The departure of Luka Modrić from Real Madrid forces the club into the transfer market to tackle a major challenge: rebuilding a midfield capable of keeping the team competitive under incoming coach Xabi Alonso. According to Marca, the Blancos are already evaluating several options, with three Argentine players standing out.

Enzo Fernández

A name gaining strong momentum in the Madrid shortlist is Enzo Fernández. The 24 year old midfielder brings dynamism, link-up play, and a tactical understanding that solves both defensive and attacking situations.

The Chelsea player recorded six goals and seven assists in 35 Premier League matches this season and became the third most prolific passer in the squad.

Nico Paz

A product of the famed “La Fábrica” youth academy, Nico Paz possesses high potential. Real Madrid would reportedly need to pay around nine million euros to bring him back from Como, where he has found consistency and a starring role.

The Argentine's left foot is highly skilled so much so that Lionel Messi praised him, saying: “Nico Paz has incredible quality and understands the game perfectly.” The big question is whether Nico would accept a substitute role or be ready to shoulder the pressure of playing for Los Merengues.

Franco Mastantuono

At just 17, Franco Mastantuono represents a long-term bet among Argentine prospects. A versatile midfielder, he excels in driving forward at pace and operating effectively in tight spaces. The concern for Real Madrid is that Franco appears to be more of a future investment than an immediate solution.

In addition to these three, Real Madrid is also tracking other midfield options such as Rodri, Vitinha, Tijjani Reijnders, Hugo Larsson, and Angelo Stiller. However, final decisions will likely wait until Xabi Alonso officially takes over to help shape the club’s new midfield.