Real Madrid can breathe a huge sigh of relief after concerns briefly surfaced over Rodrygo’s physical condition following the win against Alaves. According to a report from AS, the Brazilian

Real Madrid defender Éder Militão is expected to be sidelined for at least three months because of a left leg injury.

Sports Mole takes a look at Real Madrid's injury and suspension situation ahead of their Copa del Rey clash against Talavera.

The centre-back was substituted in the first half of what was Madrid's first home league loss of the season on Sunday.

As a reminder, Militao was coming back from a long injury layoff and Real had hoped to count on him against Manchester City next Wednesday in the Champions League. While the nature of his injury remains to be determined, The Athletic reports that Real Madrid is very worried about their defender, who could miss several weeks of competition.

Xabi Alonso is facing the most intense scrutiny of his young managerial career, and with pressure mounting from every angle, Madrid finds itself at a crossroads.