DAVID ALABA NEWS

Real Madrid Star Ruled Out for Remainder of Club World Cup Through Injury Real Madrid have confirmed defender David Alaba has been diagnosed with a new injury.

JUNE 28 • SI.COM

Suffers new injury Alaba, who's rehabbing from a knee injury, has been diagnosed with a left thigh injury, the club announced Friday.

Impact It seems Alaba can't stay healthy, and this new injury will push his timeline to return further back. Los Merengues have decent depth on defense, though, as they signed Dean Huijsen before the Club World Cup and should welcome Eder Militao back as well for the start of the 2025/26 campaign -- if not sooner. Alaba will aim to get fit for the start of preseason after the Club World Cup.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Kylian Mbappé sidelined with illness for Real Madrid's Club World Cup opener

Kylian Mbappé was sidelined for Real Madrid’s Club World Cup opener on Wednesday as the star forward recovers from an illness

JUNE 18 • Associated Press

Needs more time to return Alaba (knee) has trained with the team but needs more time to return, coach Xabi Alonso said in the press conference. "We need to be calm with the others. Alaba, Carvajal and Milit...

Impact Alaba is making good progress in his recovery from a long-term knee injury but will need more time before returning to action, with the earliest possible date being June 26 against Salzburg in the third game of the FIFA Club World Cup group stage. The Austrian suffered a torn meniscus in late April that ruled him out for the rest of the 2024/25 season. Alaba will face competition to regain a starting role in the backline, as new addition Dean Huijsen and Raul Asencio have both performed well despite their young age.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Trains partially Monday Alaba (knee) was spotted in team training on Monday wearing a strap, according to Madrid Xtra.

Impact Alaba suffered a torn meniscus in late April and has been improving well in his recovery since he was spotted in team training on Monday, eventhough he was wearing a strap on his knee. The Austrian is in a good position to be at the disposal of new coach Xabi Alonso for the Club World Cup starting next Wednesday against Al Hilal for the Merengues.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers torn meniscus Alaba suffered a torn meniscus, Real Madrid announced.

Impact Alaba's season is likely over after he suffered a torn meniscus. The defender went unused during the Copa del Rey final, and it's now clear why. With Alaba on the sideline Fran Garcia remains the only option for the starting role at left-back.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Unused substitute Saturday Alaba (leg) featured on the bench in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Barcelona in the Copa Del Rey final, confirming he has recovered from his injury.

Impact Alaba was an unused substitute in Saturday's final but his presence on the bench suggests he has recovered from his leg injury. He is expected to see increased playing time in upcoming fixtures following the setback from injury of Ferland Mendy.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Saturday Alaba is on the squad list for Saturday's Copa Del Rey match against Barcelona.

Impact Alaba looks to have recovered from his injuries after an early exit last outing, as he is on the squad list and appears to be an option. This is great news for the club, as he did start in their last outing. However, it is unknown if he will see that spot right after the injury, with Antonio Rudiger and Raul Asencio the other two options in the center of the defense.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid loses injured Camavinga for Copa del Rey final against Barcelona

Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga is expected to miss the Copa del Rey final and rest of the season because of a muscle injury

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Forced off at halftime Alaba (leg) was forced off at halftime of Wednesday's 1-0 win over Getafe due to injury and is unlikely to recover in time for Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, coac...

Impact Alaba will be assessed on Friday to determine the extent of his muscular injury, but he is unlikely to feature in Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Barcelona. He has started in recent important matches for Real Madrid, so his potential absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Fran Garcia expected to start at left-back if Ferland Mendy is not fully deemed fit for the final.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid beats Getafe 1-0 in Spanish league ahead of Copa del Rey final against Barcelona

Real Madrid has kept pace with Spanish league leader Barcelona with a 1-0 win at Getafe ahead of the rivals’ meeting in the Copa del Rey final

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Real Madrid needs extra time to oust Real Sociedad and advance to Copa del Rey final

Real Madrid needed extra time to get past Real Sociedad and reach its second Copa del Rey final in three seasons

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Unused before break Alaba went unused in the final two matches before the international break.

Impact Alaba made three starts in four matches prior to going unused, though it's possible his load is being carefully managed. The defender missed a large portion of the season via injury and his first attempt at coming back was marred by a setback. When fit Alaba is a valuable depth option, but Madrid are clearly being cautious in bringing him up to speed for the run in to end the campaign.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Making first start of season Alaba (groin) is starting for Real Madrid during Sunday's clash with Girona.

