La Liga Expectations: Real Madrid Prepares for the Upcoming Season

La Liga Season Overview

The new season is yet to begin, but Real Madrid has already won their first trophy: the UEFA Super Cup after a 2-0 victory over Atalanta. It was a celebratory night as Jude Bellingham marked his first Madrid appearance with a goal, adding to Valverde’s tap-in. Next up for Madrid is their La Liga opener as they look to defend last season’s league title: on Sunday, they travel to Mallorca, the beaten finalists last term.

Fan Questions & Insights

Earlier this week, we asked fans to send in questions for our Real Madrid correspondent Mario Cortegana regarding the coming season, and here are some insightful answers:

• What’s the plan for Florentino Perez’s succession?
  GONZALO C.: There have been talks about his potential successors, but it's premature to speculate.
• Will young talents be loaned out this season?
  JULIAN M.: The club believes in developing young players at Valdebebas rather than sending them on loan.
• What formation might Ancelotti use?
  MARCUS G.: Ancelotti plans a 4-3-3 formation, adapting to a 4-4-2 style when needed.
• What's happening with right-back solutions?
  CRISTOBAL G.: The club is evaluating options, though immediate reinforcement isn’t seen as vital.
• Can Madrid compete with Barca for the title?
  DAVID A.: Certainly, Madrid boasts a superior lineup and organizational structure.