The last few days have been simply historic at Real Madrid. Not that the White House is not used to winning the Champions League, but their fifteenth coronation in the competition, which occurred on Saturday, followed by the signing of Kylian Mbappé on Monday, is enough to make more than one club fantasize . In this sense, the Merengues will give a very special welcome to the Bondynois. In addition to a presentation in front of a Santiago-Bernabéu which risks being armored at the end of the Euro in Germany, the latter should also be the spearhead of the gleaming Madrid attack in the coming seasons. In this sense, the tactical puzzle has already started for Carlo Ancelotti.
Toni Kroos’ retirement opens door for Galactics 2.0
Indeed, the tactical choices of the Italian technician following the arrival of his future number 9 raise questions. Having been on many minds for several months now, this question inevitably comes back to the headlines following the officialization of the arrival of the 25-year-old player. At the top of his form and author of 44 goals in 48 games in a season classified as poor on his part, the Frenchman inevitably starts in the shoes of a starter. Therefore, relying on a team already perfectly oiled, we have to know who will pay the price for the brilliant arrival of the Bondynois. And to this question, several possible answers and none that completely please…
One of the only gateways to seeing all the stars on the meadow lies at Toni Kroos’ retreat. Relying on the departure of the German, Carlo Ancelotti could then align a 4-3-3 worthy of the club’s greatest hours with an offensive trident Vinicius-Mbappé-Rodrygo. In this scheme, Jude Bellingham would regain his status as a midfielder which was his at Borussia Dortmund. If the need is to move the Englishman higher up the pitch, Ancelotti could opt for a 4-2-3-1 with Jude Bellingham in the playmaker position behind Kylian Mbappé and surrounded by the two Brazilian geniuses on the sides. In these two schemes, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni risk seeing their playing time be reduced.
Rodrygo uncertainty or Endrick surprise
In this sense, the 64-year-old Italian technician could prefer the stability of his midfield to the possibility of a fiery attack. In this sense, Rodrygo could pay the price for the arrival of Kylian Mbappé. Obviously very satisfied with this news, the young 23-year-old winger, still the author of a remarkable season, seems to be the potential fuse in attack as Vinicius and Jude Bellingham seem unstoppable. Playing in a 4-4-2 diamond this year, Rodrygo took his place in the two-man attack with his compatriot. In this plan for next season, it is Kylian Mbappé who should then take his place.
And even in other devices which give pride of place to the presence of three midfielders, it seems difficult to see the number 11 in the Real Madrid team as also confirmed A.S. in today’s edition. But now, having demonstrated his ability to align the stars during the BBC era, Ancelotti may well align Vinicius, Mbappé, Bellingham and Rodrygo on the field next year in addition to an XXL midfielder. Without forgetting the possible advent of Endrick. Only 18 years old, the ex-Palmeiras striker could, in the event of a sensational debut, have a chance to play. Already a starter with Brazil, the young striker is already thunderous and high hopes are placed on him in the Iberian capital. Add Luka Modric, Arda Güler, Joselu, Brahim Diaz or even Dani Ceballos to all these potential starters and you get the best squad in the world. We admit, the problem of the former PSG coach is indeed a headache that many coaches would like to suffer from…
