Transfer: Real Madrid’s final decision after Rudiger’s injury!

Real Madrid are going through a critical phase with decisive matches in La Liga and the Champions League looming. As Ancelotti’s team prepare for an intense February, Antonio Rüdiger’s injury has complicated matters. However, the club is sticking to its guns and is not planning any reinforcements in the transfer market.

Real Madrid are entering a period in which every match could determine the future of their season. Between La Liga and the Champions League, the squad must be at full strength. The clash with Manchester City in the Champions League play-offs is particularly eagerly awaited. Elimination would be an earthquake for the club. But the worst blow came against Espanyol when Rüdiger, a pillar of the defence, left the field through injury. A major loss that further limits Ancelotti’s options at the back.

Despite this tense situation, the club has no plans to recruit another defender. According to Marca newspaper, the Madrid management are sticking to their original plan: to rely on the current squad, even if it has been weakened by injury. This decision has divided the fans. Many were hoping for a rapid reinforcement before the market closed, especially given the numerous absences in defence.

Real Madrid’s rearguard decimated

Today, only three centre-backs remain available: Raúl Asencio, David Alaba and Jesús Vallejo. A very limited choice, especially as Alaba has just returned from a lengthy injury. Militão, meanwhile, is still a long way from a return. Faced with this situation, Ancelotti will have to tinker with his line-up until his key players return. The Italian coach could readjust his system or try out versatile players in central defence, as he is doing with Aurelien Tchouameni.

Despite these difficulties, Real Madrid have no time to rest. February promises to be an intense month, with several high-pressure clashes. On Wednesday, they take on Leganés in the Copa del Rey. Then, on Saturday, they host Atlético Madrid in an explosive derby. Then comes the first Champions League battle against Manchester City. Ancelotti will have to find in-house solutions to make up for the absences and preserve the squad’s strength.