On a positive note, during the Champions League match against Juventus on the 4th day, Iker Casillas had a commendable performance. However, in the Spanish Liga, he remains the second goalkeeper for Real Madrid as the coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has chosen to place his trust in Diego Lopez, who has seen an increase in his salary elsewhere, even doubling.
When questioned about this decision at a press conference, Ancelotti was unequivocal. He emphasized his determination to keep Lopez as the primary goalkeeper, regardless of the potential consequences for Casillas.
“I made the decision then (at the start of the season), now the decision is made. The decision I had to make, I made it at that moment. For me, at that moment, Diego Lopez was in better condition,” asserted the Madrid coach.
Ancelotti also addressed Casillas’ future with Real Madrid, stating, “Iker was clear after the match (on Tuesday), he wants to stay here. There is no problem. He wants to stay, and we want him to stay.”
While Casillas currently expresses his desire to stay in Madrid, the question arises about how patient he will be in this situation. It remains to be seen whether this arrangement will persist indefinitely.
