What did coach Ancelotti say about Mbappé's arrival at Real Madrid?

This week newspapers, TV shows and social media gave priority to what may be the news of the year in world soccer: the departure of Kylian Mbappé from Paris Saint-Germain and his arrival at Real Madrid. According to reports, he had a meeting with the French side's owner, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, in which he explained that he has no intention of extending or renewing his contract and that he will leave as a free agent once the current season ends.

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Should that happen, the French striker will have absolute freedom to choose his next club, as there will be no need to negotiate with PSG on a sale. Although there are rumors about the interest of several Premier League clubs to sign him, such as Liverpool, it is most likely that his destination will be in Spain. With that scenario, Real Madrid fans are eager to know more details of the negotiations.

Meanwhile, Los Merengues continue to compete in the Champions League, where they beat RB Leipzig 1-0 in the first leg of the round of 16, and in La Liga. This Sunday they will visit Rayo Vallecano and, as usual before every match, coach Carlo Ancelotti held a press conference. There he talked about the team's performances, the particular situation of some players of the squad and the expectations for the future.

But, obviously, the journalists also asked him about the possible arrival of Kylian Mbappé. However, the Italian manager maintained the stance he has had for the past few months and replied: "I see, I hear, I understand that it is your topic of the day but not ours. We have to finish well." Then, when asked if the rumors about 'Kiki' can affect the squad, he explained, "Do you see me affected now? No, no. Press conferences will be like that."

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He has other concerns

Carlo Ancelotti made it clear that his priority right now is to get a win on Sunday vs Rayo Vallecano for Real Madrid to maintain their five-point lead over Girona in the standings. One of the coach's concerns for this match will be the absences of Jude Bellingham and Antonio Rudiger, who are recovering from physical problems and are not yet ready to return.