Angelo Stiller won't wear Real Madrid's jersey. Even though his name has been strongly mentioned in recent weeks as one of Xabi Alonso's specific requests to strengthen the white midfield, Madrid has made a firm decision: there won't be a signing.
According to journalist Joaquín Maroto on his official X account (formerly Twitter), the possibility is completely ruled out. His message was blunt: "So you don't get confused: Stiller will never sign for Real Madrid". The word "never" strongly resonates in Valdebebas.
Stiller, specific request from Xabi Alonso
The truth is that Xabi Alonso knows very well the performance Angelo Stiller can offer. The Basque has closely followed him during his years in the Bundesliga, where Stiller has been one of the most outstanding midfielders wearing Stuttgart's jersey. At just 24 years old, the German has impressed with his tactical intelligence, passing accuracy, and ability to control the tempo of the match. Everything seemed to indicate that Real Madrid would take the opportunity to bring him in as a reinforcement for the future. But that won't be the case...
In Santiago Bernabéu offices, Stiller's profile has been evaluated, but in the end, they've decided to look in another direction. The white club believes they already have enough alternatives in midfield. It's true that Modric has stood out and they're looking for a profile similar to Kroos's, but Mastantuono's signing could change everything. The bet is internal, also considering the gems from La Fábrica or a position change for Güler.
Additionally, the economic context has also played a role. Although Stiller wasn't a multi-million euro operation, Real Madrid plans to allocate their resources to strengthening other more urgent areas, such as left back or attack.
Florentino won't sign Stiller
Xabi Alonso, recently appointed as first team coach, had conveyed his admiration for Stiller to Florentino Pérez. Not even his recommendation was enough to change the sporting management's criteria. The president has been clear: Angelo Stiller isn't in the plans. The decision is final.
With this move (or rather, the lack of it), Real Madrid sends a resounding message to their environment: there won't be a signing of Angelo Stiller, not now or in the future. Joaquín Maroto's information leaves no room for doubt, and the club doesn't consider reopening that path under any circumstances. The word "never" has been chosen with full intention.
Thus, one of the summer's rumors is definitively closed. Angelo Stiller will continue his career far from Santiago Bernabéu, and Real Madrid remains true to their policy of measured planning, betting on young talent already established in their squad. The German midfielder won't be white. Never...