Valverde hopes to avoid injury after El Clasico

Federico Valverde is hoping to avoid a serious injury after being substituted during Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Barcelona in El Clasico. The Uruguayan midfielder, who started as a right-back, was forced off in the 62nd minute after experiencing significant pain in his leg.

Valverde was replaced by Denzel Dumfries after struggling to continue, raising concerns about a possible hamstring problem. Speaking to Real Madrid’s club television channel after the match, the captain admitted that he had been dealing with considerable discomfort but wanted to remain on the pitch to help his team.

“I had strong pain in my leg, but I hope I’m not injured,” Valverde explained. He added that he believed the substitution was a precautionary measure, revealing that the coach had asked whether he could continue despite the pain. The midfielder said he had agreed because his priority was helping Real Madrid secure victories.

The club has yet to release an official medical assessment, meaning the extent of Valverde’s problem remains unclear. Further examinations are expected to determine whether he will miss upcoming fixtures. His availability could be important for Real Madrid after a significant victory over their rivals, particularly given his versatility and leadership within the squad.