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#2 Kroos as a Defensive Midfielder
Let's get this straight. Toni Kroos is one of the best midfielders on the planet right now if not the best. But he cannot play as a lone defensive midfielder. He simply does not have the understanding and work rate required to be a defensive midfielder.
His best position is to play as an slightly more advanced central midfielder, where his defensive responsibilities are considerably less and he's allowed greater freedom to control and regulate the team's offense.
The next best option is to play him in a double pivot with a natural DM by his side. The only season where he worked well as a lone defensive midfielder was in the 2014-15 season. But that was because the team could always outscore their opponents and didn't have to worry about their defense.
When Casemiro returns he will take his place; but what if he gets injured? With the only other natural defensive midfielder in the squad in Marcos Llorente sold to Atleti, who covers for Casemiro? This is something Zidane has to figure out before the transfer window closes.
