Change of plans? Ancelotti's decision on Luka Modric

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Carlo Ancelotti has decided to bring Luka Modrić back into the spotlight at Real Madrid. Following Toni Kroos' retirement, the Italian coach has set his sights on the Croatian to take up the central midfield position, a crucial role in the tactical scheme of the white team. As reported by Relevo, Ancelotti sees in Modrić the experience and ability necessary to take charge of the midfield, replicating the formula that Kroos handled with such success in past seasons.

Ancelotti's strategy goes beyond simply placing Modrić on the field; the intention is for the Croatian to become the pivot that allows the rotation of young talents like Jude Bellingham, Fede Valverde, and Eduardo Camavinga in the interior positions. Under the new 4-3-3 scheme that the Italian coach has in mind for this season, Modrić will not only start matches but could also play a more defensive role, similar to the one Kroos occupied at key moments in his career.

Ancelotti trusts Luka Modrić as a starter

This move is particularly unexpected considering that Modrić ended the previous season as a substitute, being Kroos' alternative and a resource for the second half. Now, the 38-year-old Croatian has the opportunity to redeem himself and show that he can still be crucial in Ancelotti's scheme.

The lingering question is the future of Aurélien Tchouaméni, who until recently was seen as the starter in the central midfield position. David Alaba's injury could lead to a change in plans, with the Frenchman possibly playing as a center-back or right interior. This decision will be put to the test in the first official match of the season when Real Madrid faces Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup.

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