Federico Valverde Injury: Real Madrid Midfielder Suffers Grade-Three Ankle Sprain
Real Madrid have confirmed that Federico Valverde has suffered a grade-three sprain in his left ankle, dealing a blow to a midfielder who had started all seven La Liga matches this season.
Real Madrid have confirmed that Federico Valverde has suffered a grade-three sprain in his left ankle.
The Uruguay international sustained the injury during Real Madrid’s 2-1 defeat to Atlético Madrid. The club did not announce a recovery timetable, but a grade-three sprain represents the most serious classification of ankle sprain and places Valverde’s immediate availability in doubt.
The 28-year-old had been an ever-present in Real Madrid’s La Liga start, beginning all seven matches and playing 565 minutes. He has contributed one assist, while averaging a 6.97 rating across the campaign.
An important absence in midfield
Valverde’s value to Real Madrid goes beyond direct goal production. He has completed 50.97 accurate passes per 90 minutes at a 92% success rate, placing him 11th among La Liga central midfielders for pass accuracy.
He has also averaged 65.47 touches per 90 minutes, underlining his importance in connecting Real Madrid’s defensive and attacking phases. His 0.80 key passes per 90 minutes and one assist show a measured creative contribution from central midfield rather than a high-volume final-third role.
The injury interrupts a run in which Valverde had started every league fixture for Real Madrid. With a demanding schedule ahead, the club must now manage the absence of one of its most consistently selected midfielders.
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🔗 Source: Real Madrid
