Toni Kroos, in his first season retired from Real Madrid, has stated that he will not return to the club and highlighted the difficulty Real Madrid faces in replacing a player with his profile. Kroos emphasized that there are few players like him available, and those who exist are hard to acquire. Real Madrid's management, including president Florentino Pérez, has confirmed they are not actively pursuing a midfielder this summer, as they have not found any candidate deemed worthy of the club's standards or transfer fees. Pérez explicitly stated he will not pay €100 million for a midfielder who does not meet the club's expectations. The club's sporting staff, led by coach Xabi Alonso, acknowledges the need for a deep-lying playmaker in midfield but remains unconvinced by any current market options. While Dani Ceballos has some characteristics similar to former player Isco, he is not considered a suitable replacement for Kroos. Real Madrid plans to focus on internal squad development rather than investing in a player who does not meet their level. Additionally, the club intends to target a central defender signing in 2026, not in the current transfer window.