Carlo Ancelotti gives David Alaba update, confirms Real Madrid starter is available to face Sevilla

Real Madrid will aim to end 2024 on a high when they take on Sevilla on Sunday afternoon. After winning the Intercontinental Cup during the week, a win at the Santiago Bernabeu will see them move into second place at least, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid facing each other on Saturday night.

Speaking first of the equipment (via AS Diary), Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that he will have Ferland Mendy available after missing Real Madrid's last three games. He also gave an update on David Alaba's situation.

“Mendy has recovered and is available for tomorrow. Alaba is also doing some training, he will be back with the group on the 30th and he will be available, I think, from mid-January.

Ancelotti also spoke about the defender's situation Real Madridwhich has been the subject of criticism in recent weeks.

“The two defenders have done very well, both Lucas Vazquez and Fran Garcia. They have played a lot of games, they contribute to the team. I do not think to put Valverde, unless it is an emergency. And we test Asencio, who by characteristics can do , although it gives a more defensive than offensive profile.