Jude Bellingham holds the key to signing the new Kroos, Xabi has spoken with him.

Saying goodbye to Real Madrid and soccer last summer, Toni Kroos is still remembered by Madridists. Spending his best years at Santiago Bernabéu, Toni Kroos left a gap impossible for Real Madrid to fill. However, with Xabi Alonso's arrival, Real Madrid has prepared to cover Kroos's notable absence.

With a lack of strength in midfield, Xabi Alonso has spoken directly with Jude Bellingham. Although the Englishman plays as an attacking midfielder, Xabi has seen potential in him to be a pure central midfielder. Making the decision to reposition Bellingham, this idea from Xabi Alonso will be tested throughout the Club World Cup.

Depending on the results obtained, Real Madrid will decide whether signing another midfielder is necessary or not. For now, with very little time left before the start of the Club World Cup, Xabi Alonso has shown confidence in this change.

Toni Kroos's heir

Having been part of Real Madrid for two summers, Jude Bellingham made an immediate impact on the team. Despite his young age, Bellingham quickly adapted to the club's needs in midfield. Helping both in attack and defense, the Englishman, just 21 years old, showed quite interesting qualities in midfield.

While his goals show his great offensive ability, Bellingham has shown glimpses of his quality as a central midfielder. His vision of the game, ball control, and ability to control the pace of matches are just some of his best qualities.

It is because of this that, before signing a midfielder, Xabi Alonso wants to test Jude Bellingham as a central midfielder. A test in which Xabi fully trusts and where, if successful, Real Madrid would get the desired successor to Toni Kroos.

The importance of Jude Bellingham

Being important at Real Madrid since his debut match, Jude Bellingham can have an even greater impact on the team. Having the opportunity to replace Kroos, Bellingham must prove that he is up to the level of one of the team's legends.