The veteran defender, who only just returned from a major ACL injury, requires surgery and is not expected to play again until 2025.
In a devastating turn of events, Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal is set for another extended period on the sidelines after a painful recurrence of issues in his right knee. The Spanish defender will undergo arthroscopic surgery to remove a “loose joint body” that is causing severe pain and inflammation.
This news is a cruel blow for Carvajal, who fought his way back to fitness after a torn ACL in the same knee sidelined him for the majority of last season. He had only recently returned to the pitch, making his first appearance post-recovery in the Club World Cup semi-final.
The latest problem was identified after Carvajal reported feeling pain during his late substitute appearance in El Clásico. According to reports from COPE, the recovery timeline is significant, with the captain expected to be out for two to three months. This effectively rules out him playing again this year, with a potential return not expected until early 2025.
This setback adds to a frustrating period for the veteran. After his long-awaited return from the ACL injury, he was then sidelined for nearly a month with a muscular issue before his brief comeback in the clash with Barcelona. Now, just as he was regaining his footing, this new obstacle means the Madrid stalwart faces another challenging road to recovery, leaving a significant hole in his team’s defense.
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