Vinicius, with a break in his left thigh, will not return until 2024

Real Madrid's medical tests confirmed that Vinicius suffers a tear in the femoral biceps of his left thigh, which will keep him off the playing field for two months.. Added to this problem is a condition in the distal tendon of his left leg, which is why the Brazilian will not return to competition until 2024.

On Saturday morning, Vinicius underwent an MRI in Madrid that corroborated his bad omens.. “I think it's the same injury as the last time,” said the Real Madrid player in the mixed zone of the Metropolitan Stadium in Barranquilla, where the five-time world champion lost to Colombia (2-1).

And on August 25, during the league debut in Balaídos, the white '7' left the pitch due to the same ailment, although in his right leg.. Then, his period of absence was limited to one month and four games outside of Carlo Ancelotti's squads.

Three goals in two games

Now, the Italian coach will have to face the next matches without six of his key players – Thibaut Courtois, Eder Militao, Aurelien Tchouaméni, Eduardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius – all injured to varying degrees.. Added to this extensive list are Kepa Arrizabalaga, Dani Ceballos and Arda Güler, also victims of physical discomfort.

This setback cuts short the progression of Vinicius, who in recent weeks had been recovering his best level. After a month without scoring, the winger had rediscovered himself with the goal against Sporting de Braga (3-0). Only three days later he confirmed his good feelings with a double against Valencia (5-1).

This plague of injuries has coincided with the end of Niko Mihic's time as head of the club's medical services.. According to MARCA, the Croatian is leaving his position after six years, although he will remain linked in some way to the organizational chart.. In the coming days it is expected to know the name of his replacement.