Real Madrid eyes Angelo Stiller, but a stubborn Stuttgart clause slams the door shut—forcing Los Blancos to wait until 2026.

Real Madrid remain keen on signing Angelo Stiller from Stuttgart. The 24-year-old midfielder fits the profile Los Blancos want for their midfield after Toni Kroos. Xabi Alonso has helped push Stiller’s name to the top of Madrid’s list.

Stiller has impressed in the Bundesliga and grown in value. He is seen as a calm organiser who can control the pace from deep, exactly what Real Madrid need.

According to SPORT, there is a complication. Stiller has a release clause of €36.5 million, but it only applies from 2026. Until then, Stuttgart can block offers by paying €2 million to the player and cancelling the clause. This means clubs must negotiate a new fee.

Liverpool, Ajax and West Ham are also interested. Stuttgart could benefit from a bidding war but are in no rush to sell. Stiller’s contract runs until 2028, and the club want a good price.

Though Stiller wants to join Real Madrid, the deal is not certain. Stuttgart want to avoid paying too much and see the player’s commitment as a key factor in the talks.