Raúl Asencio undergoes successful surgery, Mourinho denies Ronaldo comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
Real Madrid confirmed that Raúl Asencio underwent successful surgery on a stress fracture in his right tibia, with a recovery time of two to three months expected. José Mourinho visited Asencio post-surgery. Meanwhile, Mourinho denied making comments about Cristiano Ronaldo's circumstances with Portugal, calling them 'fake news.' Jorge Cestero is anticipated to return to Castilla for a derby match against Atlético Madrileño after resolving disciplinary issues.
- •Raúl Asencio had successful surgery on his right tibia.
- •Mourinho visited Asencio post-operation to check on his condition.
- •Mourinho denies making comments about Ronaldo's Portugal situation.
- •Jorge Cestero expected to return for Castilla's derby on October 2.
- •Real Madrid faces challenges with player injuries this season.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Madrid Daily: Asencio’s surgery, Cestero’s return and Mourinho’s denial
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