The most recent setback in Real Madrid’s injury problems this season was midfielder Dani Ceballos’ injury, which prevented him from finishing the game against Real Sociedad after he collided knee-to-knee with Takefusa Kubo.

 A club medical report states that Ceballos has been diagnosed with a semimembranosus muscle injury that has affected the tendon in his left leg.  He is awaiting more evaluation, the statement added.

According to preliminary estimates, Ceballos may be out for around two months, which would mean he would miss a number of important games, such as the matchup with Real Betis, the Champions League Round of 16 matchup with Atletico Madrid, and the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals against Real Madrid.  Furthermore, if Real Madrid advances in the competition, he might not make it to the Champions League quarterfinals.

Ceballos had been having an incredible run with the team, becoming a vital starter in important games.  Because of his skill at distributing the ball, winning duels, and adding depth in the midfield, he had an indisputable impact on the team’s performance.

Notably, injuries have affected almost the whole team at this point in the season, and manager Carlo Ancelotti has already lost Eder Militao and Dani Carvajal for the entire campaign.

 With Bellingham positioned farther forward and Tchouameni probably serving as a defensive pivot, the Italian coach will now need to adjust and rearrange his midfield.  Camavinga, Modric, or Fede Valverde, if he isn’t needed in a defensive role, could compete for the remaining spot.