Real Madrid is preparing to meet Celta Vigo in the Spanish League competitions, amid noticeable changes in the playing style in the midfield area, with “Kylian Mbappe” and “Vinicius Junior” remaining in their positions in the attack line.
Expectations indicate that coach “Xabi Alonso” may restore some elements of the plan he used in the last match against Athletic Bilbao, focusing on the strength of the midfield and the speed of the wings, at an important time before the anticipated European confrontation against Manchester City.
According to the Spanish newspaper “AS,” Real Madrid is leaving the atmosphere of the San Mamés stadium heading to the Bernabeu, hoping to turn the victory it achieved in Bilbao with a score of (3-0) into the beginning of a new stage.
“Alonso” seeks to apply the same method, relying on four players in the midfield, with the offensive duo “Vinicius” and “Mbappe” remaining, especially after the Brazilian player regained his focus, and the French player continued to shine throughout this season.
Although this duo represents the basis of the Merengue’s offensive strength, thinking about the Manchester City match after three days, prompts “Alonso” to think carefully about some positions in the team.
Because of these calculations, the Spanish coach is thinking of resting “Antonio Rüdiger,” after participating as a starter in two matches since returning from injury, to avoid any risk before meeting the Norwegian “Erling Haaland.”
In مقابل, the name “Asensio” appears to be a partner for “Militão” in the center of defense, and on the right front, and in light of the absence of “Trent Alexander-Arnold” and “Dani Carvajal,” the opportunity seems ripe for “Fede Valverde,” while “Álvaro Carreras” remains on the left side.
As for the midfield, it seems more crowded, despite talk of the possibility of involving “Franco Mastantuono” or “Ibrahim Díaz” to add a player more capable of penetration.
However, the return of “Arda Güler” gives “Xabi” a new opportunity to try to find the optimal way to combine him with “Bellingham,” so that each complements the other.
“Güler” is supposed to start on the right side and “Bellingham” on the left side in the defensive situation, while in the offensive situation they turn into false wingers or playmakers with the front duo.
The midfield led by “Tchouaméni” is expected to be the foundation on which the team relies, with the participation of “Dani Ceballos,” who gets a new opportunity due to injuries, especially since “Camavinga” is on the list, but his ankle does not allow him to play 90 minutes.
These elements form a mix that may lead to a strong starting lineup, combining thinking about the “City” match and maintaining the team’s strength in the Spanish League.
The expected formation of Real Madrid against Celta Vigo:
Goalkeeper: “Courtois.”
Defense: “Valverde,” “Militão,” “Asensio,” “Carreras.”
Midfield: “Güler,” “Tchouaméni,” “Ceballos,” “Bellingham.”
Attack: “Mbappe,” “Vinicius.”
