Ancelotti has many doubts about the starting eleven he will field against Leganés

Real Madrid C.F.

ANCELOTTI WILL HAVE TO RELY ON "B TEAM" AGAINST LEGANÉS

Real Madrid faces Leganés this Sunday at the Santiago Bernabéu. Carlo Ancelotti contemplates a starting eleven that seems to be the most uncertain of the season so far.

Injuries are undoubtedly the main factor that conditions Ancelotti, but not the only one. There are two other important aspects to consider: most of the players are returning after being with their national teams. Valverde and Vinicius will be the last to join, arriving tomorrow, while Bellingham and Modric joined today (the Croatian played both games with his national team). Furthermore, Carletto must take into account that three days after the league match, the team will have to visit Anfield after the defeat at home against Milan in the Champions League.

Therefore, Ancelotti could give minutes to less regular players, driven both by injuries and by the demands of the schedule.  

To begin with, the decision on who will play at right-back must be made. Against Osasuna, the coach dealt with Lucas' absence, who got injured just before halftime, by placing Valverde in that position during the second half. The available alternatives are not many.  

Another important question is who will partner with Rüdiger in the center of the defense. The German, at least, had a rest in the second game against Hungary. Asensio, after his standout debut against Osasuna, seems to be the main candidate, as Vallejo is not in Carletto's plans and there are no other clear options.  

From midfield forward, the situation is more flexible. Camavinga seems assured of his place after returning early from his national team commitment, as he could not play the second game. On the other hand, key players like Modric and Valverde arrive very physically demanding. Ceballos, who has trained in Valdebebas and has gained importance in the recent matches, could be an option. Meanwhile, Bellingham, although essential, also arrives after shining with England, undoubtedly boosting his confidence.

Brahim and Güler could be the chosen ones to start. Mbappé has his place secured in the lineup, as he did not travel with the French national team, while the main doubt is Vinicius. It is important to consider that he comes from playing with Brazil and then there is the commitment against Liverpool, although he is one of the players with less rotation in Ancelotti's scheme.