The key defender of Real is recovering ahead of schedule. He is hopeful to compete in the Euro 2024

Real Madrid's Austrian defender David Alaba has been sidelined since mid-December. The experienced footballer suffered a cruciate ligament tear in his knee during the match against Villarreal on December 17th.

According to initial forecasts, the defender was expected to be out more than six months and would not recover in time for the summer Euro 2024.

However, according to reports from Spanish media, the player's recovery is progressing ahead of schedule. Alaba is feeling better, and his knee is showing positive dynamics and response. The footballer is determined to fully recover by summer to assist the Austrian national team in the European Championship.

It is worth noting that Austria will compete in the same group as the Netherlands, France, and one of the winners of the qualification matches in Euro 2024.

Thibaut Courtois, Eder Militao, and Jude Bellingham are still in Real Madrid's infirmary. Earlier reports suggested that one of the team's leaders would start training this week.