Since Carlo Ancelotti hasn’t been able to fill the vacuum left by the now-retired German, Real Madrid has suffered this season as a result of their failure to acquire a replacement for Toni Kroos during the 2024 summer transfer window. As a result, it is anticipated that a midfield player would be signed in 2025.
Rodri Hernandez has been connected to Real Madrid in recent months, but it has now been stated that another Premier League player has been added to the shortlist. Ryan Gravenberch of Liverpool is a player who has gained popularity at the defending La Liga and European champions.
Gravenberch excels in a box-to-box role, meaning he has the stamina and dynamism to cover large areas of the pitch. He contributes defensively, tracking opposition runners, but also has the vision and technical quality to support attacking transitions. This makes him ideal for systems that rely on quick transitions and maintaining a balance between defense and attack.
Real Madrid and other teams would have undoubtedly taken notice of Gravenberch’s incredible start to the season. He does comply with the club’s transfer regulations, but it’s unclear if he’s the kind of midfielder Ancelotti needs in his starting lineup.