Impact Alaba is ready for his first start of the season after missing the last three league matches. The defender has been eased back into full match fitness with five appearances off the bench across La Liga and the Champions League since returning in January.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Possibility for Sunday Alaba (groin) is an option for Sunday's match against Girona, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "Alaba could be an option tomorrow after a long time out."

Impact Alaba looks to finally be back in the fold after his layoff, as after earning a minute at the end of Wednesday's City match, he is not fit for the squad again Sunday. This could be great news for the club, as they could have him back fully for the first time this season. That said, he will look for a bigger appearance to test his legs.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Trains, still not ready Alaba (groin) is out for Wednesday's match against Manchester City despite training.

Impact Alaba will need another match or two before he is ready for his return despite some hype around his availability Wednesday. However, he was training ahead of the contest, viewed working on grass with a ball. He will then hope to return Sunday against Girona, although that may still be too soon.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Could face Manchester City Alaba (groin) could return for Wednesday's clash against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League, manager Carlo Ancelotti told media Tuesday. "We need Alaba [and Rudiger] for...

Impact Alaba suffered a left groin injury in late January. He's made just four appearances off the bench this season, but given the stature of Wednesday's contest, it wouldn't be utterly shocking if he's inserted in the lineup for the match against the Premier League giants. He won't be available for Saturday's league match against Osasuna, though.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid's woes on defense compounded by new Alaba injury

Real Madrid's problems on defense have been compounded by a muscle injury to David Alaba

FEBRUARY 4 • Associated Press

Out for few weeks Alaba (thigh) will be out for a few weeks after the medical staff diagnosed a lesion in the adductor of his left thigh, the club announced.

Impact Alaba returned from his long-term knee injury, playing four games off the bench, but will unfortunately be out for two to three weeks after suffering a left leg groin injury. Raul Asencio is likely to see increased playing time again.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for minutes Alaba (knee) is likely for minutes in Sunday's match against Las Palmas, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "Alaba is fine, yesterday he played 40 minutes with good feelings. Ob...

Impact Alaba is finally set to make his long-awaited La Liga return, with the defender set to finally make the team sheet after making the squad list for Sunday's contest. He isn't going to see starting time but should appear late off the bench if that match is not at risk. This will be his first minutes in over a year due to his torn ACL, so expect the defender to be incorporated slowly.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list for cup game Alaba (knee) has been included in the squad for Thursday's Supercopa match against Mallorca, the club announced.

Impact Alaba is nearing a return to action and could feature against Mallorca in the Spanish Supercup. He has yet to make his season debut after recovering from a long-term knee injury. His return will provide a boost to the team, both defensively and as a leader.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Training with the team Tuesday Alaba (knee) is training with the squad Tuesday morning for the final public training session of the year at the Alfredo Di Stefano stadium, the club reported.

Impact Alaba is recovering from a long-term knee injury and is approaching a return to action. He is now training normally with the team, which is positive news as he will add depth to the defense and could become a potential starter once fully fit. This season, coach Carlo Ancelotti has experimented with young players such as Raul Asencio or Aurelien Tchouameni in a defensive role. Alaba's return will give Ancelotti additional options to manage his defense.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid add Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven to list of transfer targets as Champions League winners eye backup for injured Eder Militao and David Alaba | Goal.com US Real Madrid are eyeing a move for Tottenham Hotspur star Micky van de Ven as they look to bolster their backline.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Expected to play by mid-January Alaba (knee) is expected to train with the group following the break and will be fit by mid-January, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "Alaba is starting to train a little bit....

Impact Alaba has received a very positive update, with the defender now expected to return in the month of January. This is great news but shouldn't be surprising, as he has been training again since the start of December and will join the group following the break. He will hope everything goes to plan after around a year out, as he should contend for starting time once fit.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to group training Alaba (knee) has returned to group training and is targeting a return in January, manager Carlo Ancelotti told media during Friday's pre-match press conference, according to Mario...

Impact The center-back has yet to play at all this season while rehabbing from a knee injury, but it seems he's inching closer to a potential return. Given that the team is hoping to have him back at some point in January, he'll have plenty of time to get up to speed from a physical and technical perspective. Alaba should jump right into the XI when healthy, though, in the meantime, Raul Asencio is likely to continue seeing minutes at center-back alongside Antonio Rudiger.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE