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Real Madrid eyeing changes in the summer after Man City debacle, but Ancelotti’s job safe
Real Madrid have historically seldom faced humiliation. They may not have always won the competitions they participate in, but every exit has usually come with some grace or solace.
Manchester City’s 4-0 destruction of Carlo Ancelotti’s men is thus a big deal. Los Blancos found themselves at the wrong end of a masterclass display and were not just outplayed but embarrassed.
Florentino Perez is understandably fuming at the situation and reportedly did not even talk to any of the players after the match. All signs point to a long-drawn summer transfer window.
According to reports from Mario Cortegana, Carlo Ancelotti’s job is safe but the administration are looking towards changes in June. The objective is to build a strong enough squad to ensure that such a result does not repeat.
Jude Bellingham is close to becoming the club’s first signing ahead of the new campaign. While the English midfielder will go a long way in undoing Real Madrid’s midfield woes that were evident last night, his signing will not be all.
Los Blancos fell short in every part of the field last night, but it is likely that the club will prioritise the signings of a striker and a full-back as their first priority.
Alphonso Davies and Kylian Mbappe are two superstars who have been linked with moves to the club on that front. While their transfers in June looked unlikely so far, there now appears to be a bigger chance.
For his part, Ancelotti is set to stay put at Real Madrid next season and the board do not see the result last night as his failure. In fact, he even addressed the topic of his future in the post-match press conference saying,
“The club president was quite clear 15 days ago. So nobody has any doubt. What the president tells me privately I’m not going to say here.”
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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.
