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La Liga defender does not regret leaving Real Madrid, not thinking about a return
A cradle of raw talent, Real Madrid’s academy, La Fabrica, continues to churn out several young talents with bright futures.
However, the competition within the first team is often fierce, and playtime for aspiring players tends to be scarce.
As such, many homegrown players seek to venture out and spread their wings, most typically in La Liga.
One of the players who left Madrid in search of more opportunities is Miguel Gutierrez, who currently plies his trade for Girona.
Not thinking about a return
The left-back was questioned about the possibility of him returning to the Spanish capital, considering the Merengues maintain 50% of his rights.
Downplaying any future hypotheticals, Gutierrez showcased his contentment with Girona, shedding light on their excellent results as of late, saying:
“I don’t like to talk about the future because in football there are never any plans. I focus on the day-to-day, I’m happy at Girona, the group is spectacular and I only think about working with this team, to have a great year and we have a good squad to achieve it.”
No regrets over exit
While Gutierrez spent his time honing his skills in Madrid, his decision to leave his parent club and take his talents to Girona has worked out fairly well.
When asked if he regretted the decision to leave Real Madrid, the Spaniard responded with a no, as he said:
“No. I was playing in Primera RFEF with Castilla. To make the jump to La Liga is not easy and to have minutes, to play a lot of matches is complicated.
“It couldn’t have turned out better, I’ve landed in a place where the team has supported me, a coaching staff that understands my characteristics and style of play and I try to give them that. It’s impossible to regret it and it couldn’t have gone better.”
Source: MARCA
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
