Eder Militao undergoes 'successful' knee surgery, Real Madrid confirms

Brazilian Eder Militao underwent surgery on Tuesday for a complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament with involvement of both menisci in his right knee, which he suffered on 9th November during the match against Osasuna at the Santiago BernabEu.

According to Real Madrid, the surgery, which was "successful", was carried out by Dr Manuel Leyes under the supervision of the club's medical services, and "he will begin his recovery process in the next few days".

Militao was injured in the 27th minute, when he came on to finish off a set piece, and his knee got stuck inside the Osasuna box and he fell to the turf with clear signs of pain. His team-mates quickly called the medics and the Brazilian centre-back was stretchered off.

This is the second serious knee injury he has suffered in the last 15 months. In addition, on this occasion, the meniscus has been affected, so the recovery period is expected to be around nine months from the time of the operation, although the medical report does not specify this. 

 

November 19, 2024