Casemiro has paid tribute to Real Madrid teammate Toni Kroos.

The Brazilian was complimentary about his team mate when he contributed to a new documentary about the German player, and explained what makes Kroos "one of the most important players" in the Real Madrid side.

“He's one of the most important players in the team because he sets the rhythm the team plays at in the way he manages the ball," Casemiro said.

"If Toni wants the team to slow things down, the team will go a little slower – or if he wants to up the pace, the team will play a little faster. So basically, the way we play is determined by Toni Kroos".