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Kroos denies reports of deal with Real Madrid

The 24-year-old is currently in Brazil where he is preparing for Germany's quarter-final with France on Friday.

Speculation has mounted that the midfielder had agreed to leave German champions Bayern Munich to join UEFA Champions League winners Real Madrid in a €25million deal.

He said: "A week ago I told the media that I would decide my future after the World Cup.

"I cannot comment on each item that comes out in the press. 

"After the World Cup ends, I will take my decision, but that's not going to happen in the tournament."

"We know they [France] have a strong midfield," he added. "But if all of us deliver I believe we are the better team.

"He [Neuer] is the 11th outfield player, that is how we describe him."