Real Madrid have issued an official medical report on Federico Valverde after the midfielder sustained an ankle injury, according to Goal.com. The club's statement followed a 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid, a result that also left Carlo Ancelotti's side dealing with a fresh fitness concern. Goal.com described the club's announcement as a shocking statement regarding the player's condition.
The injury was picked up in the same match that saw Real Madrid lose to their city rivals, and the club's own website published a new medical report on Valverde. Punch Newspapers reported that the Uruguayan has been sidelined with the ankle problem, while dailypost.ng framed the setback as a major injury blow for the club following the derby result.
The timing adds to a difficult period for Real Madrid, coming in the wake of the Atletico loss. Valverde's absence would remove a regular presence from the midfield, though the club has not indicated how long he is expected to be out.
Separately, Goal.com reported that a Real Madrid legend criticised Valverde over an incident involving Kang In Lee, describing the player's actions as naive. That reaction came alongside the news of the injury, adding further scrutiny on the midfielder.
What to watch next: Real Madrid's forthcoming squad announcements and any update from the club on Valverde's expected recovery timeline.
