Eduardo Camavinga, Real Madrid’s young midfielder, is set to miss the UEFA Super Cup match against Atalanta, as well as the initial phase of the upcoming season, due to a knee injury. The 21-year-old French international twisted his knee during a training session at Warsaw’s National Stadium on Tuesday. The injury occurred when Camavinga’s studs got stuck in the ground, leading to a collision with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni.
A medical examination later revealed that Camavinga had sprained the collateral ligament in his left knee. Although Real Madrid did not specify the exact duration of his absence, reports suggest that the club expects him to be out for as long as seven weeks. This injury is a significant setback for Camavinga, who was a key player for Real last season, featuring in 46 matches across all competitions as the team clinched both the La Liga and Champions League titles.
Real Madrid faces a challenging start to the new season without Camavinga, who had become an integral part of their midfield. The team will now have to adjust their strategy as they prepare to compete against Atalanta, the 2024 Europa League champions, in the UEFA Super Cup held in Poland. The match takes place under the shadow of Camavinga’s injury, which disrupts the team’s preparation.
Adding to the anticipation, this Super Cup match is expected to mark Kylian Mbappe’s competitive debut for Real Madrid following his high-profile transfer from Paris Saint-Germain. As Los Blancos prepare to defend their La Liga title, they will also be missing Camavinga for their first league match against Mallorca at the Bernabeu on August 18. His absence will likely impact the team’s dynamics as they aim to replicate their success from the previous season.
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