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With Luka Modric’s return to Bilbao, Carlo Ancelotti hopes to make an immediate impact in Real Madrid’s midfield without number 6 Aurelian Chuameni. Dani Ceballos impressed in the engine room at midweek against Villarreal and is likely to continue with Modric.
The Croatian’s current health is a problem plaguing Madrid staff, with Modric spending time on the sidelines since the 2022 World Cup ended. Signs of fatigue in the Super Cup final against Barça led Ancelotti to exclude him from the match at Villarreal, believing Modric unfit for three matches (Barcelona, Villarreal and Athletic) in just eight days. Ancelotti explained that he has withdrawn from La Ceramica because he is not yet “optimal”.
A big February for Real Madrid
Modric was eased after the World Cup. In the Super Cup, he played 75 minutes against Valencia and 65 minutes against El Clasico. The 37-year-old wants to give him a mini-break to maintain his endurance in a season that is pushing his players harder than ever.
Luca is back in charge as Madrid enter a tough February as the Club World Cup and Champions League clash with Liverpool.
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