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Real Madrid open to keeping midfield icon for another season, renewal decision up to the player
There are few better sights in football than seeing Toni Kroos ping switches on a football field and caress the ball gently, with his mere touches creating new passing angles.
Even at the age of 33, Real Madrid are benefiting from his services as the old notion of class never truly fading comes true in the German’s case.
After a season of much speculation, Kroos decided to extend his contract with Los Blancos for one more year.
And now, with the campaign approaching the halfway point, speculation regarding Kroos’ future is once again prevalent.
Kroos’ renewal in the hands of only one man
Indeed, according to Jose Felix Diaz of MARCA, Kroos’ renewal at Real Madrid will depend on him alone. From the club, they are betting on one more season.
The iconic midfielder has already retired from international football but continues to practice his trade at club level.
Most recently, he produced a masterclass against Granada, notching an assist for Brahim Diaz as well. Amidst the abundance of injuries especially, he continues to be a valuable asset.
As such, the club recognises Kroos has more to give and aims to have him within their esteemed ranks for another season.
After the 2-0 triumph against Granada, coach Carlo Ancelotti shed light on the importance of Kroos, deeming him irreplaceable even when he is not participating on the field, which is a testament to his significance to Real Madrid.
“The best thing is his orientation and his control; he’s always in the right place when he receives. He is irreplaceable even when he doesn’t play,” he said.
It remains to be seen whether the German is keen on continuing another season, but if the report is to be believed, the club is more than willing to see his continuance.
In what will come as a pleasing development for fans, Fabrizio Romano reports that Real Madrid forward Rodrygo could make a comeback from his injury earlier than expected.
The 25-year-old Brazilian international has been out of action since March after suffering an ACL injury during a La Liga game against Getafe.
Due to the complete rupture of the ACL, coupled with associated meniscus damage, it was suggested that the attacker was staring at a lengthy time out on the sidelines and might not return until 2027.
In fact, the forward’s father, Eric Goes, recently stated in an interview that the Real Madrid ace could be back in February next year, just before the business end of the campaign.
Rodrygo could be back in December
However, as per the update from Romano, Rodrygo’s comeback could happen well before that expected date.
Indeed, if things continue to progress at the current rate, the 25-year-old attacker might return to action in December or by January 2027 at the latest.
This will come as a welcome boost for Jose Mourinho & co., considering that Rodrygo is a valuable player for the team.
Even though he had endured a tough spell prior to his form, the Brazilian’s versatility, work rate off the ball, and eye for a goal make him an asset.
Rodrygo eager to be back at his best
The update from Romano further states that Rodrygo feels very grateful to Real Madrid for all the help and support they have given him during this difficult phase of his career.
As such, the Brazilian international has made it a mission to return to action in the best shape possible and make an impact from the get-go.
The attacker has only recently begun working on the pitch with the ball indicating the significant progress he has made on the road to recovery.
And, if there are no setbacks, Real Madrid could recover one of their ace attackers before the end of the current year.
So far in his career, Rodrygo has made 297 appearances for Real Madrid, scoring 71 goals. He has a contract with the club until 2028.
