Real Madrid received encouraging injury news on Sunday as three key players resumed group training sessions ahead of their UEFA Champions League league-phase opener against Inter Milan on Tuesday. Aurelien Tchouameni, Endrick, and Thiago Pitarch all participated in the collective workout at Valdebebas, marking a significant step in their recovery from recent injuries.
The Madrid outfit continue to manage an extensive injury list that has complicated preparations for their European campaign. Ferland Mendy, Eder Militao, Rodrygo Goes, and Raul Asencio remain sidelined, continuing their individual rehabilitation protocols away from team activities. All seven players had only completed solo training sessions in the previous days while the squad traveled to Seville for La Liga action.
Champions League Opener Looms Large
Real Madrid suffered a 1-0 defeat to Real Betis at La Cartuja on their last outing, a result that adds urgency to their continental challenge. Manager Carlo Ancelotti will be hoping the return of Tchouameni's midfield presence and Endrick's attacking threat can help galvanize his squad for the Inter Milan fixture, which marks the beginning of the revamped Champions League format featuring a 36-team league phase.
Endrick and Pitarch appear most likely to feature in the squad list, according to reports, given their accelerated integration back into group work. The Brazilian forward and academy prospect have shown sufficient progress to warrant consideration for selection. The Nerazzurri present a formidable early test, having won Serie A multiple times in recent seasons. Real Madrid's pursuit of a 15th European Cup title continues to face obstacles, particularly with PSG's dominance in the competition under Luis Enrique over the past two campaigns.
Ancelotti's ability to navigate fixture congestion and manage an injury-depleted roster will prove critical as Los Blancos attempt to establish momentum in Europe's elite club competition before their injury situation stabilizes.
