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Carlo Ancelotti has reached the limit of his patience with Ferland Mendy's performance, and the recent defeat against Lille in the Champions League seems to have been the last straw, as reported by Defensa Central. After the match where Real Madrid lost 1-0 as the visiting team, the Italian coach has been clear in his stance: the team urgently needs a quality reinforcement for the left-back position. He has communicated this to President Florentino Pérez, making it clear that he doesn't trust Mendy to sustain the level required by the club.
The match against Lille left a worrying image of Real Madrid. The team never managed to settle into the game, and the goal from the French team, scored from the penalty spot shortly before halftime, further complicated things for the "merengues." This defeat not only marks the first of the season but also the first setback in the Champions League since April 2023.
Ferland Mendy, one of those blamed for the defeat against Lille
One of the main targets after the debacle was Ferland Mendy. The French left-back, who has been praised for his defensive solidity in previous years, has failed to maintain the same level this season. During the match against Lille, his performance was so discreet that Ancelotti decided to substitute him at halftime for Fran García. While the young full-back had more presence in the attack, the chaos in the team did not allow for the necessary opportunities to reverse the score.
The Frenchman, once considered one of the best defenders in the world in his position, has shown a decline in form since the beginning of the season. Ancelotti has already chosen to replace him in several matches, casting doubt on his ability to maintain the expected level of a starting player at Real Madrid. This situation becomes more significant considering that the white club recently renewed Mendy's contract until 2027, despite his disappointing performance in recent months.
However, the club is not ruling out the possibility of a new left-back arriving. One of the names being strongly considered is Alphonso Davies, the young star from Bayern Munich. Davies, known for his speed and offensive abilities, could become a key target for Real Madrid, especially if he does not renew with the Bavarian club before 2025 when he could arrive as a free agent.
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