Real Madrid confirm injury of key defender | OneFootball

Real Madrid defender Eder Militao has been experiencing discomfort in his left thigh, the club has confirmed, as relayed by journalist Guillermo Rai.

It has been suggested that while the injury is not considered serious at this point, there is uncertainty surrounding his availability for Real Madrid’s upcoming match against Villarreal on Saturday.

Furthermore, Militao’s participation in Brazil’s international fixtures during the upcoming break is also in question, as no official decision has been made.

What happened to Militao?

The injury seems to have originated during the recent Madrid derby when Militao felt slight pain after striking a long ball.

Initially, the discomfort appeared minor, but it resurfaced during last night’s match against Lille, prompting him to request a substitution as a precaution.

Eder MIlitao picked up a knock against Atletico Madrid. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

This led to Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti deciding to bring on Aurelien Tchouameni as a makeshift centre-back for the final thirty minutes of the game. Militao spent the remainder of the match on the bench to avoid worsening his condition.

What next for Militao?

Militao was spotted with an ice pack on his left quadriceps, a sign that the club’s medical team is carefully monitoring the situation. In the coming hours, Militao is expected to undergo medical tests to better assess the extent of the injury.

These tests will provide a clearer picture of whether the defender will be fit for future matches or if he will need to take further time off to recover.

For now, there is no certainty regarding the severity of Militao’s condition. The club is taking the necessary steps to ensure his well-being, with medical evaluations scheduled to take place upon his return to Madrid.

Based on early indications, neither of his complaints appears to be a major concern, but further tests will ultimately determine the course of action needed for his recovery.