Valverde Injury Clouds Club World Cup Hopes

Tough news for Los Blancos fans: Fede Valverde, our tireless engine in midfield, is battling lumbosciatalgia just as Xabi Alonso gears up for his first test as Real Madrid boss at the Club World Cup. With King Jude delaying shoulder surgery to play, Alonso’s debut could be defined by how quickly Valverde recovers. Will El Pajarito be fit in time to face Al Hilal in Miami? This could be a huge swing in Madrid’s rivalry with Barca, who just completed a treble. Thoughts on Alonso’s chances? #RealMadrid #Valverde #ClubWorldCup #Sports