Rodrygo nears return to Real Madrid after significant recovery progress
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Rodrygo Goes has achieved a key milestone in his recovery from a torn ACL and meniscus, training with the ball for the first time at Valdebebas. His injury, sustained on March 2 against Getafe, has kept him sidelined for several months. Following surgery on March 10, Rodrygo aims to regain full fitness. Real Madrid anticipates his return to competitive action around December or January. Coach Jose Mourinho will face selection challenges with a strong roster of forwards.
- •Rodrygo suffered a torn ACL and meniscus on March 2.
- •He trained with the ball at Valdebebas for the first time on September 28.
- •Real Madrid expects his return between December and January.
- •Jose Mourinho has signed six players this summer.
- •Vinicius Junior has not been in top form, complicating selection choices.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Rodrygo reaches major recovery milestone as Real Madrid return draws closer
"With the six signings made during the last summer transfer window, Jose Mourinho has a very strong squad at Real Madrid, with all the positions very well covered. While this is definitely a good thing...
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