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Asencio Confirms Davide Ancelotti's Plan, Something is Changing in Madrid's Youth Academy

Davide Ancelotti launches his youth plan thanks to the emergence of Raúl Asencio

In recent weeks, Raúl Asencio has been the big change in the Real Madrid team. Militão's injury meant he made his debut with the first team in the match against Osasuna. And he has now become a full-fledged part of Ancelotti's team.

It is true that Tchouaméni's return led to the decision to return to the starting line-up against Girona and Atalanta. However, Asencio is expected to return to the starting line-up in the next few games. Something has changed at Real Madrid thanks to Davide Ancelotti's plan.

Two men wearing Real Madrid winter gear chat on a soccer field.
Carlo and Davide Ancelotti talking | Real Madrid Confidencial

Raúl Asencio is already one more, but last Saturday in Montilivi it was Dani Yáñez who made his debut. And against Rayo, the forward Víctor Muñoz will be waiting on the bench , having been drafted for the first time. Also on hand are the full-backs Lorenzo and Yusi and the usual third goalkeeper, Sergio Mestre .

It has been a common trend this season that Carletto is looking more toward the youth team. And the culprit is Davide Ancelotti, who is one of the biggest supporters of his father betting on La Fábrica. He is starting to be convinced after seeing Asencio's results.

Opportunities That are Beginning to Inspire in Valdebebas

One of the main criticisms of Ancelotti in recent years is the lack of investment he has made in the youth system. The departure of players such as Sergio Arribas, Mario Martín and Nico Paz didn't please the Madrid fans. But with Raúl Asencio there has been a very important change of direction.

Two soccer players hug each other on the field after a match.
Rüdiger hugging Raúl Asencio | Real Madrid Confidencial

Castilla's youth players are starting to see how hard work can pay off and it is becoming more and more common. But not only that, but also from the Juvenil A team you can make the jump. The great Youth League that is being carried out allowed Dani Yáñez to play a few minutes against Girona.

That's why Valdebebas is even more excited about what could happen. Especially looking ahead to the round of 32 tie against Deportiva Minera in the Cup. There, some of the youth players could once again be involved in the team and in the starting 11.

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