Guti: “This Madrid is much better than the Galacticos”

Real Madrid’s illustrious history is punctuated by memorable eras, none more vividly recalled than the era of the ‘Galácticos’ that graced the capital of Spain two decades ago. Recently, former Real Madrid player José María Gutiérrez Hernández, known as ‘Guti,’ offered insights into this iconic period while drawing comparisons to Carlo Ancelotti’s current squad.

In a candid discussion on El Chiringuito, Guti touched upon the speculation surrounding Kylian Mbappé’s potential move to Real Madrid. He acknowledged the allure of star power in football. Reflecting on this, he remarked, “It is nothing out of the ordinary for what a star is.”

However, the conversation soon turned to Guti’s own experiences during his time at Real Madrid. Reflecting on his role within the team, Guti revealed his acute awareness of his position and responsibilities on the pitch. He recalled, “I knew what my position was within Madrid. I tried to do my best.” He further elaborated on his partnership with Claude Makelele. “When I played as a center half alongside Makelele, many times I knew that my options were to pass to either Figo or Zidane or Ronaldo, because I knew that they were going to solve a game for me.” He said.

While discussing the current Real Madrid squad, Guti praised the grounded nature of players like Fede Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga. He noted, “I think Fede has his feet on the ground, Camavinga has his feet on the ground.”

The current Madrid being better than the Galacticos

However, what caught attention was Guti’s bold assertion that Ancelotti’s team surpasses the ‘Galácticos’ era in terms of talent and unity. He remarked, “It is a much better team than the Galacticos, much better team. What the squad is, it is a much better squad than the Galacticos, much more.”

Guti’s remarks provide an intriguing perspective on Real Madrid’s footballing identity. The ‘Galácticos’ era epitomized glamour and spectacle. Ancelotti’s team represents a blend of talent, determination, and unity. They are also poised to carve their own legacy in the club’s storied history.