October 06, (THEWILL) – Real Madrid defender, Daniel Carvajal, will undergo surgery following a significant knee injury sustained during Saturday’s La Liga victory against Villarreal. The 32-year-old right-back experienced the injury during stoppage time in Madrid’s 2-0 triumph, resulting from an awkward landing after challenging Villarreal midfielder, Yeremy Pino.
Real Madrid released an official statement on Sunday, detailing the extent of Carvajal’s injuries, confirming ruptures to his anterior cruciate ligament, external collateral ligament and popliteal tendon in his right leg. The Spanish international shared his determination via social media, stating his commitment to rehabilitation and return to competitive football.
The injury marks another setback for Carlo Ancelotti’s squad, who are already managing without goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois due to an abductor muscle concern from their previous match against Atletico Madrid. Additionally, the club reported that Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr sustained a cervical injury during the same fixture against Villarreal.
Carvajal’s absence presents a significant challenge for Real Madrid’s defensive lineup, with the veteran defender expected to miss several months of action during his recovery period. The timing of the injury comes at a crucial point in the season, with Real Madrid competing closely with Barcelona at the summit of La Liga.
The Spanish giants currently occupy second position in the league standings, matching Barcelona’s 21 points as the competition intensifies. The injury to their experienced defender arrives during a period when squad depth becomes increasingly vital for maintaining their title challenge across multiple competitions.
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