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Report: Three Real Madrid players Carlo Ancelotti wants to get rid of in January
In a significant development reported by Fichajes, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly looking to make some crucial changes to his squad ahead of the January transfer window.
According to the report, the manager is prepared to place three high-profile players on the market: Aurelien Tchouameni, Ferland Mendy, and David Alaba. These players, who have not been able to meet expectations this season, could be nearing the end of their time at the club.
Starting with Tchouameni, the French midfielder was seen as one of the club’s most exciting signings in recent years. However, his adaptation to the high demands of Real Madrid’s midfield has not gone as expected.
Despite Ancelotti’s efforts to provide him with regular playing time, Tchouameni’s performances this season have been inconsistent.
His inability to deliver the required level of consistency has raised doubts about his future at the club. If an attractive offer comes through, Real Madrid could be tempted to let him go.
Then there are Mendy and Alaba
Mendy’s situation is even more pressing. The left-back has struggled to make an impact, and his performances have not lived up to the standards expected at a club like Real Madrid.
With the club reportedly looking for alternative options, including a potential move for Alphonso Davies, Mendy’s future at the club appears uncertain.
Although his defensive contributions have been decent, his lack of effectiveness in attack has not helped his case. With the possibility of a more experienced full-back joining, Mendy might find himself surplus to requirements.
Finally, Alaba’s situation is linked to his recent injury struggles. The Austrian defender has been plagued by a serious injury that he suffered last year which has significantly affecting his ability to contribute to the team.
Alaba was once a key figure in Real Madrid’s defence, but his constant injury setbacks have raised concerns about his physical condition. As a result, the club might look to part ways with him in order to avoid further risks to his long-term fitness.
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Rayo Vallecano manager names the one Real Madrid figure he would remove from the team
Rayo Vallecano face a daunting trip to the Santiago Bernabeu to take on a wounded Real Madrid this weekend.
Life after Inigo Perez has not been kind to the Vallecas-based club, who have already had to travel to Camp Nou and now face a trip to the home of their city giants.
Speaking ahead of the game (h/t Madrid Xtra), Rayo Vallecano manager Benat San Jose was asked which Real Madrid player he would like to remove from the team before this weekend’s game.
Surprisingly, his choice was not Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior or Thibaut Courtois.
“Mourinho”
Asked which Madrid player he would take out of the upcoming contest, Benat jokingly chose the man sitting on the opposition bench.
“Which Real Madrid player I’d remove from the match against them? Mourinho,” Benat said with a laugh.
The answer might have been delivered jokingly, but the Rayo coach immediately made clear just how highly he rates the Portuguese manager.
“He’s one of the best managers in history,” he added.
It is significant praise ahead of Saturday’s meeting at the Bernabeu.
Madrid’s squad contains enough individual quality to give any opposition coach several obvious answers, but Benat instead highlighted the influence Mourinho can have over the entire team.
That has become particularly relevant since the Portuguese coach returned to Madrid. His early work has focused on making a talented group function with greater collective discipline.
Courtois and Madrid’s attack also praised
Benat did not stop with the manager.
“They also have one of the best GKs in history and one of the best attackers in history,” he said.
Benat will definitely have seen how Thibaut Courtois played against Inter Milan in midweek and will hope that version does not turn up again this weekend.
Even when teams manage to create opportunities against Madrid, they still have to beat one of the defining goalkeepers of his generation.
At the opposite end, Madrid possess attacking quality capable of turning a match on its head.
The likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham can all decide matches single-handedly.
Madrid have a point to prove
Madrid are coming off a disappointing loss to Real Betis in La Liga last weekend and will come into this game with a point to prove.
They will want to ensure that the loss to the Andalusian club was a one-off and that they return to winning ways against Rayo.
Their title rivals, Barça, have been flying high in the league, scoring goals and picking opponents apart for fun.
Madrid need to ensure that they do not hand too much early incentive to Barça, and it remains to be seen how Los Blancos fare against Rayo Vallecano.
Cesar
November 10, 2024 at 4:31 pm
Get rid of Militao please!! We did better without him last season. He scores on Corner balls but he does not defend, does not pursue opponents and freezes when losing a ball.