Real Madrid is grappling with multiple injuries to its key defenders, including Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba, prompting coach Carlo Ancelotti to voice concern over the team's fitness ahead of critical matches. Rudiger suffered a thigh injury during a recent loss to Espanyol, while Alaba, returning from an ACL tear, sustained an adductor injury. The squad is also missing Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao, leading to potential lineup adjustments against rivals Atletico Madrid and Manchester City in the Champions League. Alaba remains optimistic about his recovery despite the setbacks.
"Unfortunately we have lost two important players and it is something we have not considered," said the forlorn Italian coach.
"It is a moment of emergency that we have to endure. We will endure with what we have."
The Austrian stated: "Minor setback. See you very soon Madridistas."
Ancelotti may have to get similarly creative for next week's Champions League play-off first leg with Manchester City."
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