Real Madrid star confused about Carlo Ancelotti “lie” in press conference after AC Milan defeat
Fede Valverde
Real Madrid's Fede Valverde was unexpectedly substituted at half-time during the team's 3-1 loss to AC Milan, alongside Aurelien Tchouameni.
Read full articleFollowing the match, Valverde was sidelined for a month, and coach Ancelotti mentioned that Valverde was facing fitness issues, a claim the Uruguayan player disputes.
Valverde's wife, Mina Bonino, publicly criticized Ancelotti's decision to substitute him but later retracted her statement, alleging her account was hacked.
Despite this, Ancelotti addressed the criticism in a press conference, stating that Valverde was experiencing back pain, which prompted the substitution.
However, Cadena Cope reports that Valverde was confused by Ancelotti's remarks, asserting he felt fine during the match and denying any back problems.
The ongoing tension within the club and the dressing room dynamics suggest that Ancelotti needs to maintain good relationships with key players.
Valverde, despite facing challenges this season, remains one of the most dependable midfielders under Ancelotti's management, frequently playing a crucial role in the team's setup.
