Ancelotti confirms Chuameni is fit to play for Bilbao.

Aurelien Chuameni is fit to start at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, the Los Blancos football manager has confirmed.

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed Aurelien Chuameni is fit to play at Athletic Bilbao in the La Liga on Wednesday. But has been tight-lipped about whether the French midfielder will be deployed in midfield or defence. Diario AS reported on Tuesday UFABET 

Chuameni has been struggling with an ankle injury since the 3-1 Champions League defeat to AC Milan on October 6. With the 24-year-old midfielder missing the last four games. But the 24-year-old is set to return in time for the trip to the Basque Country, the Italian coach has confirmed.

Ancelotti said:

‘He is fine, he trained and recovered well. He is ready to play from the first minute. We will see tomorrow where I can play him.’ Ancelotti said.

‘What we have to think about is that it’s good that he’s back. It’s very important to add a few more players to the team and nothing more.’

‘Aurelien has shown his value at defensive level. Whether as a centre-back or as a central midfielder. He is a very important player for us because he also gives us more height at set-pieces. Which is an important part of the game where we struggle with that.’

Ancelotti also praised Raul Asensio, the 21-year-old centre-back who has broken into the first team. saying: ‘He has proven to be a reliable centre-back. He doesn’t lack positional knowledge. And He is good in his position, he is confident, he is motivated. He has contributed a lot in the last four games. If one day I have to put him on the bench, I will think about it. ‘

Asked if he was surprised by the 21-year-old centre-back’s level of play. Ancelotti replied: ‘Yes, I was surprised, especially with his maturity. The composure he has in dealing with different situations in the game.’

‘He has passed an important test. He can be considered an all-round player in our team because he deserves it.’