For months, one of the names that resonated the most in the halls of Santiago Bernabéu was Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Liverpool full-back represented that mix of youth, quality, and experience that is so appealing to the white house. However, the plans have changed, Florentino Pérez has turned the helm.
It's no longer about strengthening the full-back position. Now the focus is on the midfield. More specifically, on a standout name in Germany.
The Chosen One by Florentino
At just 21 years old, Wirtz is one of the pillars of the champion Bayer Leverkusen. His connection with Xabi Alonso, the breakout coach, has been key for Real Madrid to place him at the top of their signing list.
The interest is not new. Madrid had already been following Wirtz for months, but now, with Ancelotti's possible departure on the horizon, the operation has accelerated. If Xabi Alonso finally lands on the Madrid bench, Wirtz could be his first major request.
Florentino wants a top-tier and Wirtz has it all: talent, vision, goals, and youth.
A Signing That Changes Everything
The arrival of the German attacking midfielder not only brings excitement to the fans. It also implies significant movements in the current squad. One of the names most likely to leave is Brahim Díaz.
The player from Málaga has had a season with ups and downs. He has excelled at key moments, but he hasn't managed to establish himself as a starter. With Wirtz on the team, the space for him is minimized.
The sports management knows this. That's why possible destinations for Brahim are already being explored. His departure seems increasingly inevitable.
A Renewed Madrid
Real Madrid is already looking to the future. With Modric in the final stretch of his career, the midfield needs renewal.
Bellingham has already shown he can lead. Camavinga and Valverde continue to grow and now, Wirtz could be the piece that completes it.
Moreover, his ability to play as an interior or attacking midfielder provides more options to a team that has sometimes appeared predictable in attack. His arrival would mean an immediate quality leap.
Haaland?
Many expected a big move in the forward line. Haaland's name is still in the air, but for now, it's not a priority. With Mbappé in the orbit and Endrick's growth, the goal seems covered.
The priority now is the brain, the one who thinks, the one who connects, and that is Florian Wirtz.