Two of Real Madrid’s stars are heavily injured and will be out for majority of the season
Real Madrid started the season on a high note, defeating Athletic Bilbao 2-0 at San Mames. However, it was not all good. Eder Militao was pulled off the field early in the second half after suffering an injury.
Unfortunately, the fans’ concerns about the seriousness of the situation were realized. Militao’s injury status has been updated by Real Madrid. And it appears like he will be on the sidelines for a long period.
Militao will miss the rest of the season after sustaining a cruciate ligament injury just days after goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois had the same ailment.
The Brazilian defender has been diagnosed with an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture in his left knee, according to the club’s official website. In the next days, the athlete will have surgery.
Real Madrid’s Official Statement On Eder Militao’s Ailment
Another ACL tear for one of Real Madrid’s key players. Just a few days after losing Thibaut Courtois for the rest of the season to the same injury. Los Blancos will now be without their greatest defense for the bulk, if not the entire season.
An ACL injury is exactly what Real Madrid fans have been worried about since Militao was hurt in the encounter against Athletic Bilbao. He was clearly in a lot of discomfort and could only walk off the field with help.
Losing Militao for an extended length of time is a huge setback to Real Madrid. For the past few seasons, the Brazilian has become not just the club’s top defense, but also perhaps the best in Europe. His combination of strength, physicality, speed, and ball-playing ability has helped him become an important member of this club.
At the moment, it is uncertain whether Real Madrid will bring in another center-back to replace the void left by Militao’s injury. They appear to be close to signing Kepa Arrizabalaga on a season-long loan. It would not be surprising if they attempted to sign a defender on a short-term basis as well.
