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Official: Real Madrid defender undergoes successful surgery; likely to return in October
Real Madrid have officially announced that defender Eder Militao has undergone successful surgery on his hamstring injury today.
“Our player Eder Militao underwent successful surgery today for a ruptured proximal tendon of the biceps femoris muscle in his left leg,” the statement read.
“The operation was performed by Dr. Lasse Lempainen under the supervision of the Real Madrid Medical Services. Militao will begin his rehabilitation in the coming days.”
Parte médico de Militão.https://t.co/Ul1xP4ltzW
— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) April 28, 2026
Militao suffered his hamstring injury in win against Deportivo Alaves last week, when he had to be taken off after starting the match at centre-back.
Initially, it was thought the issue might not be serious but tests confirmed a major problem which needed him to undergo surgery or continue at the risk of future relapses.
As such, Militao went under the knife today in Finland and he will not play for Real Madrid this season as well as for Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In fact, as reported by Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid do not expect Militao to be back in action until October, meaning he will miss two months at the start of the new season as well.
The situation is far from ideal for Real Madrid, who are growing concerned about the Brazilian defender’s constant fitness problems.
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
