Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that defender David Alaba is on track to return to the pitch by January. The Austrian international, who has been sidelined due to injury, is expected to take approximately one month to regain full fitness, according to Ancelotti’s statement.
Alaba’s Recovery Timeline
Ancelotti stated, “David Alaba is returning, it will take one month to have him in good shape to play.” This timeline suggests that Alaba will be ready to rejoin the squad at the start of the new year.
Alaba’s Role at Real Madrid
David Alaba, a versatile defender known for his ability to play both as a centre-back and left-back, joined Real Madrid from Bayern Munich in 2021. His style of play is characterised by strong defensive skills and the ability to contribute to the attack, making him a valuable asset to the team.
Recent Context at Real Madrid
While Alaba has been recovering, Ancelotti has been managing other team dynamics, including the integration of star player Kylian Mbappé. Recent discussions have focused on Mbappé’s performance and decision-making on the field, as well as Ancelotti’s tactical choices, such as selecting Fran García over Ferland Mendy in recent matches.