Real Madrid issued an official medical update on Fede Valverde on September 20, confirming severe trauma to the midfielder’s left ankle following the derby defeat to Atletico Madrid. The Uruguayan finished the match despite the knock, meaning the immediate picture is one of uncertainty rather than a confirmed spell on the sidelines.
Valverde picked up the injury during the 2-1 loss at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, a result that continued a difficult run for Los Blancos following their win over Inter Milan. According to the primary club report, the damage stemmed from a strong tackle by Atletico’s Kang-in Lee that went unpunished by referee…
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