To your CVs. If Real Madrid initially hoped to grit their teeth while waiting for the return of some of their executives, the noose seems to be tightening for Carlo Ancelotti. The Italian, forced to play Aurélien Tchouaméni in central defense – a position he does not like -, for lack of anything better since David Alaba’s serious injury, will not be able to tinker indefinitely. So, the Merengues will have to find a solution, and it should happen through the winter transfer window.
Marca explains that the recent suspension of Nacho Fernandez (Thursday against Alavés, 0-1) is undoubtedly the straw that broke an already full vase. Antonio Rüdiger is one of the only, if not the only, professional central defenders. Little, too little for a club like Real Madrid which has great ambitions. Juni Calafat will have to be inspired to offer reinforcement that Florentino Perez will like. A recruit is now inevitable, but it will probably not be Raphaël Varane, not considered at all, nor Rafa Marín, performing well at Alavés. The Madrid club must act quickly because time is running out at the rear.
