the locker room can't take any more Carlo Ancelotti

Real Madrid is considered by many to be the best club in the world. Despite this status, the team chaired by Florentino Pérez has not escaped the crisis. This season, the residents of the Santiago-Bernabéu stadium are experiencing a series of turbulences both on the pitch and internally. During the first part of the 2024-25 financial year, the poor results of the Madrid team as well as the proposed game caused ink to flow. The cases of Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo, Jude Bellingham, Aurélien Tchouameni and many others also fueled the discussions. While we thought this crisis was temporary, it is still relevant since the defeat this weekend against FC Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup.

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Since the 5-2 loss against the Culés, the Spanish press has multiplied articles to name the culprits. This Tuesday, it's the turn of Relief to point the finger at Casa Blanca. Thus, the Iberian media evokes the tensions which reign behind the scenes, in particular around the Carlo Ancelotti case. Under contract until June 2026, the Mister is, a priori, not worried. This, even if the name of Santiago Solari is mentioned to replace him in the event of premature departure. Despite the confidence of Real Madrid and its leaders, Ancelotti is no longer unanimous. Relief explains that he is fully aware that there are several senior members of the club who are not fans of his way of working.

Ancelotti is singled out by several players

They point in particular to the lack of young players in the professional group or the fact that it repositions certain players in other positions. But the former PSG coach, who will follow through on his ideas, is trying to reverse the trend, with the help of his technical staff and some executives from his team. But within the Madrid locker room, Ancelotti is no longer unanimous either. Relief reveals that some players are annoyed by the coach. Their decisions are not always understood and appreciated. In addition, some people believe that he does not show enough character to some while he reproaches others. The Spanish publication adds that he also apologized to the players he scolded in front of others. A sign that he is more nervous and preoccupied than usual, looking for solutions.

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He will also discuss it with his leaders, including Florentino Pérez, assures Mark. Indeed, a meeting is planned to discuss the crisis and the transfer window. If the arrival of a central defender is not planned despite the club's needs, Real Madrid believes that recruiting a right back is urgent. Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool) is still the priority. The subject of the transfer window is also tensing the club. Relief explains that many do not understand why Florentino Pérez does not accelerate the recruitment of one or more players. The Madrid boss is not spared. The supporters, like some at the club, accuse him of “not getting involved in the Olmo case, his friendship with Laporta, the laughter with Lewandowski after the Super Cup defeat and other attitudes.” The fire spread to all floors of Casa Blanca.