A 9 point gap could potentially cause Real Madrid to fail in defending their title, the situation will be even more difficult if Barcelona progress remains unstoppable.
It is now clear what Real Madrid truly needs. Without Toni Kroos, the Los Blancos front line cannot function at its best. This indicates that Toni Kroos is a key figure who maintains the depth of the game. Ancelotti can no longer expect more from Modric due to his age. Of course, Real Madrid fans also miss the sensational loan player, Joselu. Florentino Perez is aware that the squad transition is not going according to his wishes, coupled with a number of injured players, he must move to find the next Toni Kroos.
In addition to Real Madrid's front line which is no longer functioning optimally this season, Real Madrid's young players are also not often relied on in every important match so that they also cannot make better developments in the current Real Madrid squad. And currently Barcelona continues to make progress through their game in any match until they are able to create an extraordinary distance with Real Madrid in La Liga this season.
Losing key players from Real Madrid's game is very noticeable for their game, and it is something that makes them have to swallow a bitter pill repeatedly. Losing badly to Barcelona and having to feel defeat from Ac Milan in the Champions League match that they just finished.
I think they will be able to do well, but some players who have been prepared in the midfield seem to have not found their best game, so Real Madrid must experience an unpleasant situation.
The opportunity for young players is not the only reason why they cannot show something better. Because almost in every position their performance is now less than optimal.