Ancelotti says Mbappe is “sad but motivated” at Real Madrid.

Ancelotti says Mbappe is “sad but motivated” at Real Madrid.

According to manager Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe is “sad” but determined to overcome a challenging time.

Since moving to the Bernabeu, the 25-year-old French forward has battled for form. He joined Real on a free transfer from Paris St-Germain in July.

Ancelotti says Mbappe is has only scored once in his last five games for the La Liga team.

Despite having eight goals in 15 outings.

After losing 4-0 to rival Barcelona last month, Real Madrid.

Who won both the Champions League and La Liga the previous season.

Now trails the Catalans by nine points in the league.

At a press conference, Real Madrid manager Ancelotti stated.

Mbappe is down like everyone else, but motivated to get through this time.”

“Everyone is experiencing the same issue that he is. You could indicate Rodrygo, [Jude] Bellingham, or Vinicius [Junior]. Everyone is going through a tough time right now.

Ancelotti claimed that Mbappe was “training well” and that he was “convinced”.

That if the youngster maintained his positive attitude, his form will improve.

“We still have not found our rhythm. “You have to keep your head up high; you can not let it sink,” Ancelotti stated.

Regarding France manager Didier Deschamps’ choice to exclude Mbappe from Les Bleus’ next Nations League doubleheader.

The Italian continued, he had “not spoken” to Mbappe about it.

“The national team coach has the final say on the topic, and I have no authority to criticize his choices. We have to accept the decision he made,” Ancelotti said.

On Saturday at 13:00 GMT, Real Madrid will visit Osasuna in La Liga.