Real Madrid’s Injury Crisis Intensifies Before Copa del Rey Showdown

Real Madrid’s preparation for the Copa del Rey final has been dealt a severe blow with the latest injuries to Eduardo Camavinga and David Alaba. These setbacks have created a significant headache for manager Carlo Ancelotti just three days before the crucial match against Barcelona at La Cartuja stadium.

Camavinga’s injury appears to be the more serious of the two. The French midfielder suffered a complete rupture of his left adductor tendon during the match against Getafe. This devastating injury will sideline him for the remainder of the season, including the upcoming Club World Cup.

Alaba’s condition, while less severe, is still concerning. The Austrian defender experienced discomfort in his left leg, likely due to muscle overload. Although official tests are pending, it’s highly improbable that he will recover in time for Saturday’s final.

On a more positive note, Kylian Mbappé has returned to full training following an ankle sprain. Ancelotti is optimistic about starting the star forward in the final. However, Ferland Mendy’s situation remains uncertain. The left-back has been out for over 40 days with a hamstring injury, and his recovery has been slower than expected.

With Alaba and Camavinga unavailable, Fran García is the likely candidate to start at left-back for Real Madrid in this crucial match. As the team grapples with these injury setbacks, Ancelotti will need to carefully consider his lineup options to field the strongest possible team against Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final.