Vinicius Jr injured: what is the injury and how long is he out for?

Real Madrid's Brazilian winger has suffered an injury that will keep him out of action.

Vinicius Jr. of Real Madrid has suffered an injury that will keep him out of action for the coming weeks.

The Brazilian winger started and played all 90 minutes in Real Madrid's recent LaLiga victory over CD Leganés, although it appears the player did not emerge unscathed.

What injury does Vinicius Jr. have?

The winger has suffered a hamstring injury that will reportedly keep him on the sidelines until mid-December when Real Madrid play the Intercontinental Cup.

According to the first reports from Spain, his return date is December 18, the final of the aforementioned tournament.

Real Madrid's next match is against Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League, which will be played at Anfield on Wednesday.

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