Carlo Ancelotti’s last message to Real Madrid in 2024 had a clear point for Kylian Mbappé.
Ancelotti’s side already secured their first title of the season when Mbappé scored in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final over Pachuca in midweek.
They are still firmly in the race for the La Liga title and have a good chance of securing a place in the UEFA Champions League knockout stage.
However, despite the general optimism, Ancelotti knows that his team needs to do more and improve its consistency.
Mbappé’s arrival in the summer was announced as the last piece of Ancelotti’s offensive puzzle, but he is still far from the expected level.
The goals in the UEFA Super Cup and the Intercontinental Cup final have been outstanding, but he has only managed two in the Champions League and nine in La Liga.
Ancelotti explained his position on the situation and told the French international that the time has come to take a step forward.
“Your adaptation period is over. He has shown a good version and can still improve. “He has recovered well from the small injury he had,” he said ahead of Real Madrid’s last game in 2024.
“He is motivated, excited and happy to be here. He needed that period, everyone needs it, but it’s over now.”