Rodriguez made his return after two months out with a foot injury in the place of the suspended Isco at the weekend, but Ancelotti claimed they wouldn't be vying for just the one place in the side and that his preferred front three of Bale, Karim Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo could be rotated in the coming weeks.
"We have a game every three days until the beginning of May and the rotations will be necessary," he added.
"There isn't a debate between James and Isco, it is between the whole squad which is a good thing. We have almost the whole squad in optimal condition.
"James is doing very well in his first year, but Isco is also a great player who has had some fantastic games. I am lucky to have them both. It is a good problem to have."
Bale is doubtful vs Rayo because of a foot knock so we might see the line-up that most people suggested:
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There's no way in hell that Ronaldo will rotate, he absolutely wants the pichichi and as many goals as possible, I doubt he'll miss even a minute.