Real Madrid’s goalless draw at Rayo Vallecano was compounded by injuries to key players Fede Valverde and Thibaut Courtois, who now face medical assessments to determine the damage.
Real Madrid’s underwhelming goalless draw against Rayo Vallecano has been overshadowed by injuries to key midfield and goalkeeping figures, Fede Valverde and Thibaut Courtois, compounding a disappointing week for the league leaders.
Midfielder Fede Valverde was the first concern, forced off the pitch in the 83rd minute of the game at Vallecas. The Uruguayan, who was substituted by Xabi Alonso, pulled up with a recurring issue.
According to Diario AS reporting suggest, Valverde’s substitution was a result of discomfort in his hamstring and adductor muscles—a problem he had initially picked up during the earlier clash against Liverpool.
Real Madrid’s medical staff plan to conduct thorough tests over the next 24 hours to precisely determine the extent of the damage.
The club’s injury woes were worsened by the news that goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is also experiencing physical issues.
The Belgian international is said to be struggling with thigh discomfort following the match. Like Valverde, Courtois is scheduled for medical examinations.
Despite the immediate concerns, the timing of the injuries offers a slight reprieve due to the imminent international break. There is optimism that he will not miss any matches at club level for Valverde, as the break provides a crucial recovery window.
However, the situation is more pressing for Courtois, whose injury is currently deemed “nothing serious,” but it has yet to be determined whether he can still participate with Belgium, who have crucial World Cup qualifiers scheduled.
Real Madrid will be hoping both players are back at 100% when they return to La Liga action with a trip to Elche following the break.