Xabi Alonso Faces New Real Madrid Injury Woes Ahead of Girona Match
Real Madrid is once again dealing with injury challenges as they prepare to face Girona. Center back Raúl Asencio has been ruled out due to illness, leaving coach Xabi Alonso short-handed.
Xabi Alonso Faces New Defensive Challenges
Asencio, who is suffering from gastrointestinal issues, missed training before the La Liga match against Girona on Sunday evening. His absence impacts a defense already strained by injuries to other players.
Defensive Woes for Real Madrid
- Raúl Asencio: Out with gastroenteritis.
- Éder Militão: Returning from an adductor injury.
- Antonio Rüdiger: Back from a hamstring injury.
- Other injured players include: Dani Carvajal, Dean Huijsen, and David Alaba.
Prior to his illness, Asencio had made three consecutive starts in place of injured teammates. Although he provided some stability, his mixed form raised concerns. Alonso hopes for a solid performance despite missing Asencio.
Positive Returns Strengthen Squad
While Asencio cannot participate, Alonso welcomed back Militão and Rüdiger for the match. Militão, fresh from injury during international duty, could see his first game since a draw with Elche on November 9. Rüdiger’s return from a nearly three-month recovery is also a significant boost for the squad.
Furthermore, Franco Mastantuono has joined the squad after recovering from a groin injury. He will be part of the traveling team to Estadi Montilivi for the match against Girona.
As Real Madrid looks to secure a victory, all eyes will be on the returning players to fill the gaps left by injuries and illness in the defense.
