Spain’s most sold sports newspaper, Marca, highlights today in its front page Carlo Ancelotti’s words about Real Madrid’s two hot topics at the moment: Xabi Alonso’s contract renewal and Angel di Maria possible exit in January.
The Italian told the press: “I’m optimistic about Alonso, I think he’ll renew.”
When asked about Di Maria’s unhappiness due to the lack of minutes of play, he answered: “The door of my office is open if he wants to talk.”
Marca also emphasizes today’s Champions League match against Copenhagen, pointing out Gareth Bale reaches 100 days at the club.
In a reference to the poor conditions of the playing ground, Marca titles “Cristiano Ronaldo makes his return in a dangerous field.”
Meanwhile, the other main Madrid sports daily, As, puts its focus on Ronaldo being named among the three Ballon d’Or finalist, together with Franck Ribery and Leo Messi. “Candidate Cristiano,” they title.
“The Portuguese returns after 18 days,” they report. “If he scores one goal, he’ll beat the group stage record; if he scores a brace, he’ll become the Champions League’s third all-time goal scorer,” As points out.
