Ancelotti Issues Early Warning for Mbappe Following Endrick’s Performance vs Milan

• Real Madrid kicked off the 2024/25 pre-season campaign with a defeat in the fixture against AC Milan
• New signing, Endrick Felipe, made his debut for the Spanish powerhouse during the clash against the Italian outfit
• Los Blancos coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has issued a subtle warning about the expectations from his new signings

Real Madrid kicked off their 2024/25 pre-season campaign with a defeat against Italian side AC Milan.

The La Liga club's starting XI featured a flurry of fringe players alongside others from the Castilla academy.

Among the new faces on Carlo Ancelotti's side was the new signing, Endrick Felipe.

The young forward recently completed a transfer from Brazilian Serie A outfit Palmeiras and was expected to light up the scene on his debut for Real Madrid.

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However, to the surprise of many, the highly anticipated forward delivered a largely underwhelming performance on the night.

In the aftermath of the fixture, Coach Ancelotti addressed the young forward's performance, urging calm following his lacklustre display. The Italian manager also subtly advised fans to temper their expectations for both Endrick and marquee forward Kylian Mbappé.

Ancelotti sends subtle Endrick and Mbappe warning

Speaking in the aftermath of his side’s defeat, the 65-year-old, as captured by Tribuna.com, stated:

“Our goal until August 7 is to ensure that the players who have started are in the best possible physical condition,” Ancelotti said.

“At the moment, we’re focusing tactical work mainly on the young players. Once everyone returns, we’ll integrate everyone into the plan. There isn’t much to change, as the team is largely the same as last year.

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“The strategies are clear, and we will gradually adapt to the new ones.

“It’s not feasible to adapt Mbappé or Endrick in just five days,” Ancelotti added.

According to data courtesy of FotMob, Real Madrid have the opportunity to secure their first pre-season victory in their upcoming clash against rivals Barcelona, on August 4th.

Kylian Mbappe receives new vehicle

Briefly News in another report detailed that Mbappe was presented with a luxury vehicle following his transfer to Real Madrid.

The French forward chose a car similar to that of club president, Florentino Pérez. The French national team captain, currently on holiday in the United States, is enjoying a break following his unveiling with the La Liga powerhouse.

Source: TUKO.co.ke