CURRENT REPORT BLOG Carlo Ancelotti, the coach of Real Madrid, has definitively stated that the club’s summer transfer activities are finalized, dismissing ongoing rumors surrounding a potential Kylian Mbappe transfer. The persistent Mbappe-Madrid saga has stretched across multiple transfer windows and is yet to show signs of resolution. Despite Paris Saint-Germain setting a price for their star player, Ancelotti has affirmed that Real Madrid will not be making further acquisitions in this transfer window, effectively cooling down the Mbappe speculations.
In response to queries about potential signings, Ancelotti declared, “No, I rule that out. 100% no. It’s over, I discard any new signing before the market closes — the squad is closed.”
Looking at the broader picture, Ancelotti has been strategically rotating his squad, giving preference to young talents like Aurelien Tchouameni, Fede Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, and Jude Bellingham in the midfield, over established players like Toni Kroos and Luka Modric. Ancelotti acknowledged Modric’s dissatisfaction with his playing time but assured that the Ballon d’Or winner will be utilized throughout the season, dismissing any rumors of a move to Saudi Arabia. “Luka has already decided to stay here. He’s not happy he’s not playing, but he will have minutes. He will help us during the season,” Ancelotti affirmed.
