Real Madrid has confirmed another injury blow for key defender Eder Militao, who has been sidelined with a muscle injury in his left leg. The club’s statement indicated that Militao is dealing with a quadriceps issue, though the full extent of the injury will be determined after further evaluation.
Militao had previously dealt with injury problems last month when he withdrew from Brazil's squad but managed a quick recovery to return to Real Madrid. However, during a recent match against Lille, he was forced to leave the field before the 60-minute mark due to a new injury concern.
Despite this, Militao made a brief appearance in Real Madrid’s recent La Liga match against Villarreal, playing for under 20 minutes. Unfortunately, his condition deteriorated, causing him to withdraw from the Brazil squad once again. The latest tests have confirmed the quadriceps injury, which adds to Real Madrid’s defensive challenges.
The team is already missing Dani Carvajal, who is out for the rest of the season with an ACL injury, and David Alaba, who is also sidelined. Militao’s absence further limits the defensive options available to coach Carlo Ancelotti.
However, according to journalist Arancha Rodriguez, Militao’s injury might not be as serious as initially feared, and he could return to the pitch in about ten days, potentially ready for Real Madrid’s games after the international break. This positive news provides some relief for the team as they manage their defensive difficulties.