Real Madrid fear they won't be able to rely on Alaba for important matches until March

David Alaba, Real Madrid’s central defender, has been sidelined for an extended period due to a severe injury. As the Austrian veteran edges closer to returning to action, concerns linger within the club regarding his readiness for high-stakes encounters.

Details. According to Football-Espana, uncertainty surrounds Alaba’s performance level upon his return. Real Madrid’s coaching staff reportedly does not expect the defender to be a dependable option for critical fixtures until at least March, reflecting a cautious approach to reintegrating him into the squad.

Reminder. Manager Carlo Ancelotti recently stated that Alaba is on track to rejoin the team around mid-January. The defender has been out since December 2023, following a devastating cruciate ligament injury that has kept him off the pitch for over a year.

Alaba joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2021 from Bayern Munich. Since then, he has recorded 5 goals and 9 assists in 102 matches for Los Blancos.