Real Madrid confirmed that central defender Raúl Asencio will undergo surgery on Thursday to fix a stress fracture in his right tibia.
- Asencio has been battling the injury since early 2024, but the condition worsened and now requires an operation.
- The club announced the procedure on Wednesday, stating the player will miss between two and four months of action.
- The timing deepens Mourinho’s defensive woes, as he already lacks centre‑backs after Konaté’s national‑team injury and Militao’s ongoing problems.
Fans will have to wait patiently for Asencio’s return.