Real Madrid defender Ibrahima Konate has been diagnosed with an injury to the collateral ligament of his right leg following medical assessments at Valdebebas. The center-back was forced to withdraw from France's squad for their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures.
The setback compounds a difficult international break for Los Blancos, who also recently lost midfielder Federico Valverde to a severe ankle sprain. Fortunately, medical reports indicate that Konate's knee issue is significantly less severe than initially feared.
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Subscribe"After the tests carried out today on our player Ibrahima Konate by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with an injury to the collateral ligament of his right leg," the club stated in an official medical report on Thursday.
Rehabilitation is already underway for the defender during the remaining weeks of the international break. Club staff expect him to miss a maximum of two weeks before resuming full training.
Konate Expected to Return for Villarreal Clash
Ibrahima Konate is widely expected to be fit for Real Madrid's first match back against Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabeu. His swift recovery is considered vital for the squad's defensive stability.
Manager Jose Mourinho faces a selection dilemma for the upcoming fixture due to Dean Huijsen's suspension following a red card against Atletico Madrid. Without Konate, the tactical options in defense would be severely restricted.
Journalist Sergio Lopez reported that the injury is minor, giving coaching staff optimism about a quick turnaround. Mourinho will monitor the rehabilitation process closely over the coming days.
The Spanish giants hope that medical clearance will arrive just in time to ensure a strong lineup against Villarreal as they navigate a demanding stretch of the season.