Kroos opens up on Madrid’s failed Mbappe move, Zidane’s key advice & how he still cleans his own boots

The German midfielder has reiterated his stance on the possible arrival of the Frenchman, who has been at the top of the Spanish club’s wish list. Toni Kroos has reiterated that he would welcome the arrival of Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid and has also opened up on the key advice Zinedine Zidane gave him.

Kroos discussed a variety of different topics to Goal as he launches his new Toni Kroos Academy, which has been designed to provide online training to the next generation of budding young players from across the world.

In addition to discussing Paris Saint-Germain star Mbappe, the 31-year-old also expressed how he still has plenty to offer at the highest level and how, despite his status as a world-class performer, he still cleans his own boots. 

The Liga giants have been tipped to return for the 22-year-old in January, at which point he will be free to sign a pre-contract agreement with the club if he decides against extending his current deal at Parc des Princes.

Kroos still welcomes the prospect of Mbappe’s arrival at the Bernabeu, but insists that the Blancos will move forward towards a brighter future regardless of whether a final deal comes to fruition.

“In the summer I already said that I would like a player like him to come, but if he doesn’t we have a good team,” he told Goal .