Marca pins hopes on a midfield twist for Real Madrid

Real Madrid C.F.

Real Madrid are moving forward in their preparations for the Clásico with several key decisions still on the table. As reported by Marca, via the journalist Joel del Río, Eduardo Camavinga has positioned himself as one of the main options to be the novelty in José Mourinho's starting XI against Barcelona.

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The possible inclusion of the French midfielder would fit with the idea of strengthening the midfield alongside Aurélien Tchouaméni, whose presence appears more firmly established. Mourinho would value Camavinga for his physical output, his ability to gain ground with the ball, and his power to break lines from midfield.

The team began this Thursday's specific preparations for the match after beating Leipzig 4-1. From there, the coach starts shaping a lineup in which the midfield could play a decisive role in keeping the team steady at the Camp Nou.

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The bet on Camavinga would also have an impact on other positions. Fede Valverde looks set to continue as right-back, a role in which Mourinho has used him in recent weeks. Ahead of him, Arda Güler would start from the right, although with freedom to move into central areas.

On the left flank, Yan Diomande arrives boosted by his latest performances and is shaping up as a candidate to occupy that wing. His role would also come with an important defensive demand due to Lamine Yamal's presence in the Blaugrana attack.

The biggest doubt, always according to the information published, would be at the heart of the back line. Mourinho still has to finish defining the central pairing for the match, which will be played on Sunday 25 at 21:00.