'We found the solution' - Carlo Ancelotti claims he has the answer to solve Real Madrid's woeful start to 2024-25 season

Real Madrid have had a very poor start to the season by their sky-high standards. Los Blancos have struggled to find a proper rhythm and balance to their system following their incorporation of Kylian Mbappe into an already strong squad.

Ancelotti's job at the Santiago Bernabeu could be under threat if results do not follow in the next few months. Club president Florentino Perez is said to understand that a string of failures may cause rifts in the dressing room that has already shown some cracks, especially with the number of egos clashing to take centre stage. However, the uber-successful Italian coach has revealed that he thinks he has found the 'solution' to make the team tick.

Speaking to the media on Friday, Ancelotti said: "I think we found the solution. Now we have to show this on the pitch.

"Sacrifice, focus and collective effort. This is the key. It's a difficult moment for us… but I'm happy to be here at the best club in the world."

The defending La Liga champions will be in action next when they take on Osasuna at the Bernabeu on Saturday, October 9 as they look to chase down leaders Barcelona heading into the November international break.