Carlo Ancelotti reveals Vinicius Junior is ahead of schedule in injury recovery
Real Madrid have had rotten luck with injuries this season. No less than five first team players have already been ruled out with various issues, some more serious than others.
Thibaut Courtois and Eder Militao are long-term casualties after rupturing their ACLs, while Dani Ceballos, Ferland Mendy and Vinicius Junior all suffered muscular issues that are less serious, but this problematic.
The former pair have returned to full training and are in contention to play against Real Sociedad on Sunday, while Carlo Ancelotti has revealed – during his press conference for the match – than Vinicius is not far behind.
“We don’t know when he will return. He’s recovering well but we won’t force him. He will start training with the team next week. He will be back before the expected 6 weeks.”
Vinicius tore his hamstring against Celta Vigo three weeks ago, but it appears that he is edging closer to a return, which is excellent news for Real Madrid. He could even be available for next weekend’s Madrid derby (via MD), although that would be a risk.
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