Ancelotti names one surprise player who could cover for Benzema

"Rodrygo can play with Benzema as a striker or be as a substitute for Benzema," Carlo Ancelotti has told the media.

"Rodrygo will start more games this season, he'll have a more important role on the team," the Italian boss added.

It's worth a mention that the experiment of playing Rodrygo as a no. 9 or a 'false nine' hasn't really paid off in the past. Maybe Carlo knows how to tweak it a bit?

Real Madrid reportedly don't plan to sign a back-up striker even if Mariano leaves.

Source: Real Madrid