Austrian David Alaba, Real Madrid defender, is close to returning to the stadiums after recovering from the injury that kept him away from the team for a long time, which may affect his teammates in the starting lineup.

Real Madrid faces its counterpart, Girona, today, Sunday, February 23, 2025, in the 25th round of the Spanish League.

According to the Spanish newspaper "AS", Alaba is currently undergoing an intense rehabilitation program and hopes to participate during two or three games to come.

Alaba's return may reduce the chances of the young Spaniard Raul Asensio, Castilla, who won the opportunity to play with the first team in the absence of the Austrian star, however, the final decision remains in the hands of coach Carlo Ancelotti.

Real Madrid is third in the La Liga table with 51 points, while Girona is ranked eleventh with 31 points.