Overview

• Real Madrid’s medical team confirmed a left biceps femoris injury after the defender came off inside five minutes of the 2-1 win over Marseille.
• Spanish and international outlets report a six-to-eight week recovery window, with the club yet to set an official timetable.
• That timeline threatens his availability for the Madrid derby on September 27, El Clásico on October 26, and the November 4 trip to Anfield.
• Dani Carvajal, who replaced him against Marseille, was sent off and now faces a Champions League suspension, tightening options at right-back.
• The setback deepens doubts over his near-term England involvement after his recent omission, though he told fans on Instagram he intends to return quickly.