Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has decided on what he believes will be his best team for the future. Los Blancos have spent the first six months of the season tinkering with finding the right system, and now it appears the Italian has an XI in mind.
As we enter 2025, one of the key factors will be the return of Eduardo Camavinga, who has seen his status elevated to untouchable – alongside Jude Bellingham and Fede Valverde in the center of the pitch. Bellingham starts behind the front three of Rodrygo Goes, Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior in a loose 4-2-3-1, allowing the Englishman to continue attacking the box.
While in terms of personnel the only significant change is that Camavinga now has a place for Aurelien Tchouameni, it now appears that Vinicius, Mbappe and Rodrygo are fully fit and in form. Especially with Rodrygo, who Ancelotti promised to stay on the sidelines as desired by the club's hierarchy.
Tchouameni retains Ancelotti's confidence, says Relevo, and will start him where possible, but it appears that will be largely in defense, with doubts about him from others.
He is backed by Ancelotti as the man who will set the tone for Real Madrid's midfield following the departure of Toni Kroos, but there are rumors the club are considering a sale for him next summer. Tchouameni has struggled with injuries and inconsistencies since arriving at the club 2.5 years ago, but has not developed as many had hoped.
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