Watch the Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao match in the Spanish League

Real Madrid's squad list for their match against Athletic Bilbao seems to indicate that manager Carlo Ancelotti has called up key players for this crucial encounter in the Spanish league.

Here are some notes about the squad:

- The return of Éder Militão after recovering from injury strengthens Real Madrid's defense with power and stability.

- Goalkeeping sees the presence of Andriy Lunin, Kepa Arrizabalaga, and Fran González, providing the coach with options as needed.

- In midfield, several key players such as Jod Bellingham, Toni Kroos, and Luka Modrić have been called up, enhancing the team's midfield options.

- In the attacking line, it seems that coach Ancelotti relies on players like Rodrygo, Joselu, and Brahim Díaz to achieve goals.

This match is expected to be important for Real Madrid as they seek to maintain their lead in the Spanish league standings.

According to Spanish media reports, Brazilian forward Vinícius Júnior intends to cut short his summer vacation to join Real Madrid for their pre-season tour in the United States, even after participating in the Copa América with the Brazilian national team.

It's worth mentioning that Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has shown support for Brazilian players after a friendly match against Spain, where Vinícius received his admiration and appreciation for his performance. Pérez also met with the future striker of the team, Felipe Vinícius, and greeted him for his performance against the Spanish national team. This move may reflect Real Madrid's readiness to support and strengthen their ranks with Brazilian striker Vinícius, who could be a strong addition to the team in the upcoming season.

Real Madrid seems keen to retain the services of Croatian star Luka Modrić, reflecting their great appreciation for what the player has offered during his time with the team. Despite being 38 years old, Modrić continues to demonstrate his abilities and contributes significantly in midfield.

It's clear that coach Carlo Ancelotti considers Modrić an essential part of his plans for the next season, whether as a starting player or as part of the coaching staff. Modrić's refusal to join the coaching staff indicates his desire to continue playing for at least another season.

Although his contract expires in the summer of 2024, Real Madrid is keen on renewing Modrić's contract, but it seems that the parties have not reached an agreement yet.

On the other hand, clubs in the Saudi Professional League show interest in acquiring Modrić's services, reflecting his popularity and significant status in the world of football. His joining one of the Saudi clubs would be a strong addition for any team seeking to bolster their ranks with his experience and expertise on the field.