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Latest news at Real Madrid. Raúl Asencio, a 23-year-old center-back, will undergo surgery for a stress fracture in his right tibia and will be out of action for at least two and a half months, according to medical information released on September 30. The operation comes after several weeks of discomfort and in a sporting context marked by his limited role under José Mourinho.
Raúl Asencio out until 2027 after surgery
The medical decision comes after conservative treatment did not relieve the discomfort in the tibia. The latest reports indicate a recovery period of around three months, meaning Asencio may not return to competition until 2027.
The physical issue adds to a season where he has not yet played any official minutes. Asencio suffered a muscle injury on July 30, later returned to Mourinho's squad lists but did not debut before the tibia discomfort resurfaced.
The sporting situation had also changed from the previous season. In May, AS reported that Mourinho was considering his continuity, while in September, Asencio was seen as a secondary option in defense, despite absences in the squad.
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Mourinho and the file affecting the situation
The situation with José Mourinho is also complex. The coach confirmed on September 3 that Real Madrid had opened a file on Asencio after the center-back was fined 14,400 euros and lost his driving license for eight months due to driving under the influence of alcohol.
However, Mourinho also publicly praised Asencio's attitude at Valdebebas and his dedication during recovery. Thus, there is a difference between the disciplinary file and his assessment of the player's daily work.
The legal incident regarding the dissemination of a sexual video did not lead to a conviction for Asencio: he was acquitted in September after the affected individuals pardoned him. His current conviction is related to the traffic offense.
A long contract complicating any exit
Asencio is under contract with Real Madrid until June 30, 2031. His renewal in June 2025 included a salary increase and a 1 billion euros release clause, as reported by AS.
The summer transfer market hinted at his future: the news from Cadena SER on September 2 suggested that Real Madrid was willing to consider Asencio's sale, but no significant offer was received before the transfer window closed.
The tibia surgery now alters the timelines. Asencio must first focus on completing his recovery, while Real Madrid will have to assess his role when he becomes available again. With a contract until 2031, the next transfer window will depend on his sporting situation and the offers that may come when he returns to action. The future of Raúl Asencio is therefore pending his recovery and Mourinho's decision on his role in the team.
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