Real Madrid hierarchy disappointed with €80m player Carlo Ancelotti plans to end experiment

Real Madrid are still reeling from Sunday's humiliating 5-2 defeat against Barcelona, ​​and in the aftermath, a number of players have been highlighted. One of those was Aurelien Tchouameni, whose struggles in recent months continued with another desperate performance in Saudi Arabia.

Since returning from injury at the beginning of December, Tchouameni has been used as a central defender in the absence of David Alaba and Eder Militao. However, he struggled in the position, which he previously admitted to be uncomfortable.

Ace for ReliefThe hierarchy of Real Madrid expressed disappointment in Tchouameni. The general feeling from within is that the 24-year-old has failed to live up to the expectations that were set for him following his €80 million move from AS Monaco in 2022.

Carlo Ancelotti continues to support Tchouameni, although he has doubts about the Frenchman's ability to play as a central defender. Raul Asencio is expected to be in the starting line-up Real Madrid The Copa del Rey tie against Celta Vigo on Thursday, and if he impresses, a starting spot could be his in the coming weeks.