Real Madrid’s manager Carlo Ancelotti has firmly closed the door on any further signings this summer. After Los Blancos failed with the attempt to attract Leny Yoro, Ancelotti was asked if the club will target another central defender, and the Italian specialist had a quick response: “No. The squad is closed, we will not sign anyone.”
🚨⚪️ Ancelotti on signing another CB after Yoro case: "No. The squad is closed, we will NOT sign anyone".
"Vallejo is back, Alaba is recovering, we are evaluating our academy players".
"I think there won't be departures… no one wants to leave. We've a spectacular squad". pic.twitter.com/96qFncYMGy
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 31, 2024
Ancelotti underlined the strength and depth of his current squad, saying, “Vallejo is back, Alaba is recovering, we are evaluating our academy players. I think there won’t be departures, no one wants to leave. We’ve a spectacular squad.” His confidence in the team’s depth suggests that the focus will now be on integrating academy players and ensuring the current squad is well-prepared for the upcoming season.
In their first exhibition game of the US tour, Rüdiger and Vallejo are expected to start as central defenders, with Ancelotti highlighting the importance of giving the academy players significant playing time. “Tomorrow’s game will be the game of the youngsters” he mentioned, signaling a clear intent to showcase and assess the younger talent within the squad.
Real Madrid’s tour will also see them face Barcelona in a friendly El Clasico, followed by a match against Chelsea. These high-profile games will provide a valuable opportunity for both seasoned players and newcomers such as Endrick and Kylian Mbappe to make their mark ahead of the new season.