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latest Real Madrid Injury Update & Return Date- Thibaut Courtois; Valverde;Tchouaméni; Carvajal; Mastantuono recovery progress, and expected comeback times
Real Madrid aren’t immune to injury problems this season. A handful of key players are currently sidelined, and the medical updates have become a major talking point for fans as the team pushes through La Liga and Europe.
Knowing who is out, what the injury is, and when they might return gives a clearer picture of how the squad will look in the coming weeks.
In this article, we break down Real Madrid’s injury list, the latest return date estimates, what it means for the team, and what the manager is saying.
Here are the main Real Madrid players who are injured right now, together with what their injury is, and when they are most likely to return:
Thibaut Courtois
Injury: Muscle injury
Return: Out for 10–12 days; possibly back by 23 Nov for match vs Elche
Federico Valverde
Injury: Semimembranosus (hamstring) injury
Return: Around 10 days recovery; could return around 23 Nov
Aurélien Tchouaméni
Injury: Muscle injury
Return: Early December 2025; likely misses next 4 games
Dani Carvajal
Injury: Knee injury
Return: Early January 2026
Franco Mastantuono
Injury: Pubalgia (groin injury)
Return: No fixed return date; recovery depends on injury progress (Indefinite)
Antonio Rüdiger
Injury: Leg injury
Return: Expected to be out 2 months (per club)
Eduardo Camavinga
Injury: Muscle injury
Return: Doubtful
Kylian Mbappé
Injury: Ankle injury
Return: Risk for next match, but could return soon if medical checks are clear
Courtois has been ruled out after suffering a muscle injury in his right long adductor. The official Real Madrid report says he’ll be out for at least 10 days, which would put his return around 23 November 2025.
There’s also a chance the club might delay his return slightly, so he’s fully ready for a key match (possibly in Europe) rather than risk re-injury.
Having Courtois back is vital for Madrid: he’s been their number one and gives confidence to the defense.
Valverde’s injury involves the semimembranosus muscle of his hamstring.
Reports suggest he may also be out for around 10 days, which could make him available again by 23 November, coinciding with the same date as Courtois.
If Valverde returns as projected, Madrid get back a key midfield engine, someone who contributes both offensively and defensively.
Tchouaméni has been confirmed to have a hamstring issue in his left leg, specifically the semitendinosus muscle.
He’s expected to be out for at least three weeks, making him unavailable for several upcoming games.
If the recovery goes well, he could rejoin soon after the Elche match, which would help solidify midfield stability once again.
Carvajal is facing a major setback: he will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery due to a “loose body” in his joint.
The surgery is serious enough that he’s expected to miss up to 10 weeks, which likely rules him out for the rest of 2025.
This is a big blow. Carvajal has been a leader and a starter on the right flank. Without him, Real’s full-back depth and defensive leadership will be tested.
Mastantuono is suffering from pubalgia (sports hernia), which can be tricky to recover from. There’s no fixed return date yet, his recovery depends heavily on how his condition evolves.
Because of the uncertainty, Madrid will likely manage him cautiously to avoid any relapse.
Rüdiger had surgery for a partial tear in the external meniscus of his left knee.
According to Real Madrid’s medical team, he is expected to be out for up to two months.
In a statement, Rüdiger said he played for seven months with pain before deciding on the surgery.
Because of this timeline, he might miss the rest of the current La Liga campaign and only return when the calendar allows, or be ready later depending on his recovery.
Camavinga has picked up another muscle problem, the one he suffered in the game against Rayo Vallecano.
He couldn’t train at all with the French national team, and that’s why he left the camp early. Camavinga would miss both games for France. He is back in Madrid now and waiting for a full medical check from the club doctors.
The exact damage is not known yet, but the hope inside the club is that he might recover in time for their next league match against Elche.
The French national team (FFF) confirmed Mbappé has inflammation in his right ankle, prompting him to return to Madrid for further checks.
According to reports, more medical tests will be done in Madrid to assess how serious it is.
Some media (via Real Madrid outlets) suggest he could be available for the November 23 match against Elche, if his recovery goes smoothly.
The club appear to be optimistic, they’re monitoring closely, but they don’t believe it’s a season-ending injury.
Heading into their next game, Real Madrid’s squad depth is under pressure, but things might improve soon.
If Courtois and Valverde return as expected around 23 November, it will be a major boost, both of them coming back simultaneously could help in goal and midfield.
On the defensive side, Mendy returning to training is a positive sign, though he might need time to get match fit.
Carvajal’s long-term absence hurts, but the club will need to rely on other full-backs or change the defensive setup.
In midfield, Tchouaméni being out remains a concern, but if Camavinga (who has also had issues) steps up, Real might be able to cope.
Mastantuono’s uncertain return means Madrid have to be careful and patient with how they reintegrate him.
Overall, Xabi Alonso has to balance recovery with rotation: too much too soon could risk new injuries, but too cautious a return might leave them short-handed at critical moments.
Real Madrid’s approach to returning injured players seems to be “step by step,” according to sources.
Rather than giving fixed, rigid dates for all returns, the club is listening closely to medical advice and gradually reintegrating players into training.
Alonso and the medical team are particularly cautious with big names like Valverde and Tchouaméni, who are crucial to his system.
A rushed comeback could set them back, so Madrid appear to be prioritizing long-term fitness over immediate gains.
For Carvajal, the decision to operate suggests that the club values his health and wants to avoid chronic issues. With experienced players like him, it’s not just about getting him back, it’s about getting him back right.
FAQs
1. Who is injured for Real Madrid right now?
Courtois, Valverde, Tchouaméni, Carvajal, Rudiger, Camaivinga, Mastantuono and Mbappe.
2. When will Courtois return?
He is expected to miss 10–12 days, with a possible return around 23 November 2025.
3. What is Tchouaméni’s injury update?
He has a hamstring injury (semitendinosus) and is likely out for 3+ weeks, missing multiple upcoming games.
4. How long will Carvajal be out?
He’s undergoing knee surgery and could be out for up to 10 weeks, which may sideline him for the rest of 2025.
5. Is Valverde coming back soon?
Yes, Real Madrid reports suggest he may be out for around 10 days, targeting a return around 23 November.