A new season is about to begin and the maestro has already left.

Real Madrid were expected to splash out big money to fill the void left by Cristiano Ronaldo but didn't do so. New manager Julen Lopetegui might expect Marco Asensio to get into Ronaldo's boots.

Toni Kroos and Luka Modric are among the untouchables of the squad, so the former Spain boss might bench Casemiro to bring in his one of the most reliable talents, Isco. Sergio Ramos will pair up with World Cup winner Raphael Varane at the heart of the defense and Thibaut Courtois can be the man guarding the post.

Keeping all that in mind, here is how Real Madrid might line up for the upcoming 2018-2019 season.

Goalkeeper

Thibaut Courtois is on the verge of signing for Real Madrid, with Chelsea already eyeing Jack Butland as his replacement, according to reports from Sky Sports. The former Atletico Madrid keeper has his family in Madrid and has said in public that his heart is in Madrid.

If he joins, Courtois will be the first choice keeper over Keylor Navas. Courtois became a top priority for Madrid after they failed to lure David De Gea from the Red Devils.

Thibout Courtois. (goalkeeper) 

Left Back

Marcelo, the Brazilian skipper, will start at the left back position for the Galacticos. He has been linked with a move to Juventus which would have allowed him to join his former superstar teammate Ronaldo in Italy. But with Alex Sandro not leaving the Italian champions this summer, Marcelo will likely have to stay with Real Madrid.

Marcelo is known for his key passes and runs on the left flank. He is undoubtedly one of the best-attacking full-backs Los Blancos have ever had.

Marcelo. Key pass expert. 

Left Center Back

Sergio Ramos, the Spanish leader of Real Madrid, is one of the untouchables in the team. Ramos was a regular starter under the former Spanish boss who would start him at the center back position.

The 32-year old Spaniard took an early exit from the World Cup but played an important role in Real Madrid's title defense of the Champions League. 

The center-back is known for his aggressive behavior on the pitch and of course, for the deadly headers which we never expect him to miss.

Serigo Ramos. 

Right Center Back

Raphael Varane, the World Cup winner from France, booked his place for the season by winning the most delightful competition on the planet. He was a regular starter in Russia  and was a big factor in his team's win.

The 25-year-old is said to be one of the best in his position. Varane is known for his speed despite being a center back.

Raphel varane. Know for speed. 

Right Back

Dani Carvajal, the first choice right back last season, injured his right hamstring in last year's Champions League final against Liverpool and left the field in tears.

Carvajal is fit now and will start as the right back for Los Blancos this season as he used to under the former coach. He is also the first choice of the new manager, who is Carvajal's former Spanish boss.

Central Defensive Midfielder

Toni Kroos went home early from the World Cup as the former world champions got knocked out in the group stage. But that won't stop him from performing well domestically this season.

Kroos has the qualities to play as defensive mid given his ability to tackle the ball occasionally. He is like a sharpshooter with the ball at his feet. Kroos completed 628 passes in last year's Champions League with a passing accuracy of 95%.

Toni kroos. The sharpshooter with ball under foot. 

Right Central Midfielder

Luka Modric is probably the best player Los Blancos currently have in stock. The Croatian made it to the World Cup final and won the Golden Ball by scoring two goals and providing one assist in seven games.

Modric is a complete package of dribbling, passing and shooting.

Luke modric. 

Left Central Midfielder

Isco was the new manager's favorite in the Spanish squad and will now definitely start for the Los Blancos.

Isco is known for his fine dribbling skills across the pitch. He scored 6 goals and created 45 chances in 28 appearances in last year's La Liga. 

Striker

Karim Benzema is all set to be the sole main striker for Real Madrid. Though the 30-year-old Frenchman wasn't invited to be part of the 2018 World Cup, he has put up a consistent display the last few years.

Karim benzema. 

Right Winger

Gareth Bale has a chance to become the new face of Real Madrid after the departure of Ronaldo. Bale is known for his speed and long shots, but he would requirefinishing and positioning if he is to replace the great Ronaldo.

Gareth bale

Left Winger

Marco Asensio will be pairing up with Bale to fill the spot left by Ronaldo since one man will not be able to do so - unless Real Madrid make a big money signing for the likes of Kylian Mbappe or Eden Hazard.

Asensio has massive speed and exceptional finishing qualities, but he can't bear the sole responsibility of replacing the great Galactico. 

Marco Asensio

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