Real Madrid is feeling the absence of Toni Kroos heavily and trying to make up for it by signing a player who can replace him in his role. To find one, Florentino Pérez think that there's no-one better to choose his replacement than the German himself. Kroos has already put a name on the table.
Defensa Central has stated that Kroos has spoken about this matter with the president of Madrid. The truth is that he's been clear: "Florian Wirtz is a player to sign." He's been his favorite for a long time and continues to be so, to the point that he is interceding to see him at Santiago Bernabéu.
Florian Wirtz has a contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2027 and it's not a simple operation. We are talking about many millions of euros. The operation could reach up to 150 million euros. Given this scenario, Florentino Pérez is taking it calmly and looking at any type of option that may appear.
Florian Wirtz, the Player Kroos Wants at Real Madrid: Operation Underway
Xabi Alonso gave his word to Florian Wirtz that he would let him leave in 2025 if the interest that comes in is fair. Indeed, he wants to leave. Real Madrid wants to take him and he's dying to accept the offer.
Bayer Leverkusen isn't only looking for money with this operation. At Xabi Alonso's express request, they also want a player on exchange. The Basque coach is clear about who his favorite is at Real Madrid. In addition, he shares a position with Florian Wirtz: the Turk Arda Güler.
Xabi Alonso has asked for Arda Güler for Leverkusen, trying to include him in the sale of Florian Wirtz to Real Madrid. It doesn't seem easy, because Florentino doesn't want to lose track of him. However, it is true that it would help to lower (a lot) the German's price.
Florentino wants him at Real Madrid, especially after receiving the recommendation from Kroos. He likes him a lot and would be delighted to see him wearing white at Santiago Bernabéu.
Despite all of that, this operation is not at all simple. There are multiple factors involved and there are other interested parties. Kroos wants him at Real Madrid and will speak up if necessary. Still, there's still a lot of time ahead. Calm down, seriously calm down.