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Real Madrid estimates Eder Militao return for October after injury recovery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 10:35 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Real Madrid estimates Eder Militao return for October after injury recovery

Summary

Real Madrid anticipates that Eder Militao will return to team training in October. The defender has been recovering from a hamstring injury sustained towards the end of last season, which required surgery in April. His rehabilitation is reportedly progressing well, aligning with the initial recovery timeline. Militao’s return could bolster the team’s defensive options, which have become competitive with the arrival of new signings like Ibrahima Konate and established players such as Antonio Rudiger.

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Status Watch

•Eder Militao suffered a hamstring injury and underwent surgery in April.
•Real Madrid expects him to return to training by October.
•Militao's injury history has affected his starting position on the team.
•New signings increase competition for defensive roles at Real Madrid.

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10:35 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid estimate star defender’s return to take place in October

What they're saying

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Having endured two cruciate ligament injuries in two seasons, Eder Militao was hit with yet another massive blow towards the end of last season.Facing a hamstring injury, the player was yet again forc...
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