The Italian coach has been thinking for several weeks about the tactical system that the team will adopt during the most challenging matches, and does not rule out returning to the 4-4-2 system that he used last season.
Ancelotti seeks to achieve success with Real Madrid in this long season in which Real Madrid will participate in more than 7 tournaments with a number of matches that may reach 70 matches.
“Camavinga’s return could bring about changes in the lineup, with two important names emerging: Tchouameni and Rodrygo.
In Tchouameni’s case, he may feel pressure due to the performance of his compatriot, who is not showing his best form as a key player in Real Madrid’s midfield.
As for Rodrygo and Camavinga, these changes could affect the Brazilian’s minutes if Ancelotti decides to return to the 4-4-2 system, which relies on four midfielders and two forwards.
According to reports from the Spanish newspaper AS, Kylian Mbappé’s injury, which will keep him out for three weeks, offers Rodrygo an opportunity to play, while under normal circumstances he could have been left out of the 4-4-2 formation. The attacking duo usually consisted of Vinicius and Mbappé, which Rodrygo is aware of.
No final decisions have been made yet, but the coach himself admitted in a press conference that the option of returning to 4-4-2 is still on the table.
In addition, Camavinga’s performance last season increases the pressure on Tchouameni, although the latter has always been a key player In Ancelotti’s plans.
Camavinga is more capable of occupying more space than Tchouameni, who prefers a more defined position and if Valverde continues to play as a pivot or form a duo with Camavinga, Tchouameni may be forced to move into the centre of defence as an alternative or sit on the bench.
In any case, Ancelotti will have to rotate players frequently this season if he wants to avoid injuries like those suffered by Brahim and Mbappé, with the increasing intensity of the matches, players need periods of rest.
Despite their desire to participate continuously, players are beginning to realise the importance of controlling their desire to get minutes, as this could ultimately lead to a decrease in their chances of participation due to injuries.