In the last press conference, Carlo Ancelotti spoke about the topic that has grabbed all the attention around Real Madrid: Vinícius Júnior and his possible departure to Saudi Arabia. The coach of the white club made it clear that, although the situation has generated a lot of speculation, there is no reason for concern in his team. Ancelotti stated: “Am I tired? Yes. Am I worried? No. I see him happy and we are happy with him.” Despite external pressure, the Brazilian is motivated and eager to continue proving his quality, especially after recovering from several injuries.

Ancelotti’s Stance On Saudi Arabia

When questioned about whether Saudi Arabia’s pursuit of Vinícius Júnior had affected Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti was clear: “I don’t know.” The Italian coach explained that he doesn’t consider the growing investment from Saudi Arabia in football alarming, given that they are preparing their bid for the 2034 World Cup. “The situation in Saudi Arabia shouldn’t surprise us. They’re preparing for the World Cup and are in a competitive moment, although less so than Europe today… But in the future, we’ll see,” added Ancelotti, leaving the door open to any possibility for his future, including a potential departure from Madrid.

Although the topic of Vinícius Júnior dominated the press conference, Carlo Ancelotti also addressed other aspects of the Real Madrid squad. Regarding Jude Bellingham, the coach highlighted his maturity and character, pointing out that he is a player with all the potential to become the team’s leader. He also praised Marco Asensio, who, despite not being a guaranteed starter, has shown great performance in tough matches. Regarding injured players, Ancelotti noted they are improving and expects them to be ready for the next match against Manchester City.

The Immediate Future Of Madrid... and Ancelotti

With Real Madrid in a tight race for the top spot in LaLiga, Carlo Ancelotti made it clear that the team is motivated to face the challenge. After the victory over Manchester City, the coach emphasized that tomorrow’s match in La Liga is crucial to maintain the lead: “This team understands very well when to step it up.” Ancelotti also referred to the importance of maintaining the team’s physical and mental form, despite the constant demands of such a demanding season.

Finally, Carlo Ancelotti was questioned about his future after Real Madrid. In an answer that surprised many, Ancelotti didn’t rule out the possibility of continuing in football after his time at the white club, even leaving open the option of coaching in Saudi Arabia: “Am I leaving? Why not. If I want to keep going in football after Madrid, which is the question, why not?” This reflection on his future shows that the coach is still evaluating all options while staying focused on the present with Real Madrid.