

Despite a two-week break from club football due to the international window, Real Madrid continues to struggle with mounting injury concerns, particularly in defense. Key defenders Eder Militao, Dani Carvajal, Jesus Vallejo, and Ferland Mendy are already sidelined, leaving Los Blancos with limited options at the back.
The situation has worsened with left-back Ferland Mendy ruled out for at least three weeks. Fran Garcia was the only available alternative, but Marca reports that he also picked up a groin injury in the final minutes of the Villarreal match. Initially mistaken for exhaustion, further assessments confirmed the injury, potentially ruling him out for several games. With their defensive depth severely tested, Real Madrid faces a tough challenge as they navigate upcoming fixtures with a depleted backline.