Florentino Pérez is determined to take Real Madrid to new heights, and to do so, the Merengue club is looking to reinforce some of the key positions in its squad. After a season full of ups and downs, the president of the club has in mind some big-name transfers for next season. Among the positions to reinforce, the central midfielder is one of the most important, and Florentino already has two names in mind that could become the new galacticos of Madrid.
Over the years, Real Madrid have seen their midfield, which was once one of the most feared in the world, undergo some transformations. Although Casemiro remains a prominent figure, the retirement of players such as Toni Kroos is marking the end of an era. Thus, Florentino Pérez is clear that renewal in the midfield is an imminent necessity.
A Change of Direction in the Construction of the Squad
Real Madrid have maintained a transfer policy based on bringing in high-quality players, but also on investing in young players with great potential. However, this next market could be different. Florentino seems willing to take the next step with a couple of names that could be the new pillars of the team in the coming years.
Both Rodri and Zubimendi are players with characteristics that fit perfectly into Madrid's system. Rodri, with his ball control and ability to organize the game, has been a key player in the midfield for Pep Guardiola's team. On the other hand, Zubimendi is a defensive midfielder with a great ability to recover balls and give balance to the team.
Why Rodri and Zubimendi?
Florentino Pérez sees Rodri as a world-class player who, at 28, is in his prime. The Spanish international has a very similar profile to Casemiro, but with a greater ability to distribute. In addition, Rodri could bring great stability to Madrid's midfield.
Zubimendi, meanwhile, is a young talent who continues to develop at a rapid pace. His presence in the center of the Real Sociedad midfield hasn't gone unnoticed, and his defensive quality has sparked interest from several of Europe's top clubs.