Toni Kroos to join Real Madrid academy post-retirement

German national team star Toni Kroos has revealed plans to join the Real Madrid FC academy following his retirement from professional football, Report informs.

In a recent interview with Kicker, the 34-year-old midfielder expressed his desire to contribute to the training and development of young talents at the Spanish club’s esteemed academy.

Kroos, who has been a pivotal figure at Real Madrid since 2014, also confirmed his intention to retire after the upcoming European Championship hosted by Germany.