Real Madrid signing Liverpool World Cup hero

Real Madrid target Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister as a summer transfer to replace Toni Kroos. World Cup winner could thrive at Bernabeu.

Real Madrid recently engaged in a high-scoring La Liga battle against Villarreal, ending in a thrilling 4-4 draw. Despite the lack of stakes for both teams, with Real Madrid securing the top spot and Villarreal settling for eighth place, Carlo Ancelotti used the match as a valuable learning opportunity. Identifying weaknesses in his squad, the Italian manager is now eyeing potential summer transfers to strengthen his team.

One player on Real Madrid's radar is Liverpool midfielder and World Cup champion, Alexis Mac Allister. While discussions have taken place between the two clubs, a formal offer from Real Madrid is yet to materialize. Mac Allister is seen as a potential replacement for the likes of Toni Kroos, with talks ongoing for contract extensions for both Kroos and Luka Modric, albeit for a maximum of one year.

Having benefited from mentorship under Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, Mac Allister's versatility and ability to drive forward in attack make him an attractive prospect for Real Madrid. With Klopp's departure and the arrival of Arne Slot at Anfield, the Argentine midfielder could be swayed to make the move to the Santiago Bernabeu.

Liverpool's return to the Champions League next season adds another layer of intrigue, as Mac Allister, despite lacking experience in the competition, has proven his mettle on the world stage by winning the 2022 World Cup with Argentina. His winning mentality and skill set make him a logical successor to Kroos in orchestrating play for Real Madrid.

In many ways, Alexis Mac Allister represents the next evolution in Real Madrid's midfield, poised to make a significant impact should he make the switch from Anfield to the Spanish capital.