“I transitioned into a forward role, but not in the conventional sense. I believe Mbappé should also play in a distinctive manner, rather than as a standard No.9.”
**Real Madrid’s Recent Difficulties**
Mbappé and Madrid are aiming to recover from a frustrating 1-0 defeat to Espanyol, a result that has left them only one point ahead of their city rivals, Atlético Madrid, in the league rankings.
Their next chance to regain form will be on Wednesday when they face Leganés in the Copa del Rey.