Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has outlined his plans for new signing Antonio Rudiger, and hinted that he could be utilised in an unfamiliar position.
The Germany international joined the reigning Champions League winners on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with Chelsea, where he was a regular fixture in the Blues’ side at the heart of the defence.
Different opportunities may present themselves in Ancelotti’s plans, however, as the head coach admitted he does not want to disrupt the centre-back partnership of Eder Militao and David Alaba.
Rudiger started at left-back during Madrid’s 1-0 pre-season defeat to Barcelona, and Ancelotti hinted it is an area he could find himself slotting into more regularly.
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