In a surprising development at Real Madrid, the team received disappointing news during training this week, as French player Eduardo Camavinga suffered a new injury. The recurring injuries he has faced recently have been a major setback for the young player’s career, but what happened during this training session was a new shock that could directly impact the team’s preparations for the 2025-26 season.
This training session at the Ciutat Esportiva was a pivotal moment, as coach Xabi Alonso and his technical team continue preparing for the season and working to determine the starting lineup that will be crucial to the team’s journey. However, with this sudden injury, Real Madrid will now be without Camavinga, a player who had hoped to be a key part of the tactical plan in midfield.
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In this context, those close to the club have indicated that Camavinga’s repeated injuries last season significantly reduced his chances of being a regular starter with the team. Despite his brilliance in certain matches, his physical instability and intermittent participation affected his progress towards a consistent starting role.
The reaction within the club was as expected. President Florentino Pérez expressed his deep regret over this setback, saying, “The boy doesn’t deserve what’s happening to him.” Camavinga had been seen as a key part of the team’s long-term project, alongside compatriot Aurélien Tchouaméni, with the hope that he would eventually take on the defensive pivot role in the coming years. The club had even previously rejected the signing of players such as Rodrigo Hernández, signaling the trust placed in Camavinga.
With Camavinga now absent, Tchouaméni’s importance in the squad has increased. He is expected to be the first-choice defensive pivot and could also be used as a center-back when needed. This situation highlights the changes that could affect the team’s dynamics at the start of the season.
The club’s medical reports confirmed that Camavinga has suffered a sprained right ankle, which may not require an extended recovery period. However, he will certainly miss the start of La Liga, and his participation in the first Champions League matches remains uncertain.
This injury is a major blow to the young player, who was hoping to prove himself further under coach Xabi Alonso, especially in a season that is seen as a fresh start for all players.
