Real Madrid's Injury Concerns and Upcoming Fixtures

Real Madrid's Injury Concerns

Real Madrid will be without Thibaut Courtois, Eder Militao, and David Alaba for their upcoming La Liga clash with Getafe. Courtois and Militao have been sidelined since August due to ACL injuries, while Alaba suffered a similar knee injury towards the end of last year and will be out for the rest of the season.

Uncertain Return Dates

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti recently stated that both Courtois and Militao are expected to return before the end of the campaign, but the exact timeline for their comebacks remains unclear.

No Fresh Fitness Problems

Real Madrid did not encounter any new fitness issues in their recent 2-1 victory over Las Palmas. Additionally, the squad has been boosted by the return of Jude Bellingham, who was absent in the previous match due to suspension.

Eduardo Camavinga at Risk of Suspension

Eduardo Camavinga is included in the squad for the Getafe clash, but he faces the possibility of suspension. If he receives a yellow card in this match, he will be unavailable for the Madrid derby against Atletico Madrid on Sunday night.

Upcoming Fixtures

Real Madrid has three more league games against Getafe, Atletico Madrid, and Girona before their first leg Champions League clash with RB Leipzig on February 13.

Current Standing

Real Madrid currently sits in second place in the La Liga table, one point behind leaders Girona. However, they have a game in hand on the team at the top.

Ancelotti's Comments

Ahead of the match, Carlo Ancelotti described it as a crucial game for the season. He praised Getafe as a solid team that plays well and is strong in duels. Ancelotti expressed confidence in his team's abilities.

Arda Guler's Progress

Ancelotti provided an update on Arda Guler, who has had limited playing time due to injuries in his first season at Real Madrid. The coach stated that Guler is progressing well and adapting to the intensity of the club. Ancelotti acknowledged the pressure on the 18-year-old player and emphasized the need for patience.

Goalkeeping Situation

Ancelotti declined to reveal whether Andriy Lunin or Kepa Arrizabalaga will start in goal for the match against Getafe.

Real Madrid Squad

The Real Madrid squad for the Getafe clash includes Lunin, Kepa, Fran; Carvajal, Nacho, Vazquez, F Garcia, Rudiger, Mendy; Bellingham, Kroos, Modric, Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouameni, Ceballos, Guler; Vinicius, Rodrygo, Joselu, Brahim.