Toni Kroos, the star of Real Madrid, has intensified speculation regarding his retirement from football at the end of this season. The Spanish newspaper "Marca" reported that Kroos (34 years old) did not head to the locker room to celebrate with his teammates after qualifying for the Champions League final against Bayern Munich (4-3 on aggregate), setting up a match with Borussia Dortmund.
The report added that the German midfielder remained at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium with the stands empty, looking at the pitch and the bench with his wife and children. The expressions on Toni Kroos's face suggest that he was bidding farewell to the club's walls in what could be his last match at home in the Champions League this season, as his contract with the club expires at the end of next month.
The Spanish newspaper noted, "There is pressure on Toni Kroos to stay at Real Madrid for at least another season, but the German player remains silent, which fuels retirement rumors." Marca also mentioned that Kroos has frequently stated, "I want to leave at the top," which aligns with the current moment after qualifying for the Champions League final, winning La Liga, and hosting the Euro 2024 tournament in his country.
The report concluded that he will make his decision based on other factors, as he does not want his performance level to decline, so it would not be a surprise if he follows through on his threat to retire.
