Real Madrid's David Alaba faces extended recovery: Why Carlo Ancelotti could be forced to wait until March for his return

David Alaba’s return to action for Real Madrid has been eagerly anticipated. While he is set to rejoin training in January, concerns over his fitness and form make it unlikely he will feature for the first team until March 2025.

David Alaba’s return to action for Real Madrid has been eagerly anticipated, but the Austrian defender’s comeback remains a work in progress. While Alaba is set to rejoin training in January, concerns over his fitness and form make it unlikely he will feature for the first team until March 2025.