Coach Carlo Ancelotti stated that Real Madrid will make a final decision regarding Federico Valverde's fitness just before their Champions League match against Atlético Madrid. Valverde previously showed impressive form as a temporary full-back but missed recent matches due to discomfort. With key players like Dani Carvajal and Dani Ceballos absent, Valverde's potential absence is significant. Ancelotti acknowledged the evenly matched rivalry with Atlético and stressed the importance of performance rather than seeking a large lead in the first leg.
Ancelotti emphasized that Valverde's fitness will be evaluated after practice, noting that he trained alone but felt good, before returning to team training.
Real Madrid's encounters with Atlético have been closely contested, with Ancelotti suggesting the tie would be decided in the second leg rather than seeking a significant first-leg advantage.
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