Valverde talks Zidane, Ancelotti, Man City hat-trick: ‘I love him dearly’

Valverde talks Zidane, Ancelotti, Man City hat-trick: ‘I love him dearly’ Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde is currently enjoying one of the finest phases of his career. Now a central figure for his country and a key presence in Real Madrid’s midfield, Valverde is embracing quite a leadership role this season. In a revealing interview, as relayed by Mundo Deportivo , the Uruguayan spoke candidly about aspects of his game and personality that are rarely discussed publicly, offering fans a glimpse into his journey and mindset.

One of the more unexpected topics he touched on was his physical intensity in training. Injuring a goalkeeper Known for his energy and power, Valverde admitted that his strength has occasionally had unintended consequences during sessions. “I’m not trying to brag – I’m no Hulk – but a lot of times in training, I’ve injured a goalkeeper or two,” the Uruguayan began.

Pressed further on the subject, he went on to recall a specific incident that clearly stayed with him, one involving the son of a club legend. “They were goalies who weren’t on the first team, but I remember that one of Zidane’s sons, Luca, was on my team, and once I injured his shoulder, and I wanted to die because he was Zidane’s son,” he said with a laugh. That moment, however, was not an isolated case, as Valverde himself hinted.

“That was one of the times, yes. ” On Zidane and Ancelotti Valverde has nothing but praise for Zidane and Ancelotti. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images) Beyond those light-hearted admissions, Valverde also took time to reflect on the influence of former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane, who played a crucial role in shaping his mentality during his early years at the club.