There has been a lot of noise around the future of Kai Havertz lately, especially with Real Madrid among the clubs reportedly interested in his services.

As the club look to beef up its options in the creative department, the Chelsea star has been identified as one of the players who can improve the team. Havertz has had a difficult spell at Stamford Bridge and could be open to leaving Chelsea this summer.

Real Madrid, though, have appeared quite reluctant in negotiating with Chelsea for the services of Havertz, who is rated at around €60 million.

But according to SportBILD, one of Real Madrid’s star players, Toni Kroos, rates Havertz highly. The report points out that the midfielder sees Havertz as a player who can fit into the Real Madrid setup next season and beyond.

This is particularly important in the context of the Havertz pursuit. As per Bild, Kroos is an influential entity within the Real Madrid camp and is even part of Carlo Ancelotti’s close circle. So his opinion could definitely impact Real Madrid’s pursuit of the German international.

However, as things stand right now, ‘Operation Havertz’ could prove to be difficult. This is because Real Madrid are already busy pursuing a deal for Harry Kane, who has been identified as the ideal replacement for Karim Benzema.

The veteran forward has recently joined Saudi Arabian giants Al-Ittihad ahead of the new season. Kane, therefore, has emerged as the transfer priority for Los Blancos.

Unless Real Madrid have proper clarity on the Kane pursuit, they are unlikely to splash the cash on the services of Havertz. The club, nonetheless, could continue to monitor the situation of the German international this summer.