Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti hinted at the possibility of Brazilian star Vinicius Junior returning to participate in the awaited match against Italian Atalanta, in the Champions League, scheduled for Tuesday at Bergamo Stadium.
Vinicius returns earlier than expected
Vinicius suffered a hamstring injury last month and was expected to miss the Intercontinental Cup final scheduled to be held in Doha. However, Ancelotti revealed during a press conference that the player’s condition had improved, saying:
“Vinicius is in good condition, but the final decision will be made based on his performance in training.”
The Italian coach added: “We also have Rodrigo coming back from injury, and Bellingham is in great shape. These are excellent options for us.”
Support of his colleagues: Valverde welcomes Vinicius’ return
Uruguayan midfielder Federico Valverde welcomed Vinicius’ return, praising his determination and determination to play. He said: “Playing alongside Vinicius is always fun. We know how committed he is and his desire to participate. The final decision is up to the coach, but he always adds a lot to the team.”
A difficult task for Real Madrid against Atalanta
Real Madrid enters the match facing a strong opponent, as Atalanta has achieved 9 consecutive victories in the Italian League, which is a historical record for the club. He also has a solid defence, having conceded only one goal in his last 5 Champions League matches.
Ancelotti admitted the difficulty of the confrontation, saying: “It will be a very difficult match. Atalanta is at its best and has developed significantly since the European Super Cup.”
He added: “We know the importance of points in the remaining three matches in the group stage. Our primary goal is to qualify directly to the next round, but the current situation may force us to play in the playoffs.”
Will Vinicius return to European brilliance?
With the possible return of Vinicius, Real Madrid is looking to boost its chances against the stubborn Atalanta. The question remains: Will the Brazilian winger be able to steal the spotlight again and lead his team to victory?
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