Relevo revealed that Fede Valverde’s physical condition is causing great concern for Real Madrid’s management, as the player has not fully recovered from his injury and is forcing himself to participate in matches.
Valverde suffered a left thigh muscle injury last February, but he still managed to pull through and completed the match. He also participated in matches against Manchester City and Atlético Madrid using painkillers.
The latest chapter in Valverde’s crisis came in the Uruguay vs. Argentina match, where he suffered discomfort but also managed to push through before coach Marcelo Bielsa substituted him in the second half.
Despite the player’s assertions that his substitution was a technical decision, not due to an injury, cameras showed him groaning in pain, further confirming that he is injured and not 100% healthy, as he tries to portray.
Initially, Valverde will not participate in the upcoming match against Bolivia on Tuesday, according to Bielsa. This is good news for the player and Real Madrid, but the absolute truth is that he needs more rest.
The 25-year-old has played 44 matches in all competitions this season, covering a total of 12,000 kilometers, which illustrates the extent of the stress and suffering he has endured.
Many have called for Valverde to be rested until he fully recovers, but Carlo Ancelotti disagrees and insists on relying on him, especially in big matches, due to his strong contributions on the pitch.
Real Madrid is preparing for a crucial period after the international break, as they face Arsenal in the Champions League quarterfinals, play the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal against Real Sociedad, and compete fiercely with Barcelona for the La Liga title.
