The 34-year-old ex-Real Madrid defender plays in Saudi Arabia for Al-Qadisiyah
Ex-defender Real Madrid Nacho Fernandezwho currently competes in Saudi Arabia for Al-Qadisiyastated that he does not intend to return to the Madrid club.
“No one from Real Madrid called me. Even if they call me, I won’t come back. My decision was clear: it’s not a matter of whether to play or not… My chapter here is closed. I’m very happy in Saudi Arabia, my focus is here.”
The urgent need to strengthen the center of defense arose last weekend when Eder Militao suffered a torn cruciate ligament in a 4-0 win against Osasuna. Previously, Real Madrid was credited with an interest in the return of 38-year-old Sergio Ramos, who is now a free agent.
Also in the Blancos hospital is defender David Alaba, who has not played since December 2023 and only started training with the ball this week.
Of the central defenders in Carlo Ancelotti’s circle, Antonio Rüdiger, young Raul Asensio, and 27-year-old Jesus Vallejo, who is not trusted by the Italian specialist, remain. Also, if necessary, midfielder Aurélien Tchouameni can play in the center of defense.
Let us remind you that 34-year-old Nacho spent 23 years in the structure of the Madrid club. Throughout his career, the defender played 364 matches for Blancos and won 26 titles.
This summer he moved to Al-Qadisiyah, signing a contract with them until the summer of 2026.
Real continues to be second in the La Liga standings, six points behind leading Barcelona.
Carlo Ancelotti’s team will play their next match on November 24 away against Leganes.
Source: Sportarena
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