Headache for Alonso. Raúl Asensio to miss Girona clash

Real Madrid are facing a squad headache ahead of their La Liga fixture against Girona. Raúl Asensio has been ruled out due to acute gastroenteritis and will remain in Madrid, as reported by AS.

Éder Militão is now fit, having recovered from an adductor injury, and his place in the starting lineup is beyond doubt. Asensio's absence leaves Xabi Alonso with a tough choice: who will partner the Brazilian at the heart of defense—Álvaro Carreras or Antonio Rüdiger?

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Rüdiger has fully recovered and trained with the first team all week, but he still lacks match sharpness. Carreras is also available, and it appears Alonso will opt for him in the starting XI. Kickoff is set for 21:00 Central European Time.