Ancelotti: There is no problem with Rodrygo, and returning to the Bernabeu is important

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti appeared in a press conference, to talk about Sunday’s confrontation against Real Valladolid, in the second round of the Spanish League.

The coach said: “ It is always important to play at the Santiago Bernabéu and in front of our fans. We want to come back and show a good image, win the match and make the fans happy.”

He added: “We are preparing well for Sunday’s match, we understand Well, what happened against Real Mallorca, and we tried to fix it this week against Real Valladolid. It will be a good test for us.”

He continued: “Against Mallorca, we lacked balance at times. We have to work on that. It is not difficult to find a solution when the problem is clear.”

Regarding Rodrigo’s WhatsApp message: “I spoke to him this week and asked him if something happened. He told me the message was fake. He is happy here and doing very well. There is no problem with him.”

He stressed: “Is not signing a defender a risk? We already have the elements, the young people we have are very good, like Asensio, and there is also Tchoumini who can play in this position.”

He noted: “We all know the quality that he has.” In it, Rodrygo, against Atalanta and Mallorca, he performed well. With this very defensive team, the attackers have to work harder and he is performing at a good level.”

And he continued: “With Vinicius We played a little more on the left wing, because of the quality he has. Also with Benzema and Bellingham, things have gone very well, and now I don't have to tell them that we will play on the other side.”

He continued: “Against Real Valladolid, a beautiful day.” Very important for Mbappe, as he will play for the first time at the Santiago Bernabeu with a Real Madrid shirt. The fans will enjoy it.”

He concluded: “Indrik is in very good condition, as is the case with the others. He is coping very well. He has impressive qualities and will get the minutes he deserves given the competition in this team.”