Real Madrid have confirmed another injury blow

Real Madrid have confirmed another injury blow, with young defender Dean Huijsen sidelined after picking up a muscle problem while on international duty. The 20-year-old, who recently joined from Bournemouth and has impressed in his early outings for Los Blancos, was called up to the Spain national team for their fixtures against Georgia and Bulgaria. However, medical tests revealed a muscular injury to the soleus muscle in his left leg, as confirmed by the club’s official statement on Wednesday. 

Real Madrid noted that further updates on his recovery will follow. The setback is disappointing for both club and country, especially after Huijsen’s strong start to the season. He now joins Lamine Yamal and Rodri among Spain’s latest absentees for the October international break, adding to Madrid’s growing list of fitness concerns.