According to a report, Carlo Ancelotti has \u201cidentified the problem player\u201d at Real Madrid and believes he is a major factor in the team\u2019s struggles this season.<\/p>\n
Last season, Real Madrid enjoyed a remarkable campaign, winning both La Liga and the Champions League titles.<\/p>\n
They finished 10 points ahead of rivals Barcelona in the league and captured their 15th European trophy with a victory over Borussia Dortmund at Wembley Stadium. However, this season has been more challenging, despite the high-profile addition of Kylian Mbappe, who joined on a free transfer during the summer.<\/p>\n
Mbappe has scored eight goals across all competitions, but Real Madrid currently trail Barcelona in La Liga.<\/p>\n
Their Champions League defense has also been shaky, as they\u2019ve already suffered a loss.<\/p>\n
According to Spanish outlet *Relevo*, Ancelotti has pointed to Mbappe\u2019s lack of defensive effort as a significant issue for the team.<\/p>\n
After losses to Lille and Barcelona, Ancelotti sought to understand the reasons for the team\u2019s sharp decline from last season\u2019s performances. The report claims Mbappe has been identified as the main issue due to his limited defensive contributions, running only eight kilometers in Real\u2019s heavy 4-0 loss in El Clasico last month.<\/p>\n
This lack of defensive work from Mbappe disrupts the team\u2019s balance, making it challenging to regain possession.<\/p>\n
The report also states that Jude Bellingham is seen as one of the biggest victims of the team\u2019s current tactical imbalance.There is \u201ca certain annoyance\u201d within the squad regarding Mbappe\u2019s reluctance to \u201croll up his sleeves\u201d and contribute defensively.<\/p>\n
In matches against Borussia Dortmund, where Real trailed at halftime, and against Barcelona, players engaged in heated discussions on the pitch to address the team\u2019s imbalance.<\/p>\n
Ancelotti will be looking to improve his team\u2019s organization ahead of upcoming games against AC Milan and Osasuna<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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