Real Madrid is busy putting together its squad for next season and, if possible, hopes to finalize its planned signings before the start of the Club World Cup, with the aim of strengthening the squad to be in contention for the title. One of the positions that urgently needs reinforcing is midfield, and Florentino Pérez has set his sights on a player who is very much to the liking of Xabi Alonso, Angelo Stiller.
Stiller, the player called upon to fill the gap left by Kroos
Since Toni Kroos announced his retirement from Real Madrid, the Whites have struggled in midfield throughout the season. A player as irreplaceable as the German is difficult to replace, especially if no quality signings are made who can, in some way, fill the role of Real Madrid’s number 8. During the current season, problems in midfield have been the norm. A lack of leadership, organization, and hierarchy have been among the reasons for Ancelotti‘s poor campaign.
After a year scouring the market in search of a player who can take on the role of Toni Kroos, it seems that the ideal candidate has been found. We are talking about Angelo Stiller, a 24-year-old German footballer who plays for VfB Stuttgart and has established himself in the midfield of his club and the German national team.
Angelo Stiller and his similarities with Kroos
The German footballer is only 24 years old and his style of play is very similar to that of Toni Kroos, although he is obviously still far from his level. He is an organizer who, like Kroos, has speed as one of his weaknesses. However, he knows how to find space on the pitch, with or without the ball. This gives him clarity when it comes to filtering passes, which are very accurate both short and long.
One of his characteristics as a midfielder is that he reads the game very well in defense, which helps him steal balls to launch counterattacks for his team. He still needs years and experience to reach Kroos’ quality, but he is well on his way to dominating the midfield in Europe.
Angelo Stiller, a profitable deal
Given the high prices being paid in Europe for footballers, especially those who seem established in midfield, the signing of Angelo Stiller is very appealing to Florentino Pérez, at around €40 million. This is an attractive amount for a player who is more than established in the football elite.
Real Madrid is expected to begin talks with the club next week, once the Bundesliga has concluded. But Real Madrid must hurry, as other European clubs, such as Liverpool, are bidding hard to sign the player, although he is said to be very attracted to the idea of signing for Real Madrid.
Real Madrid needs changes to its squad for next season, and midfield is key if they want to build a team that can once again compete for everything in Europe. Angelo Stiller meets the needs of the club and could be a signing for the future, given that he is only 24 years old. Florentino seems convinced, and Xabi Alonso, who will soon be confirmed as Real Madrid’s coach, will be delighted to have him on board to build the new Real Madrid.