Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos will be out of action for five weeks, coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed on Friday.
Spain international Ramos, 28, suffered a torn hamstring in Wednesday's 2-1 La Liga win over Sevilla and limped off after just nine minutes, replaced by Nacho.
"Sergio's injury is a serious one. He'll be out for five weeks," Ancelotti said.
Ramos, who had already been ruled out of Saturday's derby against Atletico, could also miss both legs of Champions League round of 16 against Schalke, on February 18 and March 10.
The centre-back's absence is a major blow for Real, who already had to do without James Rodriguez (foot), Pepe (rib) or Luka Modric (thigh).
Against their Madrid rivals, Real are set to start with Raphael Varane, 21, and Nacho, 23, at the heart of the defence.
"I trust those two players. They are very good players. They are dedicated and willing to play. I am convinced they will do good things on Saturday", Ancelotti said.
Real, currently top of the league with 54 points, face Atletico on Saturday for the 10th time in the past year in all competitions.
Source: AFP
GMT 16:18 2018 Tuesday ,04 December
Germany's Dressen undergoes knee surgeryGMT 09:41 2018 Tuesday ,04 December
Leverkusen frustrated in sodden NurembergGMT 15:13 2018 Saturday ,27 October
Russia's Medvedeva in 7th place after fall at Skate CanadaGMT 17:37 2018 Thursday ,04 October
Liverpool sunk by late Lorenzo Insigne strikeGMT 09:54 2018 Wednesday ,24 January
Gymnastics champ Raisman rips Olympic CommitteeGMT 08:22 2018 Tuesday ,23 January
Russian speed skater An 'banned from Olympics for doping'GMT 08:52 2018 Friday ,19 January
Stokes available for England selection despite chargeGMT 09:06 2018 Wednesday ,17 January
Injury-hit figure skating champ Hanyu resumes trainingMaintained and developed by Arabs Today Group SAL.
All rights reserved to Arab Today Media Group 2021 ©
Maintained and developed by Arabs Today Group SAL.
All rights reserved to Arab Today Media Group 2021 ©
Send your comments
Your comment as a visitor