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Former Real Madrid coach and player says losing Kroos is going to be ‘a problem’ for Real Madrid
Bernd Schuster, who once played for and coached Real Madrid, recently discussed the challenges the club will face in their midfield.
He emphasised that losing Toni Kroos is going to cause significant problems for the team. According to Schuster, there is only one player who could adequately replace Kroos, but that player will not be joining Real Madrid.
Schuster specifically mentioned the changes happening in the squad of the European and League champions. He acknowledged the new reinforcements but highlighted the significant gap left by Kroos, a legendary player for the club in recent years.
“Mbappe is coming, but you lose Kroos. People forget that they are going to be a problem for Madrid,” stated the former manager as quoted by MARCA.
“The Mbappe thing is a very positive point. With Vinicius and Rodrygo they are very classy players.
“But in the midfield, I have my doubts. Kroos’ organisation was very important. for this team and now a lot of football is lost there,” he added.
Who can replace Kroos?
When it comes to finding a replacement for Kroos, Schuster believes that only one player is up to the task, and unfortunately, that player is not available.
He was referring to Manchester City’s midfielder, Rodri. Schuster expressed his belief that Rodri is the only one capable of filling Kroos’ role effectively.
“It already happened to me when Sergio Busquets left Barça. I saw only one person, Rodri, who is capable of filling a position. There is no one like him.”
Schuster’s take on Kimmich and Ancelotti
Additionally, Schuster commented on Joshua Kimmich, another player who has been linked with Real Madrid.
There have been suggestions that Kimmich could take over Kroos’ position, but Schuster disagrees. He pointed out that Kimmich is a right-back by nature and criticised the idea of playing him in midfield.
He pointed out that playing in midfield requires specific skills, such as reading the game well, losing a few balls, and managing the ball effectively.
“I think they were wrong to put him in that position. He is a right-back. I have never in my life seen a full-back becoming an organiser.
“It looks like anyone can play in that position and it’s not like that. It’s taken a couple of years to realise it’s not his thing,” explained Schuster.
Finally, Schuster shared his thoughts on Carlo Ancelotti. He described Ancelotti as a different kind of coach, one with immense experience.
“He is another type of coach. He has so much experience, he has always coached great teams, he knew the house like nobody else and that’s what made him win so much.”
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
