Real Madrid have been dealt a devastating injury blow as the my prepare for La Liga action at the weekend and Champions League round 16 matchup against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, MySportDab reports.
The LaLiga and European champions have been reeling with scores of injuries this season with the likes of Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe and other key struggling on and off the sidelines.
Now, they are set to face another fresh blow as reports confirmed midfielder Dani Ceballos is set to be sidelined.
The Spanish midfield sensation picked up a muscle injury during the club’s 1-0 away win over Real Socieded in Copa Del Rey semi-final first leg on Wednesday.
Sources close to the club have confirmed he will be sidelined and will miss some matches due to the blow.
While his exact return date has yet to be ascertained, it has been estimated that he could tarry on the sidelines for at least two months before returning to action.
Ceballos has been a key player for Carlo Ancelotti’s, proving a force to be reckoned with in the team’s selection since Dani Carvajal’s injury blow.
His versatility has been the team’s greatest resource especially amidst their depleted options in the defense.
He has deputized on right-back roles, supporting Anthony Rudiger and Aurelien Tchouameni and earning rave reviews for a stellar shift on the role.
The injury is likely to prove a major setback for the Los Blancos in this crucial phase in the La Liga title race and Champions League.
Los Blancos will play Real Betis at the weekend in La Liga before hosting cross-city and fiercest domestic rivals Atletico Madrid in Champions League quarterfinal first-leg on Tuesday.
Ceballos is expected to miss the two matches, including other a few other fixtures after March international break.
