The Two Stars Chosen by Real Madrid, Zubimendi and Another Great Player, are Fighting for a Place

With Real Madrid having had problems in defense in recent months, the possible transfer of a replacement for Toni Kroos has been put on the back burner. However, the club are still working to bring in a highly experienced player who can handle the midfield.

There are several names on the list of possible transfers, although Martín Zubimendi is one of the favorites . The Spanish player from Real Sociedad shows unbelievable soccer maturity despite his young age. However, there are also other players who have caught the attention of Real Madrid in recent weeks.

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At just 25 years old, the Spanish player has already played more than 200 games for the Basque team's first team . Martín Zubimendi has established himself in the Basque team's midfield and other European giants have already knocked on his door.

Liverpool tried to sign him in the summer transfer market, but the player backed out of the deal. Now, Real Madrid are thinking about transfer him to strengthen their midfield in the absence of Toni Kroos.

However, in the last few hours the name of Hugo Larsson has come up. At just 20 years old, the Swedish midfielder from EintrachtFrankfurt has been one of the great revelations of the Bundesliga this season, standing out for his defensive and offensive ability.

Hugo Larsson, the young promise of the Bundesliga

According to Sky Germany , the club considers the Swedish player as an ideal candidate to fill the void left by Toni Kroos and Luka Modric . Hugo Larsson combines defensive solidity with versatility in attack, qualities that fit perfectly into Real Madrid's scheme .

The white team likes his profile a lot, although Martín Zubimendi is also a very striking player and one that every club would like to have.Florentino Pérez and company haven't yet made a decision, but Real Madrid are already studying alternatives to cover the loss of Toni Kroos .

Hugo Larsson, the new Bundesliga prospect who has caught the attention of Real Madrid. | Real Madrid Confidencial

Finally, Hugo Larsson's departure wouldn't be cheap . The player is already more proven and Germany is asking for 50 million euros . Meanwhile, for ten million more, Real Madrid could undertake Martín Zubimendi 's release clause.