Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga has been ruled out of Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup clash against Atalanta and the start of the new season after sustaining a knee injury.
The 21-year-old France international picked up the injury during a training session at the Warsaw National Stadium on Tuesday. Camavinga caught his studs on the turf, leading to a collision with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni.
Scans confirmed a sprain of the collateral ligament in his left knee, Real Madrid announced on Wednesday. While the club did not provide a specific timeframe for his recovery, reports suggest Camavinga could be sidelined for up to seven weeks.
The midfielder was a key player for Real Madrid last season, making 46 appearances across all competitions as they secured both the La Liga title and the Champions League trophy. His absence is a significant blow to manager Carlo Ancelotti, particularly ahead of the Super Cup showdown.
The match in Poland will see Kylian Mbappe make his competitive debut for Real Madrid following his high-profile transfer from Paris Saint-Germain. However, the excitement surrounding his arrival is tempered by the loss of Camavinga, who was widely expected to be a key part of the midfield.
Real Madrid will begin their La Liga title defence against Mallorca at the Bernabeu on 18 August. They will hope for a swift recovery for Camavinga, but his absence could have a considerable impact on their early season performances.
