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Real Madrid is still focused on the transfer market. The club is looking for a midfielder to cover the departure of Toni Kroos.

The team needs a player who can control the game and organize the midfield. In the midst of this, new names that could be key to Madrid's future are appearing.

Need for a Midfielder

Real Madrid has been struggling since Toni Kroos retired. The German was vital in distributing the ball and controlling the game.

A football player in a Real Madrid uniform.
Real Madrid misses Kroos | Europa Press

Although there are players like Modrić and Valverde, the team needs someone to take on that role. The lack of a midfielder who can organize things with the same quality as Kroos is noticeable in many games.

The debate over the type of midfielder Madrid needs is still ongoing. Some rumors point to a more defensive profile.

There's talk about a player with the ability to win back the ball and organize the game. The team seeks balance between defense and offense, something that Kroos used to do perfectly.

Florian Wirtz: The German Option

While in Spain there's debate about the profile needed, in Germany there's a bright future for Florian Wirtz. He is currently is in the sights of Real Madrid. The German midfielder from Bayer Leverkusen has been linked with Real Madrid due to rumors of previous conversations.

Florian Wirtz in the foreground with the background blurred
The German Jewel | Europa Press

Wirtz is a comprehensive midfielder, capable of offering both offense and playmaking. At 21, he has already demonstrated his talent in the Bundesliga and European competitions: a great promise for soccer. However, his transfer could exceed 100 million euros, which represents a considerable investment for the club.

The Return of Nico Paz

However, the name that has gained the most traction in Real Madrid's offices is Nico Paz. The Argentine attacking midfielder, once considered for the first team, is currently on loan at Serie A team Como. His great performance in Italy has attracted several teams, while Real Madrid follows his progress.

Nico Paz's situation is interesting for the club, since, unlike Wirtz, his return could be a much cheaper operation.

The Argentine has shown in Serie A that he is ready for a top-level role, with a profile that would fit well at Real Madrid.