📋 No Rodrygo but two from Castilla, Arbeloa’s squad to face Monaco | OneFootball

Álvaro Arbeloa’s Real Madrid already has its sights set on the return of the top continental competition. After their recent domestic fixtures, the coach from Salamanca has announced the squad list to face Monaco this Tuesday.

The big negative surprise of the day has been the absence of Rodrygo Goes. Despite the Brazilian forward training as normal with the rest of the group during the morning session, Arbeloa has decided not to risk his inclusion in the traveling squad. 

On the positive side, the best news for the coaching staff is the return of Andriy Lunin. The Ukrainian goalkeeper, who was a last-minute withdrawal in the previous match against Levante, is once again available to the coach.

Pol Fortuny and Mesonero called up from Castilla

As has become customary in the Arbeloa era, the youth academy once again plays a special role. On this occasion, those chosen to reinforce the midfield are Pol Fortuny and Mesonero, two of the brightest talents from Real Madrid Castilla.

Their inclusion is not only due to the necessary rotations required by the demanding schedule, but also to the unwavering trust the coach has in the players he has seen grow up in the white academy, giving them the chance to experience a magical Champions League night.

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