Youri Tielemans is considered a perfect successor for Toni Kroos at Real Madrid, who retired from professional football. This potential transfer is discussed as a significant move for Tielemans to step up to the absolute world top. Filip Joos and Frank Boeckx discussed his potential move to Real Madrid, highlighting his suitability as a replacement for Kroos, given his current form and skills.

Filip Joos mentioned in the podcast 90 Minutes that Youri Tielemans deserves a top transfer and would fit well at a club like Real Madrid. He also compared Tielemans favorably to Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona.