Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid’s coach, tackled rumors head-on at Tuesday’s press conference, denying any truth to the speculation that Vinicius Jr. might move to Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia. “There is absolutely nothing,” he stated plainly, dismissing the rumors as typical market chatter with the transfer window open until August 31.
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Ancelotti also pointed out that Vinicius Jr. is unfazed by the rumors and remains committed to Real Madrid. “He’s focused, really wants to be here, and he’s pushing hard to perform at his best,” Ancelotti noted, underlining the forward’s loyalty and drive to excel with the club.
Despite recent changes in the team lineup, Ancelotti is not worried. He’s busy working new players into the squad and maintaining the strong team dynamics that were crucial last year. “We’ve seen some important players leave, but we’ve brought in new talent that needs to gel with our squad. We’re putting in the work to keep our team spirit alive,” he explained.
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With the 2024-25 season kicking off, Real Madrid faces Atalanta in Poland this Wednesday for the UEFA Super Cup. Ancelotti’s team is diving right into high-stakes competition, and he’s betting on his blend of seasoned players and newcomers to bring home the title.
