Real Madrid’s midfield has been dealt a significant blow with the news that Eduardo Camavinga will miss the start of the season due to a knee ligament sprain. The French international suffered the injury during a training session on Tuesday, slipping and colliding with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni.
Spanish reports suggest that Camavinga could be sidelined for up to seven weeks, potentially missing Madrid’s first matches in the Champions League in September and October. The injury comes at an inopportune time for Madrid, who are already without Toni Kroos, who retired from football this summer.
Camavinga’s absence leaves the reigning Spanish and European champions thin in midfield ahead of the new season. The 20-year-old has become an important player for Madrid since joining from Rennes in 2021, making 46 appearances in all competitions last season.
With Camavinga out, Madrid will likely rely on Tchouameni, Luka Modric, and Federico Valverde in midfield. However, the loss of Camavinga’s versatility and energy will be a significant blow.
The injury also raises questions about Madrid’s transfer strategy. The club has been linked with a move for Jude Bellingham of Borussia Dortmund, but it remains to be seen whether they will now accelerate their pursuit of the English midfielder.
For now, Madrid will have to cope without Camavinga as they prepare for the start of the new season. The Champions League holders face Europa League winners Atalanta on Wednesday in the European Super Cup before their La Liga campaign kicks off on Sunday at Real Mallorca.
