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Real Madrid’s world has come crashing down around them in the last 48 hours. The men in white entered the international break on the heels of two emphatic victories, but the break has not been kind to them in terms of results.
Carlo Ancelotti has learned of the injuries to two key players in the last two days: Eduardo Camavinga and Vinicius Jr.
While the former ruptured his external lateral ligament, the latter is also anticipated to be out for at least a few weeks.
When you consider that Real Madrid is already without Aurelien Tchouameni, Thibaut Courtois, Arda Guler, Eder Militao, and Kepa Arrizabalaga, the scenario isn’t looking good.
The pivotal circumstance
Aurelien Tchouameni was among the first members of Real Madrid’s current injury list to be revealed.
During the Clasico versus Barcelona in October, the Frenchman sustained an incomplete stress fracture of his left second metatarsal and was anticipated to be sidelined for two months.
MARCA updates the position of the defensive midfielder, adding that Tchouameni’s objective is to recuperate in time to compete in the Spanish Super Cup.
The tournament is set to begin in the second week of January, giving the French international little under two months to fully recover and meet the deadline.
Tchouameni had been in excellent form previous to his injury and had re-established himself as a crucial player for Carlo Ancelotti. As a result, the management will be aiming to recover him as soon as possible.
The injured reserve
When Real Madrid reported Tchouameni’s fitness setback, there was a feeling of calm around the camp.
After all, Eduardo Camavinga has performed well for Real Madrid in the base of midfield, and he has done so in recent games as well.
Ancelotti will be devastated by Camavinga’s latest injury. With the kid out for the remainder of the season, the management must locate a fresh resource in the defensive midfield to provide cover for at least 60 days.
Toni Kroos is the favorite to take over as Real Madrid’s pivot. Nonetheless, the youthful legs of Tchouameni and Camavinga will be missed in the next games.
