According to reports, Real Madrid, who are four points behind Barcelona and could fall seven points behind if Barcelona wins against Valladolid tonight, will host Celta Vigo tomorrow and must win to keep their hopes alive for the return El Clásico.

Meanwhile, rumors about Carlo Ancelotti’s future grow daily, with many believing these are his final weeks on the Real Madrid bench.

Ancelotti addressed reporters’ questions in today’s press conference.

What are your expectations for the match against a strong Celta Vigo?
Celta is a very good team, well-organized. We’ve had a week to prepare, and we’re confident we can perform at our best. This match is crucial for our La Liga campaign.

Ancelotti and Brazil. What is the truth? Can you clarify?
I can be clear. I love this club, the players, and the fans, and I respect them. I will talk about my future on May 25, not before.

It seems everyone is talking about the future, not the present. Did we start this trend?
We are focused on the present, on upcoming matches. We believe we can compete and will fight until the last second of the last La Liga match. That’s our focus, and we’re not thinking about anything else. We’ve had many injuries and challenges, but we’re confident we can build a strong team and win tomorrow.

Is your season over with La Liga?
No, but I shouldn’t discuss what happens after May 25 now.

How is the team’s morale after the Copa del Rey final loss?
I spoke with the president after the match. It was bitter because we were so close, and the team performed well. The loss hurt, but the team cannot be blamed.

Does Vázquez have a better chance to play now?
Yes, he has a better chance.

You seem more serious than usual today. How are you feeling?
I’m fine. I understand you want to talk about my future, but I don’t want to. It’s that simple. This is a misunderstanding. I know exactly what to do, what I will do, and what I won’t do—talk about my future. I know I’m disappointing you today, but I don’t care.

Has this been your toughest season personally?
Personally, no, but professionally, it’s been tougher than usual. Last season was almost perfect, but this season had many challenges. There are still five matches left, and anything can happen. What shouldn’t happen is giving up. We must win these five matches and give our all. If we win, the season can change and become very good.

What has changed in Güler?
He has improved significantly and taken on a bigger role. In the future, he’ll be even more important. He’s shown his quality and consistency. I think he’ll be an excellent interior midfielder, not just a winger. He’ll be very important for Real Madrid’s future because there aren’t many players like him in midfield.

We feel your farewell is near. How would you like it to be? How do you imagine it?
I don’t know what will happen. Whatever it is, it will be a glorious farewell because I love this club. I’ll never argue with the club and won’t let the last day end in conflict.

The defense has faced many issues, but recently, the attack has struggled. In April, the team scored only 11 goals in 8 matches and won the last three La Liga games 1-0. What’s your analysis?
We’ve improved defensively because our defensive work is better, but our attacking efficiency has dipped slightly.

You said we focus on the present, but names like Xabi Alonso, Solari, and Klopp are being mentioned by the club. Do you think this is disrespectful?

No, not at all. I have a great relationship with the club, and we always discuss everything. My relationship with the club is fantastic. These rumors and reports are what they are, and many are untrue.