Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga could still face Celta Vigo despite injury scare
Real Madrid's hard-fought victory over Athletic Bilbao came with another unwelcome injury scare, but the Spanish champions remain hopeful that Eduardo Camavinga will still feature against Celta Vigo on Sunday.
Xabi Alonso and injured Eduardo Camavinga of Real Madrid chat The club have confirmed that Camavinga suffered a minor sprain to his left ankle after feeling sharp discomfort during the second half at San Mames. He became the second Madrid player unable to finish the match, following Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose muscular problem immediately raised deeper concerns.
Madrid's medical team have described Camavinga's issue as "a slight sprain that requires regular assessment", and the French midfielder has said he felt the ankle "twist awkwardly" before signalling that he could not continue.
Although the injury is not considered serious, the club are monitoring swelling and stability levels over the next two days.
Crucially, Camavinga has not been ruled out of the upcoming La Liga meeting with Celta at the Santiago Bernabeu. Madrid expect him to undergo further tests and pitch-based work through to Saturday, when the final call will be made. A club source has said the staff are "cautiously optimistic" that he may return in time.
Xabi Alonso's side are already juggling a growing list of concerns, with Alexander-Arnold's setback forcing Fede Valverde to cover at right-back. Camavinga's availability would provide vital balance in midfield as Madrid navigate a demanding December schedule.
The decision will depend entirely on how the ankle reacts within the next 48 hours, but Madrid remain hopeful the Frenchman will be ready to step back in when Celta arrive in the capital.