Real Madrid‘s injury woes have escalated further with Ferland Mendy suffering his fifth injury of the season, a setback that occurred just ten minutes into a recent match. The French left-back indicated an issue with his right hip, adding his name once again to a growing list of sidelined players at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The latest injury compounds a season of frustration for Mendy, who has been severely limited in his contributions.
According to MARCA, he has featured in only nine matches this season, accumulating a mere 448 minutes on the pitch. His history of physical problems extends to last season, where he also sustained an injury during the Copa final.
This season, the team was without Mendy’s services until November 26, a period that included a Champions League visit to Athens. Intriguingly, the notes indicate that Xabi Alonso was unable to count on Mendy until that date.
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A relentless toll on the squad
Mendy’s recurring issues are emblematic of a much larger problem plaguing Real Madrid. The club is grappling with an incessant stream of physical ailments that has severely limited and conditioned the team’s performance throughout the campaign.
The injury list is extensive, with key players like Dani Carvajal also facing spells on the sidelines, further highlighting the depth of the crisis.
Despair at Valdebebas
The constant physical problems have led to significant concern within the club’s management. There is a palpable sense of despair at Valdebebas, the club’s training complex, as officials struggle to contain the relentless physical breakdowns. Unnamed club officials, lamenting the situation, were quoted by MARCA stating, “It’s impossible like this.”
As the season progresses, Real Madrid faces the daunting challenge of navigating crucial fixtures with a squad continually depleted by injuries. The latest setback for Ferland Mendy underscores the deep-seated physical issues that continue to cast a long shadow over the club’s ambitions.
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Sources: www.marca.com
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