Having followed Real Madrid’s matches closely over recent seasons, I’ve noticed significant changes in the squad composition. As a fan who has lived in Madrid for many years, I’d like to discuss the current Real Madrid squad makeup, particularly the performance of players in key positions.
The New Face of Midfield Core
Bellingham’s performance this season has been truly impressive. This English midfielder quickly adapted to the team’s rhythm after joining, and his forward-running awareness and scoring ability completely exceeded everyone’s expectations. According to my statistics from the first half of the season, his combined goals and assists have already surpassed 15, which is quite remarkable for a midfielder. His coordination with Modric and Kroos is becoming increasingly seamless. Although the two veterans are getting older, their experience and technique remain invaluable assets to the team.
Speed and Technique on the Forward Line
Vinicius has now become the absolute core of the team’s left-wing attack. His dribbling and breakthrough ability ranks among the top in La Liga, creating threats in every match. Rodrygo is equally important on the right wing. Although his statistics aren’t as eye-catching as Vinicius’s, his positioning and finishing ability in front of goal are very consistent. At the striker position, since Jovic’s departure, the team has been trying different configurations, sometimes even pushing Bellingham to the front.
| Player Name | Position | Goals This Season | Assists |
|---|
| Vinicius | Left Winger | 12 | 6 |
| Bellingham | Midfielder | 10 | 5 |
| Rodrygo | Right Winger | 8 | 4 |
| Camavinga | Defensive Midfielder | 2 | 3 |
Stability of the Defensive System
The combination of Rüdiger and Alaba in the back line feels very solid. Rüdiger’s physical confrontation and speed give him a clear advantage when facing fast forwards. Despite injury troubles, Alaba’s performance remains reliable after his return. Militão has been significantly affected by injuries this season, and we hope he can recover soon. At the full-back positions, Carvajal and Mendy are both experienced players. Although their offensive contributions aren’t particularly outstanding, their defensive stability is trustworthy.
Competition at the Goalkeeper Position
After Courtois’s return from injury, he and Lunin have formed healthy competition. Their styles are somewhat different, similar to Chelsea’s arrival in Madrid. Courtois’s height and reaction speed are advantages, while Lunin is bolder in timing his rushes off the line. This competition is good for the team, keeping both goalkeepers in peak condition.
The current Real Madrid squad has a fairly balanced personnel configuration. Although the forward line lacks an absolute target man striker, the overall offensive fluidity and midfield control are quite good. The back line is experienced, and as long as there are no widespread injuries, they should be able to achieve something in various competitions this season, as captured in these [Ramos Madrid photos]. What positions do you think the team still needs to strengthen?
