One Real Madrid star has more minutes than anyone in Europe – is Ancelotti playing with fire? | OneFootball

With the increased fixture congestion we have seen this season not only in Spain but in all of Europe, many clubs are fearing for the well-being of their players.

While it is too late for Antonio Rüdiger, another Real Madrid star should see the German’s injury as a warning for what might come.

Federico Valverde has played more minutes than anyone else in Europe. He has yet to be rested this season and could be in danger of burning out.

Should Ancelotti continue with this strategy, they will likely lose one of their best midfield stars. Rüdiger is set to be out for almost a month and Real Madrid should be doing everything they can to prevent similar injuries from occurring.

It seems as though Fede Valverde hasn’t really slowed down at all since 2022, and while he has managed well so far, at 26 he could risk his legs going before their time should he push things too far.

It is down to Real Madrid’s coach Carlo Ancelotti as well as the other coaches at the club to ensure they don’t take too many risks with their players in the long weeks ahead.

GSFN | Ciaran Currie