Valverde’s problem with Real Madrid

Valverde participated today in Uruguay’s 3-0 victory over Peru… but that’s not the story.

Valverde played today as a double pivot alongside Rodrigo Bentancur.

And here we come to his problem with Real Madrid.

Today, Valverde, because he was under the ball and facing the opposing goal, created chances and made six vertical passes into the final third.

This is the reason for his free positioning in the central midfield.

At Madrid, Alonso still insists on using him as a right-sided midfielder in the half-spaces, as a player between the lines.

In fact, this is the only unsuitable role for Valverde, due to the nature of the role and its need for a player who is either agile or possesses individual abilities.

I still think that with Bellingham’s return to his position, Valverde should be tested

in the central midfield, as it is very difficult for him to play as a right-back due to the oversupply of the position.

Because continuing in his current role will unfortunately continue to make him a shadow of a player

and will greatly reduce his ability to utilize his abilities, such as shooting.

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