Real Madrid: Four players who need a headstart this season

Luka Jovic

Asensio is not the only player from the attacking department in the list, and rightfully so. Los Blancos are often left wanting in the games in this particular department. There have been games where Benzema was the only and a not very probable scorer for Real Madrid in games.

Luka Jovic was hence signed to deputise the French forward after a very successful season with Eintracht Frankfurt in which he scored 27 goals in 48 appearances for the Bundesliga club. The Serbian international, along with Eden Hazard, were the stars of the Europa League of 2018-19 season.

Jovic brought new hopes and expectations at Santiago Bernabeu. He, however, has since failed to live up to them as he has barely featured for the French tactician. And in the limited opportunities, he has had, he has looked far from convincing. The 22-year-old has failed to connect with his midfielders and has looked out of sorts. Not to mention how unlucky he has been with those offside decisions, which however were fair.

Jovic’s off-the-pitch issues have only added insult to the injury. So, it would be safe to assume that the player would want to have a fast start to the season and would be raring to go on the pitch. However, injuries and his French teammate Benzema stand in between him and the minutes he would need.

The most realistic fans wouldn’t expect him to find his groove soon given the disconnection, injuries and Zidane’s clear preference of Karim Benzema over him. For Los Blancos to retain their league title and challenge on all fronts, they would want their Serbian international to be as impactful as he can be.