REAL MADRID’S LONG-TERM INJURY ABSENTEE TAKES MAJOR REHABILITATION STEP
Real Madrid’s road to recovery has begun for one of their key players, as they start training with the ball after a lengthy injury layoff.
_PLAYER’S IDENTITY_
The player in question is none other than French defender, Ferland Mendy, who has been sidelined since April due to a serious hamstring injury.
_TRAINING UPDATE_
Mendy has progressed to on-field training with the ball, marking a significant milestone in his rehabilitation journey. This development signals a potential return to action in the near future.
_REHABILITATION TIMELINE_
Mendy’s injury timeline:
– April: Suffered hamstring injury
– May-June: Underwent surgery and initial rehabilitation
– July-September: Focused on strength and conditioning
– October: Began training with the ball
_COACH CARLO ANCELOTTI’S REACTION_
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti expressed optimism about Mendy’s progress:
“Ferland’s working hard, and it’s great to see him back on the pitch. We’ll monitor his progress, but this is a positive step.”
_MENDY’S IMPORTANCE TO REAL MADRID_
The French defender’s return will bolster Real Madrid’s defensive options:
– 14 appearances in the 2021-2022 La Liga title-winning campaign
– 2 goals, 2 assists in 10 Champions League matches
_REAL MADRID’S INJURY LIST UPDATE_
The latest on Real Madrid’s injured players:
– Ferland Mendy (hamstring) – nearing return
– Karim Benzema (thigh) – expected back in 2-3 weeks
– Eder Militão (knee) – out for 4-6 weeks
_REAL MADRID’S UPCOMING FIXTURES_
The Spanish giants face:
– Sevilla (La Liga, November 11)
– Chelsea (Champions League, November 15)
– Rayo Vallecano (La Liga, November 19)
Will Mendy’s return to fitness propel Real Madrid to success in the coming weeks?
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