Carlo Ancelotti ready to change Real Madrid’s formation | OneFootball

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti is ready to shake up his XI, by way of a formation change over the weeks ahead.

That’s according to Marca, who point towards as much as being readied owing to what has been something of a hit-and-miss opening to the campaign in Spain’s capital.

Real Madrid, thus far, have managed five wins and two draws across their seven outings across all competitions.

Whilst as much, on paper, looks a solid return, however, concerns have long been present when it comes to the nature of Los Blancos’ performances.

Even on their way to a 3-1 victory over Stuttgart in the club’s Champions League opener on Tuesday, the Spanish champions regularly found themselves pinned back, played through between the lines far too easily.

In turn, it should perhaps not come as much of a surprise to hear of the coaching staff at Valdebebas preparing a change.

As per Marca:

‘Carlo Ancelotti’s first conclusion is that he needs to look at playing with four midfielders, in an attempt to achieve the balance that is lacking.’

The Italian tactician, in the most ‘demanding’ fixtures, is ready to return to a 4-4-2 setup, to introduce some added solidity in the middle of the park.

As much will mean one of Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr. and Rodrygo dropping to the bench, with Jude Bellingham pushed into the no.10 spot in which he enjoyed such success last season.

It is concluded that the switch-up will be implemented ‘soon’, albeit not in every game, but chiefly the most physically taxing fixtures away from home.

Conor Laird | GSFN