Carlo Ancelotti praises Fede Valverde as the world's most complete player

Ahead of Real Madrid’s upcoming La Liga match against Valladolid on Saturday at the José Zorrilla stadium, coach Carlo Ancelotti took time during his press conference to praise one of his key players, Federico Valverde. Ancelotti described the Uruguayan midfielder as the “most complete player in the world,” emphasizing his versatility and importance to the team.

“He’s a complete player who can cover many positions, and he does so perfectly in each one,” Ancelotti said. “It’s hard to find a right-back like him, and it’s difficult for me to choose the best position for him. He’s ready to play anywhere, and it’s difficult to find a player like him.”

Valverde’s Impact at Real Madrid

Valverde has become indispensable to Ancelotti, playing in various roles throughout the season. This term, he is second in minutes played among the squad, with 2,667 minutes, trailing only Antonio Rudiger, who has 2,711.

The Uruguayan has featured in all 33 of Real Madrid’s matches across all competitions, proving his worth in each position he has been deployed. From holding midfield to playing as an interior or even at right-back, such as in the recent Champions League match against Salzburg, Valverde has delivered strong performances no matter where he plays.

Ancelotti's Continued Confidence in Valverde

Ancelotti is expected to continue relying on Valverde’s versatility for the match against Valladolid, with the Uruguayan likely to start in the midfield once again. The coach's trust in Valverde’s ability to adapt to different positions makes him a crucial part of Real Madrid's lineup.

Key Facts from Ancelotti’s Praise for Valverde

• Carlo Ancelotti called Fede Valverde the most complete player in the world for his ability to play multiple positions.
• Valverde is second in minutes played for Real Madrid this season, with 2,667 minutes, behind Antonio Rudiger.
• The Uruguayan midfielder has featured in all 33 of Real Madrid’s matches in all competitions this season.
• Valverde has excelled in various positions, including holding midfield, interior, and even right-back.
• Ancelotti is set to continue selecting Valverde for key matches, with the player expected to start in midfield against Valladolid.