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Sort it out, Kylian Mbappe! Carlo Ancelotti 'will not change anything' and gives preference to Vinicius Jr as Real Madrid power struggle rages on

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  • Mbappe struggling at Real Madrid
  • Wants to play on the left in place of Vinicius
  • Ancelotti will not alter his plans
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Mbappe has had a horrid time on the pitch since his completing his 'dream' move to Real Madrid following his contract expiry at Paris Saint-Germain. The Frenchman has been playing through the middle of the attack so far for Ancelotti's team, with Vinicius already occupying Mbappe's ideal position on the wing.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    It has been suggested that Real Madrid could switch up their tactics in order to get the best out of their star players. However, Diario AS reveal that Ancelotti has decided that he 'will not change anything' in the side to suit Mbappe as the switch would harm Vinicius' form, and the boss believes the Brazilian is the 'player who makes the difference'.

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    DID YOU KNOW?

    Mbappe has not scored in his last four games for Real Madrid, which has highlighted his major lack of form this season. The France captain has scored eight goals in 16 games in all competitions, with three of those coming from the penalty spot.

  • WHAT NEXT FOR MBAPPE?

    Real Madrid are currently only six points off Barcelona with a game in hand, and they could close the gap when they face off against Leganes on Sunday, with Mbappe likely to start after getting enough rest through the international break.