Real Madrid are on the verge of hiring Carlo Ancelotti for a second time. Widespread reports claim the Everton boss is closing in on a spectacular return to the Bernabeu after two and a half years in charge at Goodison Park. And he could be joined by Cristiano Ronaldo…
Real Madrid won the Champions League under Ancelotti in 2014, beating Atletico Madrid 4-1 in a memorable final.
And they’re now determined to make the Italian their replacement for Zinedine Zidane, who recently quit the club.
If Ancelotti does indeed return to the Bernabeu dugout, it’s possible Ronaldo will join him. The two were extremely close during their spell at the club together, with the Portugal international looking up to the 61-year-old.
But that may not be the only deal Madrid broker this summer.
With the club keen to wrestle the La Liga title back from Atletico, it’s now time to take a look at how they could line up if Ronaldo returns and three others join as well.
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Real Madrid have been linked with Sevilla defender Jules Kounde (Image: GETTY)
Midfield: Kroos, Camavinga, Casemiro
Real Madrid’s interest in Eduardo Camavinga has been well-documented.
And, after missing out on a place in France’s squad for the upcoming European Championships, it’s feasible the teenager will look to leave Rennes behind.
Real Madrid still have Luka Modric but, at the age of 35, is approaching the twilight years of his career.
Therefore, Camavinga could arrive as a long-term replacement - even though Arsenal have been strongly linked as well.
Should that materialise, then the Frenchman may be deployed alongside Toni Kroos and Casemiro.
Real Madrid have longstanding transfer interest in Kylian Mbappe and Eduardo Camavinga (Image: GETTY)
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Forwards: Mbappe, Benzema, Ronaldo
There’s no chance of Karim Benzema being dropped anytime soon, with the No 9 jersey still very much his to lose.
But he may be joined by two star-studded attackers this summer.
If Ancelotti returns, he may very well force Florentino Perez into taking Ronaldo back on board. The 36-year-old is set to leave Juventus and a stunning return would be a major move for all parties involved.
And Perez still wants Kylian Mbappe, too.
He has just a year left on his current PSG contract and, having always dreamed of wearing Madrid’s famous white kit, a switch this summer isn’t entirely out of the question.