining in Germany.
Angelo Stiller, the jewel that was close to Barça
This is Angelo Stiller, a midfielder for VfB Stuttgart. Stiller caught attention last summer when he was very close to signing for FC Barcelona. Finally, the transfer didn't materialize, but his name hasn't stopped being mentioned in the market.
Now, thanks to Kroos's recommendation and Xabi Alonso's interest, Real Madrid is willing to bet strongly on him. Stiller is a footballer with characteristics that perfectly fit the play style Madrid seeks: tactical order, good passing, and a lot of energy to recover the ball.
The price and the perfect fit?
Angelo Stiller's transfer is around 40 million, a fair price for a young player with experience in the Bundesliga.
Additionally, his youth and versatility make him an ideal piece for a team looking to rejuvenate its squad without losing immediate competitiveness. Stiller could be the key piece to strengthen the midfield and provide balance in defense.
If the operation is closed, it will be a clear victory for Xabi Alonso and Toni Kroos, who with this addition would be giving an important quality leap to Real Madrid. Meanwhile, also a small "betrayal" to Barça, which was very close to getting him and now sees how Madrid wins the game.