"Being dependent on Vinicius is normal, he is one of the best in the world"

Real Madrid already have their sights set on the 'Clasico' in the Copa del Rey. This Thursday at the Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid will take on FC Barcelona, who will be missing Pedri and Robert Lewandowski, among others....

Ahead of the game, Ancelotti was in the press room and did not hesitate to talk first of all about whether there is dependence on Vinicius at 'Los Blancos': "His growth is a positive aspect. Being dependent on him is normal because at the moment he is one of the best in the world.

On the other hand, the Italian explained how they prepare for a match against an opponent like Barca: "We prepare for it as we always do, with confidence. The important thing is to have the personality and courage to play a complete game. We're looking forward to this game because it's one of the most beautiful, we're close to a final and there are many things that allow us to enjoy this moment".

We mustn't forget the previous game in Riyadh, in the Spanish Super Cup, where the 'Cules' won 1-3. "In the Super Cup, we lacked commitment and determination, with individual mistakes that won't be repeated. We are close to winning an important competition and we are going to compete. It's not the decisive game, but we want to take advantage," he commented.

One of the clashes of the 'Clasico' will be Vinicius-Araujo and Ancelotti gave his opinion on it: "He's a very strong defender and it's going to be an entertaining clash. Hopefully Vini can win it.

Rodrygo, who trained for the second day in a row with the team, could make the squad, while it is not yet known whether Hazard will. "Eden is fine, he is training and he wants to have playing time, he can have it in the next games. Rodrygo has trained, he seems to be fine but then we will see the squad-list," he said.