Carlo Ancelotti is clear about what his core group of trusted players at Real Madrid will be from now until the end of the season. There won't be any transfers, and although there won't be any departures either, he has clearly ruled out one player: Jesús Vallejo. Despite the injuries that have occurred throughout the season, the center-back has barely played any minutes... He already knows from the coach that for the remainder of the season, he'll have even fewer.
SPORT has discovered that Ancelotti will not count on Jesús Vallejo for the rest of the season. The option to leave completely free in January, without needing to pay any transfer fee, has been put forward. However, everything depends on the decision of the player from Zaragoza, whose contract ends at the end of the current season and already knows that Real Madrid doesn't count on him.
Jesús Vallejo: a Complicated Situation at Real Madrid
Many people who follow the day-to-day of Real Madrid, even from within the club itself, are clear that Jesús Vallejo is neither here nor expected. They don't consider it a playing issue, as he trains at a good level. The scarcity of his minutes has other reasons, and his future seems very uncertain.
Despite having teams interested in Spain and Real Madrid having opened the doors for him to leave for free, Jesús Vallejo has decided to reject his departure. He won't have a single more minute until the season ends, when his contract expires, but it doesn't seem to bother him much. His plan is clear: continue earning his remaining salary and then see what happens.
Jesús Vallejo's entourage, in fact, doesn't rule out any scenario, with his retirement at the age of 28 newly on the table.
At Real Madrid, this situation is regrettable, considering all the years he has spent at the club and how respected he is in the locker room. Jesús Vallejo, despite his little importance on the field, is a very beloved person by the rest of his teammates. No one wants him to leave, but they understand that the situation is complicated.
These are Ancelotti's Plans at Real Madrid
Despite the problems with injuries in the defensive area, Ancelotti has opened the doors for Jesús Vallejo. Even if he stays, he won't have a single minute. The Italian is clear: the defense will remain as it is, with Rüdiger as the undisputed starter, Tchouaméni reconverted, and Raúl Asencio waiting for opportunities. Behind them is the recovered Alaba, who is expected to be important. There won't be any transfers, and the only departure will occur if the player from Aragón wants to leave.