Toni Kroos sees Fede Valverde as difference maker vs. Bayern Munich

Federico Valverde of Uruguay celebrates after scoring a goal during the international friendly match between England and Uruguay at Wembley Stadium in London, England, on March 27, 2026. The match is part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. (Photo by Martin Silva Cosentino/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images Against Manchester City, Real Madrid stalwart Fede Valverde showed that he could rise above all of the other stars on the squad and carry the load.

His ex-teammate and German legend; Toni Kroos, think that Valverde has the exact makeup to be a problem for Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Kroos thinks Valverde’s performance vs. Manchester City could be the impetus for the 27-year-old to have an important role vs.

the Bavarians. “You could say that in what was, up to that point, a mediocre season for Real Madrid, he had the feeling that he was able to carry the team a bit on his shoulders,” said Kroos (as captured by Sport Bild ). “Things weren’t perfect for him either, but this momentum, this Man City game, isn’t a complete coincidence for me, because he’s simply a guy who has not only quality but also the right mentality.

Since then, he’s been flying all over the pitch. It’s truly incredible what he’s playing at the moment. I hope it lasts a long time because I have a very good relationship with him.