David Alaba, the 32-year-old Austrian defender for Real Madrid, has been sidelined since December 2023 due to a severe knee injury involving a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee, along with damage to the meniscus and tendons.<\/p>\n
Initially, Alaba\u2019s return was anticipated for late 2024. However, complications in his recovery, including cartilage degradation leading to persistent knee pain, have delayed his comeback. As of October 2024, reports indicated that his return might be postponed until January 2025.<\/p>\n
Despite these setbacks, Alaba has remained optimistic, sharing training images and expressing his determination to return to full fitness without setting a specific timeline.<\/p>\n
In light of his prolonged absence, Real Madrid has faced challenges in their defensive lineup, prompting discussions about seeking reinforcements in the upcoming transfer window.<\/p>\n
As of January 2025, there is cautious optimism about Alaba\u2019s potential return to action. Reports suggest that he could be back on the field around January 20, with the Champions League match against Salzburg on January 22 marking a possible comeback.<\/p>\n
Alaba\u2019s situation has been part of a broader injury crisis at Real Madrid, with several players suffering similar ligament injuries over the past year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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