Vinicius Jr. Faces Extended Absence Due to Thigh Muscle Injury

 Vinicius Jr. Faces Extended Absence Due to Thigh Muscle Injury

Vinicius Jr. Faces Extended Absence Due to Thigh Muscle Injury(Image-Getty)

Vinicius Jr., the talented forward of Real Madrid, is set to endure a significant period on the sidelines due to a thigh muscle injury sustained during the recent match against Celta Vigo in LaLiga. According to insiders familiar with the situation, it is anticipated that Vinicius will need to recover for approximately five to six weeks. Unfortunately, this timeline will force him to miss Brazil's initial two qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, scheduled against Bolivia and Peru in September.

Real Madrid's medical team conducted thorough examinations on Vinicius Jr., resulting in the diagnosis of a right biceps femoris muscle injury. The club has shared that they will closely monitor his recovery progress during this period.

Vinicius Jr.'s setback comes as another blow for Real Madrid, a club that has been grappling with multiple injuries. Notably, goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and defender Eder Militao are expected to be sidelined for the remainder of the season due to ACL tears. Additionally, new recruit Arda Guler is also set to be out of action for several months as he undergoes recovery from knee surgery.

In addition to these challenges, midfielder Dani Ceballos and fullback Ferland Mendy are in the process of recuperating from muscle injuries they sustained within the initial weeks of the season. The series of injuries has undoubtedly posed significant hurdles for Real Madrid's squad and their aspirations for the season ahead.