Eduardo Camavinga exits France-Chile friendly with ankle injury
Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga left a France friendly against Chile on Tuesday with an apparent ankle injury.
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Camavinga suffers an ankle injury
The 21-year-old exited the game before halftime in France’s 3-2 friendly win over Chile.
Camavinga slowly walked off under his power in the 43rd minute but he was in discomfort.
He was replaced by Matteo Guendouzi a minute later.
Reports stated that Camavinga sustained a sprained left ankle after undergoing initial tests.
France and Real Madrid will continue to monitor Camavanga’s situation to reveal the extent of his injury.
The expected timeframe of recovery would indicate around at least two weeks.
Crucial loss for Real Madrid
Camavinga’s injury could be a major concern for Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid.
Madrid will have their UEFA Champions League quarter-final first-leg fixture with Manchester City on April 9.
The midfielder missed eight games for Real Madrid after injuring his knee during the November international break.
Camavinga’s status with Real Madrid in their upcoming Champions League quarter-final remains unclear.
Either way, Camavinga only adds to the growing list of injured Real Madrid players.
During this year’s international break, goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois suffered another knee injury during training.
David Alaba and Eder Militao are still out this season.
Camavinga emerged as a vital player for LaLiga leaders Real Madrid this season.
He made 32 appearances in all competitions, contributing two assists for the team.
