Real Madrid to recover key player in time for Athletic Club showdown

Real Madrid is deep in an injury crisis, especially in defence. Carlo Ancelotti is currently without the services of Eder Militao and David Alaba, while makeshift option Aurelien Tchouameni has also been out injured since early November. However, his return after a month's absence is coming soon.

Tchouameni will not be available for Real Madrid's match against Getafe on Sunday, but according to Marca he will be fit enough to return for next Wednesday's showdown in San Mames when Los Blancos take on Athletic Club.

It is expected that Tchouameni will be deployed as a central defender in the weeks following his return from injury, although Eduardo Camavinga's absence could mean he is deployed in midfield for San Mames, provided he is given an immediate starting spot by Ancelotti. Real Madrid will be very grateful for his comeback, which will happen sooner or later.