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Real Madrid facing unexpected crisis at crucial position ahead of Elche clash Just like in previous seasons, Real Madrid are once again dealing with a serious injury crisis at a crucial stage of the campaign. As the team prepares for an important La Liga fixture against Elche, the squad is heavily depleted. Real Madrid could be without as many as nine players due to a mix of injuries and suspensions.
This situation has left the coaching staff with limited options in several areas of the pitch, but one position that has been particularly affected is the left-back role. A role of concern Alvaro Arbeloa normally has three players who can operate on the left side of defence. These include Ferland Mendy, Alvaro Carreras, and Fran Garcia.
However, heading into the Elche match, the reality is that none of them are arriving in ideal conditions. The biggest concern once again surrounds Mendy. The French defender has struggled with consistency and injuries over the past few seasons, and his reliability has often been questioned.
Unfortunately for Real Madrid, the situation has repeated itself. Mendy is currently back on the treatment table after suffering his third injury of the season, which means he will not be able to help the team during this important period. Then there’s Carreras The second issue involves Carreras.
He was playing regularly and gaining confidence before suffering an injury during the match against Getafe. Fran Garcia is the only fit left-back. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images) Because of that setback, he will also miss the upcoming league match against Elche.