Toni Kroos turned his back on Bayern Munich after being told he wasn't world class

Toni Kroos left Bayern Munich for Real Madrid in 2014 for around £26million and has since established himself as one of the world’s best midfielders.

The Germany international has been an ever-present at the Bernabeu since his switch, winning one La Liga and two Champions League titles.

His departure is one of contention for many Bayern fans who feel the club should have broke the bank to keep the 27-year-old.

However, Kroos’ good friend and former Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Stefan Reinartz has claimed his departure was not entirely about money.