Real Madrid defender David Alaba has undergone surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee. This injury, sustained during a match against Villarreal in December, will sideline him for the rest of the 2023/24 season and also cause him to miss the 2024 European Championships.
Recovery from such an injury typically takes seven to eight months, which means Alaba will be aiming to return before the start of the 2024/25 seasonDavid Alaba of Real Madrid has undergone a new knee surgery, which significantly impacts his recovery timeline and rules him out of participating in the 2024 European Championships.
Alaba initially suffered an ACL tear in December 2023 during a match against Villarreal.
The injury led to his absence for the remainder of the 2023/24 season.The recent surgery, an arthroscopic procedure performed in Austria, further delays his recovery process.
This development is a significant blow to both the player and Real Madrid, as Alaba is a key figure in their defensive lineup.
Despite Real Madrid’s successful season in La Liga and the Champions League, the club has faced numerous challenges, including a spate of injuries within their defensive ranksReal Madrid’s David Alaba has undergone a second knee surgery, further delaying his recovery and ruling him out of the upcoming 2024 European Championships.
Initially, Alaba suffered an ACL tear in December 2023 during a match against Villarreal, which sidelined him for the remainder of the 2023/24 seasonThe new surgery, an arthroscopic procedure performed in Austria, presents a significant setback for Alaba and Real Madrid.
Despite interest from other clubs, his prolonged recovery means he is unlikely to be transferred this summerAustria will miss their captain on the field, but national team coach Ralf Rangnick has invited Alaba to join the team’s technical staff for the Euros. Alaba has accepted the offer, allowing him to contribute his leadership and experience off the field
