Bellingham, Tielemans, Enzo Fernandez lined-up to replace Modric

However much we would like it, Luka Modric will not last forever. Despite the Madrid faithful not being able to imagine the midfield led by anyone other than the Croatian, it is true that Modric is 37, meaning Madrid have to start thinking about a quality replacement for their star.

And for this complaicated position, the 'Merengues' have, according to 'Sport', a good list of five high-quality players, including young Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham. Despite the 19-year old being chased by Madrid, his expensive get-out clause (over €100 million), he could still be of interest for the Spanish capital.

Second on the list of possible future Madrid players is Belgian midfielder currently at Leicester, Youri Tielemans, whose contract is up in the summer, meaning he would go to Madrid for free, just like Alaba. This is something which already puts him above a potential swoop for Bellingham.

Argentinian midfielder Enzo Fernandez has also featued in the Madrid side's agenda, as he is performing very well in his first season at Benfica, as well as being one of the main men in Argentina's 2-0 win over Mexico. Having said that, the 21-year old's contract with the Portuguese side lasts until 2027.

Fourth there is 27 year old Lazio man Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, who is under contract until 2024, while the final idea is Lovro Majer, 24, who is under contract with Rennes until 2027.