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U-Turn with Alaba's Return: There is a Catch and Florentino Informs Ancelotti

The Austrian defender's return won't happen on the date that had been announced

Real Madrid is preparing for the imminent return of David Alaba, although it won't be as expected. The plan is for the Austrian to start training with his teammates starting in January, but his return to the field will have to wait. Relevo has revealed this, delving deeper into this matter and bringing to light Florentino Pérez and Ancelotti's true plan.

David Alaba has been inactive for over a year, and no risks want to be taken with his return. No exact date is being given for his comeback, as he could face more setbacks in the coming weeks. The forecasts are clear: he will return to training in January but Ancelotti won't be able to count on him until next March.

David Alaba: a return in progress at Real Madrid | Getty Images

To avoid a significant relapse, Alaba will prepare in the coming weeks to be ready for the decisive phase of the season. He is a necessary center-back for the first team and the plan is to have him ready for the important moment when all the titles will be decided. The Austrian has already given his approval and all parties will take his return very calmly.

Alaba's Recovery Involves a Decision at Real Madrid: Florentino Pérez Gives the OK

Florentino Pérez has been considering it for several weeks, but the decision is already made. Real Madrid has decided not to go to the January market in search of a center-back. The main reason for this is Raúl Asencio, whose emergence in the first team has been welcomed with open arms. He won't return to Castilla and the idea is to renew him in the coming months, making him a part of the "seniors".

What Real Madrid intends is to enhance the qualities of an Asencio who's shown he is ready to play in important matches. The plan is to give him rest whenever possible, trying to keep him in the best possible condition for the decisive phase of the season. The youth player is fulfillling what is being asked of him perfectly, and no other center-back is needed to take his place.

David Alaba: a return in progress at Real Madrid | Getty Images, Madrid-Barcelona

Not only Raúl Asencio. Florentino Pérez's decision is thoroughly planned, and Alaba's recovery is also key. The Austrian is in the final phase of his injury and is expected to return to training at the beginning of 2025, being a very key player for the defense. Between the two, the idea is for the defense to be well covered for the remainder of the season, also including Rüdiger.