“Carvajal’s injury has affected us,” Ancelotti said in his recent press conference. The Italian coach made it clear that injuries have meant that the team hasn't been able to replace players like Kroos and Nacho. He praised the Spanish full-back for his leadership ability and his great level before the injury.
However, the coach also revealed the team's solution to this important problem. "Young players have to take on more responsibility and leadership and little by little they are assuming it." In addition to this, Ancelotti made it clear that leadership is built every day, asking for patience from the team's youngsters.
Real Madrid's lineup against Athletic Club. | RealMadridConfidencial
The problem and the solution
Since the start of this season, Real Madrid have been plagued by injuries. Starting with Camavinga, who is injured again, the squad is missing six players. A situation that has hampered the progress of those affected and has changed the dynamics of the team.
Despite the criticism he has received for recent results, Ancelotti clarified that part of the blame for this has been the injuries . With fewer and fewer players, the coach finds it more difficult to find a replacement. However, he hasn't wanted to make excuses for this and has given a solution.
Players like Bellingham and Valverde have already shown signs of leadership for quite some time. However, Ancelotti knows that they need time to become the leaders of the squad in the near future . With their legends retiring, Real Madrid are preparing new leaders.
Real Madrid players celebrating a goal. | RealMadridConfidencial
The merengue leaders
After this press conference, both Ancelotti and the team are preparing for their next match against Girona. Although the Catalan team is not the same as last season, Real Madrid knows that they can't be complacent.
Needing to improve their results, Ancelotti is confident that the younger players will step up soon . Despite the patience that has been shown with them, the current situation of the club merits the emergence of new leaders.
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