Enrique Riquelme aiming to rope in iconic Real Madrid midfielder to supercharge his presidential bid | OneFootball

Toni Kroos has become one of the biggest objectives in Enrique Riquelme’s ambitious plan ahead of the upcoming Real Madrid presidential elections.

According to information revealed by COPE, the former Real Madrid midfielder is among the names that Riquelme hopes to incorporate into his project to support his challenge for the Real Madrid presidency. 

While no agreement has been announced, the interest shows the scale of the vision being presented by the presidential candidate.

Kroos remains one of the most admired figures of Real Madrid’s modern era. 

Riquelme is trying to rope in Toni Kroos. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

After spending a decade at the club and winning numerous trophies, the German midfielder brought his playing career to an end in June 2024, leaving behind a legacy that continues to resonate strongly with supporters.

Another icon on Riquelme’s list

Over recent weeks, Riquelme has unveiled the foundations of his proposed sporting structure. 

Several well-known names from Real Madrid’s history have already been publicly confirmed as part of the initiative.

Raul Gonzalez Blanco was announced as the candidate’s choice for sporting director, while Fernando Hierro has been identified as the figure who would oversee La Fábrica and help shape the academy’s future direction.

Riquelme is building the foundation. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

The project has also attracted Iker Casillas, who is expected to take on an important role within the club’s organisational framework. 

On top of that, Riquelme recently revealed that Vicente del Bosque would also be involved in an advisory capacity and now, Kroos has emerged as another major target for the presidential hopeful. 

Given the respect he commands among Real Madrid supporters, his inclusion would undoubtedly strengthen the appeal of the project.

The former midfielder’s emotional farewell at the Santiago Bernabeu remains fresh in the memory of many fans, making any potential return to the club a significant talking point.