Real Madrid is currently undergoing a transition following Toni Kroos’s decision to retire after a successful decade at Santiago Bernabéu.
Kroos was one of the best midfielders of his generation and played a pivotal role in organizing the team’s play. With his departure, Carlo Ancelotti has been searching for solutions to fill the void left by the German’s absence.
Initially, Ancelotti experimented with several midfield options. Aurélien Tchouaméni was his first choice, but he didn’t meet expectations.
Then, when Eduardo Camavinga seemed like the answer, an injury derailed those plans. As a result, Dani Ceballos has become the regular starter, though the transfer market has presented an intriguing possibility.
In this context, Real Madrid has reportedly set its sights on a promising talent from Eintracht Frankfurt, who is seen as a potential successor to Kroos. Florentino Pérez is keen on signing Swedish midfielder Hugo Larsson, who at just 20 years old, has been dubbed “the new Toni Kroos.”
Larsson’s vision, passing ability, and maturity on the field closely resemble Kroos’s style, and he has already become a key figure in Eintracht’s midfield.
However, securing Larsson’s signature won’t be straightforward. Sky Germany has reported that Real Madrid has begun negotiations with Eintracht Frankfurt, but the club is demanding €50 million for the young midfielder. This price tag makes him a significant investment, but Real Madrid’s interest in Larsson is driven not just by his current abilities but by his long-term potential.
With the future of Luka Modrić uncertain and Kroos already gone, the club is keen to continue refreshing its midfield. Larsson’s youth, talent, and adaptability to top-level football make him a highly attractive option for Madrid.
