Real Madrid have confirmed a fresh setback in their defensive line after the club issued an official statement announcing that Ferland Mendy has picked up a muscle injury. The timing is far from ideal, with Los Blancos preparing to take on Athletic Bilbao tomorrow following a disappointing outing against Girona over the weekend.
This latest injury compounds Real Madrid’s frustrations, especially at a time when consistency has become a major talking point. Softfootball earlier reported that Xabi Alonso confirmed that Mastanuno, Antonio Rüdiger, and Éder Militão have all returned to full training, a huge boost considering the team’s defensive instability in recent weeks. But Mendy’s setback means Alonso must once again adjust his plans for the left-back position.
In a medical announcement via the team’s official X handle, the club stated:
Following tests carried out today on our player Ferland Mendy by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with a muscle injury in the biceps femoris of his right leg. His recovery will be monitored.
Meanwhile, the Real Madrid boss has repeatedly emphasized the need for stability, urging his players to improve after a poor run of performances over the last few weeks. He believes the team must sharpen their focus and execution if they hope to regain full momentum across all competitions. And with Bilbao next on the calendar, his message now carries even more weight.
Los Blancos will hope that the returning defenders can help restore balance, while Mendy begins his recovery process. The spotlight is firmly on Real Madrid tomorrow performance, consistency, and response will all be under close watch.
