Capello in crisis
Monday 8 January, 2007
Fabio Capello’s position on Real Madrid’s bench is in doubt after Sunday’s defeat to Deportivo La Coruna.
The Merengues have been defeated in the last two matches, conceding five goals without reply, and are now in third place – five points behind La Liga leaders Sevilla.
The Spanish Press hit out at the former Juve Coach, dubbing the Galacticos’ latest performance as a ‘disaster’, as stated by newspaper Marca.
AS instead wondered if the results are worth the £70m investment that the club underwent to please Capello’s requests.
It also reported that the tactician was summoned on Monday morning by sporting director Predrag Mijatovic to discuss the team’s situation.
Real Madrid’s management traditionally have a meeting on Monday morning, but it usually takes place after training at the Santiago Bernabeu.
However, today’s training session was guided by Capello’s assistant Toni Grande, adding further weight to the claims.
President Ramon Calderon did not attend the meeting but was informed of the fact and is expected to be back in Madrid on Monday evening.
Capello now seems to be drinking in the last chance saloon, as the Merengues supporters do not seem keen on having to spend another season without winning any trophies.
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