According to reports, Real Madrid views Mac Allister as a player capable of filling the void left by Modric, valuing his technical assurance, tactical intelligence, and calm under pressure. The club has been searching for a midfielder since the departures of Modric, Toni Kroos and Sergio Ramos.
While Madrid has assessed other options like Rodri, Enzo Fernandez, and Moises Caicedo, Mac Allister is said to offer the temperament they associate with their legendary midfielder.