Real Madrid will offer extension to veteran midfielder if he wants to continue

Media and fans have speculated the change of guard in Real Madrid’s midfield for years now. Yet, the topic was always dismissed as an event of the distant future.

The same cannot be said anymore. Luka Modric is set to take part in what could be his final season at the club, while Casemiro’s long-term replacement has already arrived in the form of Aurelien Tchouameni.

Sergio Santos provides an update on the future of Toni Kroos. At the moment, Los Blancos know that the chances of the German continuing at the Bernabeu for one more season are bleak.

However, Real Madrid also know that Kroos could change his mind if he maintains his world-class level in the upcoming season. The cards are now in the player’s hand, and a new contract will be offered to him if he wishes to continue.

The World Cup winner has been vocal about the longevity of his playing career for a long time now. Kroos is not the biggest fan of playing late into his thirties, and his retirement from the national team shows his intention.

The midfielder will be 33 by the time his contract with Real Madrid runs out next season. Knowing well that the likes of Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, and Tchouameni are knocking on the doors, he could choose to hang his boots at the end of the season.

Another option on his table is to try a stint outside Europe, possibly in the MLS. Yet, that would seem improbable given his view on retirement.

Last season, Kroos made 28 league appearances for the champions, scoring one goal and providing one assist. Most recently, he played almost the entire game against Eintracht Frankfurt and helped Los Blancos win the UEFA Super Cup.