Alaba ruled out for Real Madrid’s Clasico, Juventus clashes

Real Madrid defender David Alaba will miss upcoming matches against Juventus in the Champions League and Barcelona in the Clásico after medical tests revealed severe fatigue in his right soleus muscle, according to Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo. The examinations conducted showed no muscle injury, but the fatigue will sideline him for seven to 10 days. Alaba departed at halftime in Real Madrid's last match against Getafe after experiencing muscular discomfort, and club medical staff confirmed he cannot participate in the next two fixtures. The absence presents another challenge for coach Xabi Alonso as the team faces a defensive player shortage due to recurring injuries, complicating efforts to restore balance ahead of two important matches that could influence the season's outcome.