Real Madrid staff are considering a significant decision that could impact their squad in the newly-formatted FIFA Club World Cup in the USA. According to reports from Marca, a trio of key first-team players might be prevented from participating on the pitch. This potential move stems from specific concerns regarding player health and safety.
The potential decision follows a pitch inspection conducted by club emissaries in the USA before the tournament began. Their assessment highlighted a critical recommendation: any outfield player who has recently suffered an ACL tear should not play. This guidance is aimed at protecting players from potentially harmful field conditions.
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This recommendation directly impacts defenders Éder Militão, Dani Carvajal, and David Alaba, all of whom have faced recent serious knee injuries. Keeping them sidelined is seen as a necessary step to avoid reinjury on what were deemed unfavourable surfaces. The club wants to prioritize their long-term fitness during this busy period.
Real Madrid entered the US-based tournament hoping for a strong showing, particularly after a less successful 2024/25 campaign. However, the final decision now rests with manager Xabi Alonso regarding this trio. While his agreement isn’t confirmed, it appears likely these headline defenders may watch the Club World Cup matches from the sidelines.
