The famous journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed the truth about the rumors that were circulating about the possibility of David Alaba retiring due to his inability to recover from his injury.
The Spanish radio station Onda Cero had said that Alaba was still suffering from pain, and that Real Madrid had begun to feel hopeless about his condition, and therefore would look to sign a new player in January.
What is the truth about Alaba’s retirement due to injury?
Romano confirmed in a tweet on Tuesday that the frequent news that Alaba was still suffering from pain and that the player had not recovered from his injury was baseless.
According to the reliable journalist, the rehabilitation process of the Austrian international is going well and according to the pre-set plan without any crises.
As for the player, he is satisfied with the way the recovery process is going, as are the technical staff and doctors, and there is no concern about his future at all.
Indeed, the 31-year-old feels better, contrary to what was circulated that his muscles are hurting him and he is unable to participate in training as required.
Date of Alaba’s return to Real Madrid
Alaba was supposed to return to participate with Real Madrid in October, but he did not complete his recovery, so the return was postponed for another two months.
According to the Spanish media, the former Bayern Munich star will return to participate with Real Madrid starting in January 2025, unless there is something new.
Given Romano’s words that the recovery plan is going well, the Austrian is expected to start participating on the previously scheduled date at the beginning of the new year.
What is David Alaba’s injury?
It remains to be noted that Alaba was injured last December during the Real Madrid and Villarreal match.
Alaba’s injury was a torn cruciate ligament and a torn ligament and meniscus in the knee.
What has David Alaba offered with Real Madrid so far?
Alaba joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2021 on a free transfer after a long experience with Bayern Munich that lasted for more than 10 years.
Alaba played 102 matches with the Merengue jersey in all competitions, during which he scored 5 goals and made 9 others. In terms of championships, Alaba won 9 titles with Real Madrid, represented by 2 La Liga, 2 Champions League, 2 Spanish Super Cups, 2 European Super Cups, and a King’s Cup title.
