Real Madrid is reportedly in the process of preparing contract renewal packages for its veteran midfielders Luka Modric and Toni Kroos. The terms of both players are set to expire on June 30, prompting discussions within the club about their future.
Previous reports had suggested that Modric was contemplating retirement, while there were concerns that Kroos might consider hanging up his boots after the upcoming Euros with Germany. However, recent developments indicate that Real Madrid is keen on retaining both players for at least another season.
President Florentino Perez has reportedly met with Modric and Kroos to convey the club's decision to offer them one-year contract extensions. The potential renewals are seen as crucial by head coach Carlo Ancelotti, who values the experience and leadership that both players bring to the team.
Ancelotti is said to view Kroos as instrumental in mentoring young talents like Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni, guiding them through the transition phase as Real Madrid looks to evolve its playing style for the future.
While Modric's family is reportedly settled in Madrid and the player himself is open to the idea of staying, the final decisions rest with the German and Croatian midfield maestros. The club's intention to keep them on board aligns with Ancelotti's vision for the team's continued success.
As discussions progress, further updates on the contract renewals are expected in the lead-up to the Champions League final, where Real Madrid will face Borussia Dortmund on June 1. The potential extension of Modric and Kroos' contracts could mark a significant milestone in their careers, as they aim to equal Paco Gento's record of six European cup wins each.
Real Madrid fans will be eagerly awaiting the outcome of these negotiations, as the club looks to secure the services of two of its most influential midfielders for the upcoming season.
