Overview

• Real Madrid said tests showed a rectus femoris injury in Rüdiger’s left leg and gave no timeline, stating his recovery is pending evolution.
• Multiple outlets, including Spanish press and leading reporters, estimate an absence of about 10–12 weeks, while some reports suggest up to two months.
• Reports say the center back was hurt in training on Friday before the trip to Real Sociedad, ruling him out of Saturday’s match.
• Based on reported timetables, he is expected to miss the Madrid derby and the season’s first Clásico, plus several Champions League dates such as Marseille and showdowns with Juventus and Liverpool.
• With defensive depth already stretched, coverage projects Xabi Alonso leaning on Eder Militão and Dean Huijsen at center back, with David Alaba and Raúl Asencio as alternatives.