Ronaldo warns Ancelotti about Mbappe

Carlo Ancelotti Decides to Play Kylian Mbappe through the Middle

Real Madrid’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has made the decision to position Kylian Mbappe in the center for at least the start of games this season. The placement of their star forwards has been a topic of discussion among fans and experts alike.

Earlier in the season, Mbappe played in the middle and has recently shown significant improvement in form after a challenging period in October and November. It has been observed that Mbappe performs best on the left side, particularly in the absence of Vinicius Junior. Similarly, Rodrygo Goes excels when playing on the left flank.

Former Real Madrid Forward Cristiano Ronaldo’s Influence

Cristiano Ronaldo, a former Real Madrid forward, used to operate from the left side, often with a number nine alongside him. Despite this, Ronaldo admires Mbappe and believes he has the potential to bring success and joy to Real Madrid.

Ronaldo expressed his thoughts on Mbappe’s positioning, mentioning that it may be challenging for Mbappe to play as a traditional forward, but with guidance and adaptation, he could excel in the role.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Advice for Mbappe

Ronaldo suggested that Mbappe should not conform to the typical striker role and instead learn to play as a nine, similar to how Ronaldo evolved in his career. Ronaldo emphasized the importance of adapting to different positions and playing styles to maximize performance.

Mbappe’s Performance Compared to Ronaldo

While Cristiano Ronaldo thrived with Karim Benzema by his side, Mbappe has shown impressive goal-scoring abilities this season, surpassing Ronaldo’s goals per game ratio. Additionally, Mbappe is emerging as a leader in the Real Madrid dressing room, indicating his growing influence and impact on the team.