Why might Federico Valverde miss Uruguay vs India international friendly?
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The midfielder picked up a new injury against Atlético Madrid.
Federico Valverde was hurt after a violent charge from Kang-In Lee during the 2-1 loss to Atlético Madrid, and early indications say the Uruguayan midfielder might be out for three weeks.
According to Guillermo Rai of The Athletic, Valverde is anticipated to miss two to three weeks due to an issue with his left ankle and is unlikely to travel to Uruguay for the forthcoming international break.
During the first quarter, Kang-In Lee struck Valverde on his left ankle with his cleats. Referee Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias didn’t show a card, and VAR did not request an on-field review.
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The injury has the potential to sideline one of Real Madrid’s most crucial players just before the international break.
For the Spanish powerhouses, the ramifications might go far beyond the outcome.
According to The Athletic, Valverde is likely to be out for two to three weeks and will miss Uruguay’s forthcoming international break.
Valverde suffered serious injuries to his left ankle after being grabbed by the South Korean’s studs. Despite the referee’s obvious view of the incident, play continued.
Real Madrid have yet to make a medical statement confirming the full nature of the injury or a precise recovery date, implying that the club’s official diagnosis is still pending.
His possible absence would be especially crucial for Mourinho, considering the Uruguayan’s significance to his team.
Federico Valverde started the derby and has remained a key member of Real Madrid’s midfield. Just a few days before, he scored one of the goals in the Spanish club’s Champions League opening against Inter.
Which injury did Federico Valverde suffer?
He has sustained an ankle injury.
How long will he be out?
It is reported that he could be out for three weeks.
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