Real Madrid were defeated 2-1 by Atlético Madrid in the LaLiga derby on Sunday, a result that was followed by a significant injury announcement from the Spanish giants.
In a statement posted on the club’s website after the match, Real Madrid confirmed that captain Fede Valverde had sustained an ankle injury during the game.
Valverde was tackled hard by Atlético’s Kang‑In Lee in a move that the referee did not penalise, leaving the Uruguayan midfielder with a severe trauma to his left ankle.
The 28‑year‑old will undergo further tests in the coming hours to assess the extent of the injury.
Valverde hopes to recover in time to feature for Real Madrid in their next fixture against Villarreal following the international break.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
