Orphans of Karim Benzema, Real Madrid supporters expected to see heavy arrivals at the forefront of their attack with a view to compensating for the departure of their number 1 offensive asset. Despite the numerous rumors surrounding a possible arrival of Kylian Mbappé in the Spanish capital, it was ultimately Joselu who was transferred to the Merengues this summer. But to the extent that the Spaniard is the only professional number 9 within the Madrid squad, Carlo Ancelotti finds himself obliged to regularly review his tactical choices and place players like Rodrygo in this position. A decision which is not to the taste of the main party concerned.
Questioned on this subject by the Auriverde press, the Brazilian winger sent a message to his coach at Real Madrid on the sidelines of the clash against Uruguay counting for the qualifiers for the next World Cup, on October 18. “It is always important to be able to perform various functions. I have always made it clear that I have the ability to play on the wings, I just don’t like playing as a 9, even though at my club I have to. Here in the national team I can move all over the pitch, which has helped my game. It’s important to be able to do all these jobs because it increases your chances of not being substituted. It’s fundamental for me”said the Madrilenian, comments reported by Ace.
