Ancelotti to consider utilising Mbappe in favoured position against Leganes

So far this season, Kylian Mbappé has been deployed as a striker by Carlo Ancelotti, with Vinicius Junior the undisputed starter on the left wing. That will remain the case over the weeks and months, although the former could fulfill his wish to play in his natural position for Sunday's match against Leganes.

According to Relevo, Ancelotti is considering leaving Vinicius Junior out of his starting line-up for the Madrid derby – the 23-year-old having played 90 minutes in both of Brazil's 2026 World Cup qualifiers, so it would be a good idea for him to rest ahead of Wednesday's Champions League showdown against Liverpool.

During the international break, Mbappé was tested as a left winger by Ancelotti. If he plays there against Leganes, it remains to be seen who will start as central striker for Real Madrid. Of the players available, the most likely would be Jude Bellingham as he can play the false nine role he did so well last time. season.