Real Madrid have confirmed that defender Dani Carvajal has suffered a soleus muscle injury on his right leg. This is a cause of great concern to the club, especially on their defensive area., Softfootball gathers.
Carvajal picked up the problem during Saturday’s 5-2 derby defeat to Atlético Madrid and was substituted around the hour mark. His availability for Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Kairat is now in serious doubt.
The club’s medical statement was released via its official media on Sunday. The statement reads:
Carvajal medical report
Following tests carried out today on Dani Carvajal by Real Madrid’s medical department, the player has been diagnosed with an injury to the soleus muscle in his right leg. His progress will be monitored.
The setback deepens Madrid’s defensive crisis, with Éder Militao nursing an ankle knock and both Antonio Rüdiger and Trent Alexander-Arnold sidelined by hamstring issues.
Head coach Xabi Alonso may turn to Federico Valverde or Raúl Asencio to cover at right-back, but Carvajal’s experience and leadership will be difficult to replace.
Los Blancos remain top of La Liga with 18 points, though Barcelona can move ahead if they defeat Real Sociedad later tonight. No recovery timetable has been set, with the club confirming only that Carvajal’s condition will be closely monitored.
