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Mallorca manager highlights Real Madrid’s weakness: ‘We will approach it with…’
Martin Demichelis is already facing a defining moment early into his tenure at Mallorca, with a daunting clash against Real Madrid coming at a critical stage of the season.
Having only recently taken charge, Demichelis finds himself under immediate pressure as Mallorca continue their fight to avoid relegation.
Despite the magnitude of the challenge, the Argentine coach made it clear that belief within the squad remains intact.
Reflecting on the team’s mentality ahead of the game, he said, “alive, eager to bring joy to their fans.”
Facing Real Madrid
The Mallorca boss also addressed the complexities surrounding the timing of the fixture, particularly with the international break affecting squad availability and fitness levels.
When asked whether facing Real Madrid at this point offers any advantage, he avoided giving a direct answer but highlighted the physical toll on his players.
“With all due respect to Real Madrid, we have five players away this week and a half for their respective national teams.
“Between the fatigue of those 13 players, playing on Tuesday against a top Champions League side, and the international players being worn out by travel and matches, we will approach it with all the respect Madrid deserves.
“But we’re going to focus exclusively on ourselves,” he said.
Arbeloa wary too
On the other side, Alvaro Arbeloa is fully aware that this will be far from a routine fixture for Real Madrid.
With Mallorca fighting for survival, the intensity of the contest is expected to be significantly higher than usual.
“We’re already aware of the demands of tomorrow’s match, because Mallorca needs the points just as much as we do.
“We’re ready. It’s never easy to play away from home after a break. There are nine finals left, and tomorrow is the first one,” said the Real Madrid manager.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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Manchester United launch final push to sign Real Madrid outcast; club resists permanent exit
Manchester United are stepping up their pursuit of Endrick as the Brazilian forward’s future at Real Madrid becomes increasingly uncertain, with a potential January loan move emerging as a solution to his lack of regular playing time.
According to Bernabeu Digital, Manchester United are making a final push to convince the 19-year-old to join them.
However, negotiations could prove complicated because the Premier League club is interested in including a purchase option in the deal, while Real Madrid are not currently planning to give up permanent control of the striker.
Endrick’s limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season have opened the door to a temporary departure, with AC Milan and Tottenham also emerging as potential destinations.
Why Manchester United want Endrick?
Manchester United are looking for greater attacking productivity and believe Endrick could provide a different dimension to their forward line.
The Premier League club has also been linked with the Brazilian in the past, as they assess options to improve their goalscoring output after a poor start to the season.
Notably, his situation at Real Madrid makes a move more plausible, as Endrick has struggled to secure consistent minutes, and the club is considering a loan that would give him the chance to play regularly.
However, United’s preferred terms could become the biggest obstacle.
The English side reportedly wants the option to buy Endrick at the end of the loan, potentially giving them a route to a permanent transfer if he impresses.
Real Madrid reject permanent Endrick exit
Real Madrid’s preference is understood to be a straightforward loan without a purchase option.
The club want Endrick to gain experience elsewhere before returning to compete for a place in the squad, rather than risk losing a young forward they have invested in for the future.
His previous loan spell at Lyon provides a possible model for another temporary move, although any agreement would depend on the terms offered and the player’s own preferences.
Manchester United are prepared to make an attractive financial proposal in an effort to secure his arrival, but money alone may not resolve the disagreement if Real Madrid remain unwilling to include a purchase clause.
