On Tuesday evening, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti announced that there would be no further signings in this transfer market, effectively closing the door on any new additions. Given the team’s recent departures and injuries, this decision seemed to pave the way for sdefensive options. Vallejo, who had to leave training on Monday night due to a limp, appeared to be a potential doubt, which could have given Raul Asencio a chance to start alongside Rudiger against AC Milan.
However, according to Diario AS, Vallejo successfully completed the final training session before the match without any issues and has recovered from his muscle discomfort. He is now set to start against Milan, with Militao expected to play against Barcelona in their second friendly. Fans will also get to see new signing Endrick Felipe in action, alongside Arda Guler and Brahim Diaz in a promising front three
Despite Vallejo’s return, Asencio and the other young central defenders, Jacobo Ramon and Joan Martinez, are likely to get some minutes during the preseason tour. However, their chances of making a significant impression on Ancelotti are diminished, as the Italian manager traditionally prefers to rely on his more experienced players rather than giving youth players extended opportunities.
