With winter upon us, Real Madrid's coach Carlo Ancelotti is under the microscope, as President Florentino Perez points to him as the primary reason for the team's underwhelming results.
Alfredo Matilla from Relevo has detailed the growing discontent within the club, as Perez calls for immediate action to turn things around. Although not directly confronting Ancelotti, Perez has made his expectations clear through various means.
The Real Madrid President is at a loss to explain the team's poor form and attitude, particularly after their defeat to Lille and the revelation that Dortmund outran them by 11km in a Champions League match. Perez's frustration is becoming more evident during his visits to the dressing room.
Perez is confident that Ancelotti has the talent at his disposal, with Mbappe, Bellingham, Vinicius Junior, and Rodrygo Goes, to perform better. He believes that Ancelotti should not be benching Rodrygo and that all four can coexist on the field. Ancelotti has privately admitted to Perez that he is still searching for the right solution.
The Directors' Box at Real Madrid is concerned about several issues, including the team's defensive frailties, Bellingham's performance, and the limited playing time for Endrick Felipe and Arda Guler. The management is puzzled by their minimal involvement, especially given their potential, and believe they should be challenging the starters.
The central midfield is a particular point of concern. Tchouameni's form has not impressed, and it's likely he will be spending more time on the bench. Modric's role is also questioned, with the belief that Bellingham and Camavinga should be more central.
Perez favors Camavinga but is disappointed with his struggles in the midfield and his occasional deployment as a left-back, which he sees as a misuse of talent. Meanwhile, those close to Perez suggest that Tchouameni's struggles are a result of the tactics, not his ability.
The consensus in the club's top offices is that this is the strongest Real Madrid squad in history, making their current performances unacceptable. Ancelotti is charged with improving the team, including integrating Rodrygo, Bellingham, Mbappe, and Vinicius.
This report underscores that Ancelotti faces not only on-field challenges but also pressure from the club's hierarchy. Known for his ability to navigate pressure at Real Madrid, Ancelotti has weathered tough moments before, but the current demands leave him with limited room for error.
