David Alaba has just given his coach another cold shower. Real Madrid's defensive situation continues to get more complicated, especially after the delay in David Alaba's recovery was revealed. Carlo Ancelotti is aware of the problems this entails and has decided to speak to Florentino Pérez.
The aim is to request defensive reinforcements in January, even if it's done through a loan, until the end of the season. Ancelotti had hoped that Alaba could return in October. However, it now seems that his return will be delayed until the first quarter of 2025, which means a major blow for the team.
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David Alaba Forces Carlo Ancelotti to Take Action
The plague of injuries at Valdebebas has been ruthless. In addition to Alaba's long-term absence, Dani Carvajal is also out of action. The muscular problems of other defenders have further enlarges the team's defensive problems.
Ancelotti only has two reliable center-backs: Rüdiger and Militão. And, of course, it is an unsustainable situation for the Italian coach, who faces a season with many competitions and urgently needs reinforcements.
Alaba's injury, suffered in December 2023, has turned out to be much more complex than expected. The Austrian soccer player suffered from a torn anterior cruciate ligament and a meniscus injury in his left leg. It was during a league match against Villarreal. Since then, he has taken a backseat.
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Everything seemed to suggest that he could return in November, as his physical condition has improved in recent weeks. However, there are still months to go before he can return to top form.
Alaba's absence has been a hard blow for the team, as he is a key piece in Ancelotti's defensive scheme. His absence, along with that of Carvajal, has left the Italian coach with very few defensive options. This has led to the need to reinforce the defense in January.
Although the club hadn't planned to make any moves in the winter transfer market, circumstances have changed. Now Ancelotti is pushing for the arrival of a center-back or a versatile player. Madrid wants Arnold in the summer and for free, but Ancelotti cannot wait.
The original plan was for Alaba to return in October, but with the new delay in his recovery, Real Madrid is forced to look for immediate solutions. The need for a defensive transfer is obvious, and Ancelotti has already made it clear that he is crucial to keep the team competitive in all competitions.
