Real Madrid injury update – October 2021
Isco has an overloaded back, and while he was expected to have recovered by now, the Spaniard suffered a relapse and should return some time within the next week.
Gareth Bale picked up an injury on the eve of Real Madrid’s LaLiga match against Celta Vigo (September 11). The Welshman is expected to return in late November.
Dani Ceballos suffered two ligament ruptures to his ankle during the opening match of the Olympics vs Egypt on the 22nd of July. The Spaniard is making good progress with his recovery and trained with the ball on Monday, 25 October, for the first time since his injury.
Fede Valverde sprained his knee during El Clasico and will be out for 8-10 days according to Mario Cortegana.
Real Madrid’s injury list as of the 26th of October 2021:
| Player | Injury type | Injury date | Estimated return date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dani Ceballos | Ankle ligament tear | 22 July 2021 | 20 November 2021 |
| Gareth Bale | Muscle injury | 11 September 2021 | 22 November 2021 |
| Isco | Back injury | 2 October 2021 | 30 October 2021 |
| Fede Valverde | Knee sprain | 24 October 2021 | 6 November 2021 |
*Estimated return dates are based on the average recovery time.
