Xabi Alonso and Karim Benzema, the only two players in Real Madrid’s infirmery up until today, are back to regular work. In fact, the Frenchman is likely to start in the Champions League clash against Juventus on Wednesday.
The 31-year-old midfielder completed his first full training with the first team for the first time since the end of last season. The Basque had surgery in a metatarsian in the summer. He’s also been suffering a groin injury and the recovery process has taken more time than expected.
Alonso could be ready to face Barcelona next Saturday in the first Clasico of the season, but the fact that he hasn’t played a single minute since June might prevent Carlo Ancelotti from lining him up in such a crucial game.
“It’s taking longer than I hoped, but I’m getting closer and closer, and I have to be patient. I don’t want to set a date, but every day I’m getting closer and closer,” the Basque admitted.
Meanwhile, Benzema, who returned from France international games with ankle problems, is completely recovered and will reportedly make it in the starting line-up to face Juventus after resting against Malaga.
