The German midfielder says he has not maintained any contact with his former Bayern Munich player regarding a summer turnaround for Santiago Bernabeu
Toni Kroos is not looking to be an agent for Real Madrid in their pursuit of David Alaba, with Blancos midfielder insisting he did not hold talks with his former Bayern Munich player at the time. future.
The multinational Austrian international has revealed that he will be leaving the Allianz Arena when his contract expires at the end of the season.
Various landings are being considered for the 28-year-old as he prepares to take on a new challenge, with Real saying he is leading the hunt, but Kroos has not been able to pushing La Liga giants bids.
What was said?
Kroos, who spent several years with Alaba at Bayern before moving to Spain in 2014, has revealed Bild: “I don’t know. I didn’t talk to him and he didn’t call me, but I think he’s old enough to make a decision.
“I don’t know what his offers are on the table either. If I had spoken to him on the phone 30 times, I would have known what their intentions were, but I would only read what they say on this subject. ”
Who else has been associated with Alaba?
Unsurprisingly, despite standing in the global game, Alaba has attracted a lot of interest.
Real are the favorites to retain his signature when his contract expires, but there are several other European depression going around.
Many are urging Liverpool, with their struggles to back injury this season, to join the chase.
Reds Premier League rivals Chelsea are said to be desperate to get a proven player at the highest level.
Barcelona may be lured to fight the Clasico foes for sought – after talent, but Camp Nou have a shortage of money and Eric Garcia ‘s return to Catalonia from Manchester City remains a priority for them.
Has Kroos said anything else?
While steering clear of Alaba’s profiteering, the Madrid midfielder is keeping a close eye on ongoing events at Bayern.
He believes it was the club that gave him a big break from being a big contender for the Champions League back, with Hansi Flick looking at a European crown that defended them in style last season.
Kroos, who helped Real set a 1-0 lead in their last show-16 with Atalanta, said: “Bayern are without a doubt one of their favorites. To be conventional heroes, but also for the quality he possesses.
“Bayern are definitely one of their favorites, if not their favorite.”