Neither Lamine Yamal nor Pedri, the Barcelona player who worries Ancelotti before El Clasico: He made Florentino Perez fall in love with him

Hansi Flick’s team began the season strongly, securing 8 wins in their first 9 matches, with only a single loss to Osasuna. Real Madrid is gearing up to face Barcelona in the La Liga Clasico on the 26th at the Santiago Bernabeu, a match that will be crucial for determining league leadership.

According to Spanish newspaper Defensa Central, while the focus is often on the strikers, one of Carlo Ancelotti’s standout players is Brazilian winger Rafinha, who is having a remarkable season with Barcelona. Rafinha was among those offered for sale last summer but chose to stay with the Catalan club to demonstrate his abilities. He has made a strong start this season, playing a vital role in helping Barcelona maintain its position at the top of the La Liga table.

This could explain why Florentino Perez and Ancelotti are so impressed with Rafinha. The Real Madrid president has often mentioned to those close to him that the Barcelona winger has a lot of talent and potential. As the Clasico approaches, Ancelotti will meticulously plan for the match, ensuring that his right-back gets adequate support on that side. Rafinha is anticipated to take on a dual role on the flank, potentially influencing the game significantly.

The newspaper concluded that the Real Madrid coach has openly expressed concern about the Brazilian player and will specifically strategize to counter his threat in the upcoming Clasico.