Last Minute: Toni Kroos also talked about the owner of uniform number 10 that Luka Modric will leave after retirement at Real Madrid: “Arda Güler deserves this uniform, no one else can wear it”
Real Madrid’s legend, Toni Kroos, an impressive statement that creates a shock effect in the football world, announced the young Turkish star Arda Güler as the right successor of Luka Modric’s iconic 10 10 10th shirt. These days, when the brilliant career of Ballon D’Or 2018 owner, Modric, approached the end of his brilliant career, the speculation of who would inherit his legendary shirt increased. Kroos, which is of great importance in Santiago Bernabeu, made his attitude in the last part of his podcast, Einfach Mal Luppen, and led to an intense debate between fans and experts.
Kroos, who left professional football in 2024, after a decade full of trophies at Real Madrid, continued to be a name that makes his voice heard in the sport. Support to Güler is not just a common vision, but a bold expression about the club’s future. The German middle -time, known for its spot rusts and tactical shine, believes that Güler has the unique mix of creativity, vision and work of cold work to carry the weight of the 10th shirt, which is identified with legends such as ferenc puskas, Zinedine Zidane and Modric.
Güler, who joined Real Madrid de Fenerbahçe in the summer of 2023, is seen as an extraordinary talent with tremendous potential. Despite the limited time of the game due to injuries and hard star competitions full of stars, the 19 -year -old showed moments of brightness. In particular, their performances at La Liga and Copa Del Rey were compared to some of the best in the game. Kroos, who played with Güler before retiring, emphasized the young player’s ability to control and create chances of the game’s rhythm; These qualities reflect Modric’s moderation in the middle -skill.
The importance of Kroos’s explanation cannot be underestimated. Modric, who is currently 39, is the heart of Real Madrid’s middle -time for over a decade and directed the game with unique elegance. Shirt number 10 is not only a number, but also a symbol of leadership and perfection. Güler’s choice for Kroos as the only player who can fill these shoes tells a lot about the potential of the young Turkish. “Arda has a special side, said Kro Kroos in the podcast.” He sees the game differently and this is rare. Number 10 is not just a skill, but responsibility.
This support occurs at a critical turning point for Güler, which faces difficulties in achieving a regular position of the first 11 in the administration of coach Carlo Ancelotti. Despite the important goals such as Getafe in April 2025, Güler was usually left in the shadow by stars established such as Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde. However, Ancelotti had already given clues about a bright future to Guler and remembered an unforgettable meeting of the facetime that he convinced the young player to join Madrid, promising a role in the post -modric period. Ancelotti is reported to Guler that “Modric and Kroos can touch it in the middle -when they get old and this prophecy seems to come true.
Kroos’s comments also reintegrated the discussions about the transition from the middle of Real Madrid. When Kroos retired and Modric’s career ended, the club was looking for players who would be the next generation element. Valverde inherits Kroos number 8 uniform, while number 10 has a different legacy; A legacy that requires creativity and skill. Guler’s ability to serve as a wing and a half -kid player makes him a versatile candidate who can adapt to Ancelotti’s tactical demands.
The world of football made notes in this bold Kroos claim. Social media platforms, especially X, are shaken by fan reactions. Many recognize that Guler’s technical skill and fearless attitude have made him a natural harmony for number 10. However, others argue that pressure from such a prestigious number may be too much for a player who is still trying to find his feet at the elite level. However, Kroos’s support raised Guler’s status and placed him under the spotlight as the future potential star of Real Madrid.
As the 2025-26 season advances, all eyes will be providing that Guler can meet the high expectations of Kroos. As Modric’s retirement approaches, shirt 10 is heating, and Guler seems to have the support of one of Madrid’s greatest players. It is still unclear whether Real Madrid can consolidate their place in the history of the story, but Toni Kroos made it clear for now: Arda Guler was chosen.
