Initial predictions, likely influenced by optimism and hope, suggested that David Alaba might return to the field in November. However, these estimates lacked medical support. The new prognosis states that the Real Madrid defender will not be playing football before 2025.Thus, the entire calendar year will pass without Alaba playing. He suffered a knee ligament injury on December 17, 2023, in a match against Villarreal. As a result, he missed the second half of last season and was absent from the European Championship with the Austrian national team.##NAJAVA_MECA_8405661##Around the end of August, Real Madrid’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti, said: “Alaba has started running.”This was supposed to indicate that he might return to the field in a month or two. The expectation was that this would happen in November, after the international break. But, alas…According to AS, citing sources within the club, Alaba’s knee is currently in good condition, but no one wants to rush his return to the field to avoid another long-term absence. The Austrian is 33 years old, which is a factor to consider when it comes to recovery.The journey back is worth every step. pic.twitter.com/mMaTJkSzqQ— David Alaba (@David_Alaba) October 10, 2024 Real Madrid are certainly facing challenges with their defenders, as right-back Dani Carvajal is out for the long term due to a knee injury, ending his season. Additionally, Éder Militão has been struggling to find form, moving from one injury to another, and just two days ago, he was sidelined again due to a thigh muscle issue.
