Real Madrid has suffered a setback for their upcoming match against Manchester City.

 

David Alaba, who was unable to continue playing due to an injury during the quarterfinal encounter between Real Madrid and Chelsea, is said to have suffered a muscle tear, according to sources from the Spanish media. This indicates that the Austrian player will most likely be out of commission for between two and three weeks. Real Madrid will suffer a significant setback as a result of this news, as Alaba will be unable to participate in a number of future matches. These matches include the King's Cup final on May 6 against Osasuna and the vital Champions League semi-final against Manchester City on May 9 and 17. Because Eder Militao will also miss the opening leg of the match, it's possible that Carlo Ancelotti will have to rely on Antonio Rudiger and Nacho as his combination for the center defensive position.

The 2023 season of Real Madrid has been cut short due to injuries.

David Alaba, who is currently in his second season in Spain, has been having a lot of trouble physically, notably in 2023. Since the beginning of the year, the former nine-time champion of the Bundesliga has missed a total of 13 games, which is comparable to an absence of 53 days in just four months. These are worrying figures that underline his susceptibility to injuries, an issue that was previously clear while he was playing for Bayern Munich. His history of injuries dates back to when he was there. Real Madrid, on the other hand, continues to harbor the belief that the Austrian defender will make a rapid recovery and be fit to play in the forthcoming vital matches against Manchester City. Real Madrid will require the entirety of their defensive lineup to be at full strength in order to face the challenging challenge of competing against Erling Haaland and his teammates.