KEY POINTS

  • One of Real Madrid’s loanees Alvaro Odriozola can be a fit for the main team
  • The club is in need of a quality backup for Dani Carvajal
  • Odriozola is currently playing for Bayern Munich

The lineup of Real Madrid may be deep but would still require help in terms of the fullback position. While Dani Carvajal has been phenomenal on the field, he would require a formidable backup to help him carry the load. One prospect that Real Madrid can take advantage of is their loanee Alvaro Odriozola.

The 24-year-old isn’t considered as one of the team’s stars but he certainly has the potential to be a reliable player on the pitch. With his stint at Bayern Munich, Odriozola has proven to be someone who can step up when he’s called for the moment. In one of his highlights in his career, Odriozola had a stellar assist to Robert Lewandowski in their 4-1 victory against Chelsea.

While the path to improvement continues for Odriozola, his future remains uncertain as of the moment. But with the current need of Real Madrid to add a worthy backup for Carvajal, Odriozola has turned into an important piece for Los Blancos, per Fansided’s The Real Champs.

The speed Odriozola possesses is unique and can be utilized on the field if he further develops his game. While there will be times he needs to adjust to the pace and expectations of Real Madrid, his presence and development can be crucial for the fullback position. The load Carvajal carries has been heavy for the club and would need all the help he can get from high-potential players.

Throughout Odriozola’s career, he has averaged 1.1 clearances per evening to go along with a 0.4 dribbled past per game. The Spaniard is also known to pass the ball significantly well with a pass success rate of 91.9%. While he has a lot to improve on in terms of aerial duels and his overall focus on the pitch, immersing him in the right environment can push the defender to develop better as a player.

Although Real Madrid has attained high success across different tournaments, it will still be important that the team addresses its weaknesses. Right now, it’s pivotal that they give the proper backup for Carvajal on the pitch and Odriozola can be just the player they need.

Real Madrid, the best team of the 20th century according to FIFA, has so far been one of the only elite clubs to resist the creation of a female team
Real Madrid, the best team of the 20th century according to FIFA, has so far been one of the only elite clubs to resist the creation of a female team AFP / Franck FIFE