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Ancelotti lets go and launches a big rant for Mbappé!
After difficult weeks for Kylian Mbappé, marked by his absence during the France team gathering, the Madrid striker is ready to make his return to the field this weekend. Carlo Ancelotti spoke in detail about his state of health.
Kylian Mbappé is finally preparing to put himself back in the spotlight on the pitch. His absence during the Blues rally sparked numerous comments during the international break, fueling questions about the Madrid player's mental state. Going through a difficult period, Real Madrid's number nine has remained silent in front of goal for four matches, in all competitions. Before the trip to Leganès, Carlo Ancelotti took the time to answer in detail questions concerning the French striker.
Italian technician Carlo Ancelotti wanted to reassure Kylian Mbappé's physical condition: “He was able to train well, his condition has improved. I hope he can show all his qualities, which are numerous. Kylian never asked me for a specific position on the field. Everyone wants to be in the eleven, but positions can change depending on match situations,” he declared this Saturday at a press conference.
Ancelotti supports Mbappé
Also supporting the striker mentally, Ancelotti added: “ I see him happy, calm, peaceful. It doesn't seem to me that he has any mental problems. These speculations seem exaggerated to me. Slumps happen to all great strikers, but they always pass in the end. I see him motivated, happy to be with his teammates. The series will end sooner or later. He will have a great match, that's for sure. »
With eight goals in 16 games this season for Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappé is eagerly awaited this weekend, especially after his absence with the France team. In addition to his individual form, he will have to be decisive to help the Merengues win and stay in the title race, close to the Barcelona leader. Ancelotti, for his part, is full of praise to give him confidence: “His quality is enormous. It's not up to me to teach him how to play as a striker, it's up to him to teach me. » A statement which will not fail to touch the attacker.