Real Madrid key player ruled out with devastating injury
Real Madrid Midfielder Dani Ceballos Ruled Out Until May
Real Madrid’s midfield setup took a hit as midfielder Dani Ceballos suffered a knee injury during their Copa del Rey semi-final clash with Real Sociedad. The club confirmed that Ceballos will be sidelined until May due to an issue affecting the membrane in his left knee.
Ceballos’ Injury Impact on Real Madrid
Ceballos, who had recently secured a starting spot in the XI, played a crucial role in smoothing out Real Madrid’s midfield play. His ability on the ball and vision of the game helped the team in playing out from the back and controlling possession. His absence will force Carlo Ancelotti to explore alternative options in midfield.
Options for Ancelotti
With Ceballos out, Aurelien Tchouameni’s return to form has been a positive development for Real Madrid. Ancelotti will now have to choose between Eduardo Camavinga, Fede Valverde, and Luka Modric to partner Tchouameni in midfield, with Jude Bellingham playing a more advanced role.
Assessing Replacement Options
Valverde, who has impressed at right-back recently, may be a viable option in midfield. Modric, with a similar skillset to Ceballos, brings experience but questions linger over his ability to handle high-intensity matches. Camavinga offers energy and quality on the ball, although pairing him with Tchouameni has posed challenges in the past.
