Real Madrid will be struggling for the fitness of Edouardo Camavinga ahead of their Champions League semifinal return leg against Manchester City.
Camavinga was seen holding an ice pack over his knee in the club's narrow 1-0 win over Getafe on Saturday.
The France international twisted his knee late in a bizarre challenge in the game against Getafe and had to be hurled off in the 84th minute.
On the Real Madrid bench, Edouardo Camavinga could be seen agonizingly struggling with knee pain as he held the ice park over his knee.
The injury is coming just four days before the return leg of the Champions League semi-final clash against Manchester City.
Camavinga was instrumental in Real Madrid's first-leg draw against Manchester City at Santiago Bernabeu.
The French midfielder took a solo run, pacing into the Manchester City half from the left before he set up Vinicius Jr for the thunderous opening goal in the first half.
The Los Blancos will hope to have the prolific defensive midfielder back on the squad as they take a trip to Etihad for the second leg.
Camavinga's injury could impact Carlo Ancelotti's planned tactics and lineup against Manchester City at Etihad.
If he is ruled out of the City clash, David Alaba will be used in the left-back role and Eder Militao retreat to join Antonio Rudiger at the center of the defense.
Real Madrid rested several big-name stars in the game against Getafe to prepare for the clash with City.
Antonio Rudiger was on the bench. Some of the first team players who started the game were Thibaut Courtois, Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, and Militao.
Former Chelsea star and out-of-favor midfielder, Eden Hazard was on the starting lineup for the first time since September 2022.
Karim Benzema, Toni Kroos, and Luca Modric were all rested ahead of the crunch tie with Manchester City but Vincius Jr was played.
Despite the big changes by Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid defeated the relegation-battling visitors by a goal margin.
Marco Asensio scored the only goal in the game as the La Liga giants waved a barren first draw to grab a deserved 1-0 win.
However, the victory came with a heavy cost with Camavinga picking a knee injury.
As of the time of filing this report, it was still unclear whether Camavinga would be fit to return to action against Manchester City on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid are yet to issue an official statement on the injury. However, Carlo Ancelotti was optimistic of Camavinga's imminent return after the knee injury.
In a spatial assessment of the injury situation in his post-match press conference, Ancelotti downplayed the injury saying Camavinga will just take a rest and return to the squad ahead of the Manchester City clash.
“It’s just a blow and he will recover fast. Everyone should be ready to face Manchester City. Camavinga has a knock, but he should be fine.”
The Italian further went on to add:
“Yes, he had a small twist in his knee, but it’s a blow, nothing more. Tomorrow he will rest, like the rest of those who have played.”
Real Madrid fans will be hoping to have Camavinga back for the crunch Champions League tie with Manchester City.
The reigning European
champions need a win against Manchester City to qualify for the final after the first-leg draw.
Where is Camavinga playing?
Camavinga is currently playing for Real Madrid. He joined the club in 2021 for £27m, signing a six-year contract.
What is the previous team of Camavinga?
Before joining Real Madrid, Camavinga played for French Ligue 1 side Rennes.
How much is Camavinga earning at Real Madrid?
Camavinga's net worth is estimated at £15.4m. His weekly wage at Real Madrid is £128,000.
How many goals has Camavinga this season?
Camavinga has not scored for Real Madrid this season in all competitions but he has managed two assists for the club.
Camavinga was seen holding an ice pack over his knee in the club's narrow 1-0 win over Getafe on Saturday.
The France international twisted his knee late in a bizarre challenge in the game against Getafe and had to be hurled off in the 84th minute.
On the Real Madrid bench, Edouardo Camavinga could be seen agonizingly struggling with knee pain as he held the ice park over his knee.
The injury is coming just four days before the return leg of the Champions League semi-final clash against Manchester City.
Camavinga was instrumental in Real Madrid's first-leg draw against Manchester City at Santiago Bernabeu.
The French midfielder took a solo run, pacing into the Manchester City half from the left before he set up Vinicius Jr for the thunderous opening goal in the first half.
The Los Blancos will hope to have the prolific defensive midfielder back on the squad as they take a trip to Etihad for the second leg.
Camavinga's injury could impact Carlo Ancelotti's planned tactics and lineup against Manchester City at Etihad.
If he is ruled out of the City clash, David Alaba will be used in the left-back role and Eder Militao retreat to join Antonio Rudiger at the center of the defense.
Real Madrid rested several big-name stars in the game against Getafe to prepare for the clash with City.
Antonio Rudiger was on the bench. Some of the first team players who started the game were Thibaut Courtois, Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, and Militao.
Former Chelsea star and out-of-favor midfielder, Eden Hazard was on the starting lineup for the first time since September 2022.
Karim Benzema, Toni Kroos, and Luca Modric were all rested ahead of the crunch tie with Manchester City but Vincius Jr was played.
Despite the big changes by Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid defeated the relegation-battling visitors by a goal margin.
Marco Asensio scored the only goal in the game as the La Liga giants waved a barren first draw to grab a deserved 1-0 win.
However, the victory came with a heavy cost with Camavinga picking a knee injury.
As of the time of filing this report, it was still unclear whether Camavinga would be fit to return to action against Manchester City on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid are yet to issue an official statement on the injury. However, Carlo Ancelotti was optimistic of Camavinga's imminent return after the knee injury.
In a spatial assessment of the injury situation in his post-match press conference, Ancelotti downplayed the injury saying Camavinga will just take a rest and return to the squad ahead of the Manchester City clash.
“It’s just a blow and he will recover fast. Everyone should be ready to face Manchester City. Camavinga has a knock, but he should be fine.”
The Italian further went on to add:
“Yes, he had a small twist in his knee, but it’s a blow, nothing more. Tomorrow he will rest, like the rest of those who have played.”
Real Madrid fans will be hoping to have Camavinga back for the crunch Champions League tie with Manchester City.
The reigning European
champions need a win against Manchester City to qualify for the final after the first-leg draw.
Where is Camavinga playing?
Camavinga is currently playing for Real Madrid. He joined the club in 2021 for £27m, signing a six-year contract.
What is the previous team of Camavinga?
Before joining Real Madrid, Camavinga played for French Ligue 1 side Rennes.
How much is Camavinga earning at Real Madrid?
Camavinga's net worth is estimated at £15.4m. His weekly wage at Real Madrid is £128,000.
How many goals has Camavinga this season?
Camavinga has not scored for Real Madrid this season in all competitions but he has managed two assists for the club.