An early pre-season injury has kept Eduardo Camavinga from making his first appearance in the 2024-25 season, but he has been diligently working behind the scenes to facilitate a swift return.
The French midfielder sustained a knee injury during training prior to the UEFA Super Cup, but he began training on the grass last week, marking significant progress in his recovery.
According to MARCA, there’s more positive news for Carlo Ancelotti and his team. Camavinga has been training individually on the fields of Valdebebas over the past week and is now ready to take a crucial step forward in his rehabilitation.
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Tomorrow, he will participate in group training for the first time since his injury, and how he feels during this session will determine the timeline for his return.
Closing in on a return. (Photo by WOJTEK RADWANSKI/AFP via Getty Images)
If Eduardo Camavinga can complete training without any pain or discomfort, Carlo Ancelotti intends to include him in the squad against Atletico Madrid this weekend for the crucial derby.
With Kylian Mbappe sidelined for three weeks due to injury, Ancelotti is considering a tactical shift back to a 4-4-2 formation. Jude Bellingham, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Federico Valverde are set to be guaranteed starters, and Camavinga could be the fourth player in the midfield if he makes a timely recovery.
If Camavinga isn’t ready, Ancelotti will likely turn to Luka Modric for his experience, although Arda Guler is also a strong contender for a starting role.
As Camavinga’s return nears, it’s expected that the young midfielder will quickly accumulate playing time and regain his previous prominence at the club, especially as Ancelotti has faced a severe shortage of resources in recent weeks.