Real Madrid is going through an uncertain season. Everyone knows that they need urgent changes to live up to their history. Injuries, a lack of transfers and the decisions of the board are creating tensions between Ancelotti and Florentino Pérez.
Real Madrid's Problems
Since the start of the season, Real Madrid has shown some shortcomings that haven't gone unnoticed. The squad, although talented, hasn't been able to make up for the absences of key players. This includes Carvajal, Militão and Alaba, which affects the defense and balance of the team.
These setbacks have made it clear that the Whites need to strengthen themselves, especially defensively.
Ancelotti and His Request for Transfers
Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti is aware of the situation and has publicly asked the board for a reinforcement for defense. According to journalist Antonio Romero, Ancelotti has shown a clear interest in a player who can arrive with immediate performance. The name mentioned the most is that of Aymeric Laporte.
Laporte could be the solution to give strength to a defense that, without a doubt, needs reinforcements to face the second part of the season. Ancelotti is confident that the incorporation of the Spanish international would bring experience, quality and defensive safety to the team. However, this request from Ancelotti is not so easy to fulfill.
Aymeric Laporte's Complicated Transfer
The transfer of Aymeric Laporte, although highly sought after by Ancelotti, is much more complicated than it seems at first glance. Firstly, Real Madrid has kept a very cautious transfer policy in recent years. They believe in prioritizing young talents and players who adapt to the style of the club. Laporte, despite being an experienced and quality center-back, is 30 years old, which goes against this strategy.
Florentino Pérez doesn't want to spend a lot on a player who doesn't fit into the transfer policy, especially one who is 30 years old. In addition, Real Madrid faces the reality that expensive transfers are difficult at a time when it must keep its finances balanced.
Florentino and His Commitment to the Youth Team
Given the difficulty of making a big-name transfer like Laporte, Florentino Pérez is forced to rely on the youth system. The president of Real Madrid has always stressed the importance of the youth system and now he has no choice but to trust in youngsters.