Ancelotti Reveals Valverde's Status Ahead of Champions League Clash with Atletico
Kenley Ward
Dailysports's expert
Real Madrid's key central midfielder Federico Valverde, who has recently been deployed by Carlo Ancelotti on the right in defense, has been sidelined due to injury. The head coach of the Madrid team has disclosed information about the Uruguayan's condition ahead of the Champions League Round of 16 match against Atletico.
Details: According to Ancelotti, Valverde has been training with the main group, but a decision on his participation in the match has yet to be made.
Quote:
"Fede Valverde trained with the team today, but we will decide later if he is ready to play tomorrow.
Lucas Vazquez will start if Valverde cannot play."
Reminder: Atletico midfielder Rodrigo De Paul highlighted the absence of Jude Bellingham from Real's lineup as a significant factor.