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Ancelotti has regained Real Madrid’s confidence after Barcelona, Chelsea wins, will continue next season
Carlo Ancelotti’s future was a hot topic at Real Madrid not long ago, with many expecting the Italian to be sacked at the end of the season. There were also links with the Brazilian national team.
However, the situation has changed drastically and it appears Real Madrid are now convinced of Ancelotti, who looks likely to continue as the head coach beyond the summer, reports Sergio Santos.
The Spanish journalist suggests Real Madrid had informed Ancelotti that his services could be renewed if the club can beat Barcelona and Chelsea. He has passed both tests quite comfortably, which has renewed the faith in the Italian, as far as the club’s hierarchy is concerned.
The situation turned drastically especially after Real Madrid’s 4-0 victory over Barcelona in the semifinal of Copa Del Rey. The result allowed them to reach the final of the cup, with Los Blancos set to lock horns with Osasuna in the final.
Madrid’s astounding victory over Barcelona was followed by an equally impressive 4-0 aggregate win over Chelsea in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal.
After the two results, Real Madrid are convinced that Ancelotti is the right man for the job. The Italian’s place as the head coach of the club will be guaranteed no matter what happens from this point.
However, Ancelotti would still look to secure his future by guiding Real Madrid to their second successive Champions League title. They also stand a chance to secure the Copa Del Rey – a trophy that has historically eluded the club.
In any case, Ancelotti’s continuity could be strategically crucial for Real Madrid as they look to prepare for the season ahead. The Italian hasn’t been backed well in the market over the past couple of transfer windows, so it will be interesting to whether the scenario changes in the coming summer.
In what will come as a pleasing development for fans, Fabrizio Romano reports that Real Madrid forward Rodrygo could make a comeback from his injury earlier than expected.
The 25-year-old Brazilian international has been out of action since March after suffering an ACL injury during a La Liga game against Getafe.
Due to the complete rupture of the ACL, coupled with associated meniscus damage, it was suggested that the attacker was staring at a lengthy time out on the sidelines and might not return until 2027.
In fact, the forward’s father, Eric Goes, recently stated in an interview that the Real Madrid ace could be back in February next year, just before the business end of the campaign.
Rodrygo could be back in December
However, as per the update from Romano, Rodrygo’s comeback could happen well before that expected date.
Indeed, if things continue to progress at the current rate, the 25-year-old attacker might return to action in December or by January 2027 at the latest.
This will come as a welcome boost for Jose Mourinho & co., considering that Rodrygo is a valuable player for the team.
Even though he had endured a tough spell prior to his form, the Brazilian’s versatility, work rate off the ball, and eye for a goal make him an asset.
Rodrygo eager to be back at his best
The update from Romano further states that Rodrygo feels very grateful to Real Madrid for all the help and support they have given him during this difficult phase of his career.
As such, the Brazilian international has made it a mission to return to action in the best shape possible and make an impact from the get-go.
The attacker has only recently begun working on the pitch with the ball indicating the significant progress he has made on the road to recovery.
And, if there are no setbacks, Real Madrid could recover one of their ace attackers before the end of the current year.
So far in his career, Rodrygo has made 297 appearances for Real Madrid, scoring 71 goals. He has a contract with the club until 2028.
