Shocking news from Spanish media outlet, El Gol Digital claims Real Madrid have already begun their hunt for a midfielder in the transfer market. Los Blancos aren’t happy with the way their midfielders have been performing, of late, and a new face is more than welcome at the Bernabeu it seems.
The report further suggests that the Spanish champions are actually considering a move for Liverpool midfield star Emre Can Can’s current contract with Liverpool expires at the end of this season, meaning he could be available on a pre-contract agreement in the January transfer window.
But can this German International thrive in the iconic Real Madrid kit?
Emre Can is initially planned to be an alternative to Toni Kroos, whose form has taken a noticeable downturn in recent matches. While Emre Can may not be the exact carbon copy of his German compatriot, the 23-year-old boasts certain attributes which can hugely aid Los Blancos in overall aspects of the game.
First and foremost, Emre Can can be a dynamic midfielder, who can not only run tirelessly throughout the ninety minutes but can also control the tempo in the middle third of the pitch. Naturally described as a holding midfielder, Can can operate virtually anywhere on the pitch.
The former Leverkusen man is also very competent midfielders, who uses his tall figure to intimidate the opposition as well as cutting off the passing lanes in midfield. His defensive qualities make him a solid proposition in midfield.
Toni Kroos has evolved as one of the greatest midfielders in the world in recent seasons, but despite all his successes, he still tends lack a bit on his defensive work-rate and that’s where Emre Can come into play.
Considering the fact that Luka Modric is steadily reaching the end of his chapter with Real Madrid, Emre Can can actually be an amazing long-term solution for Zinedine Zidane’s men. Kroos’ excellent range of passing and Can’s overall work ethic in midfield, has all the right qualities to evolve as a devastating partnership.
In fact, the Croatian midfielder maestro was linked with a swap deal with Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane a few days ago, which further implies the fact that his career at Real Madrid could maybe put to an early ending.
Either way, Emre Can has the potential to become a world-class midfielder someday and Real Madrid could be the perfect place for him to take his game to a whole new level.
