Real Madrid received a significant blow on the defensive front after one of its key players underwent a successful surgery, which will keep him off the field for an extended period and prevent him from participating in upcoming events.

Real Madrid announced that their Brazilian defender Éder Militão underwent successful surgery in Finland after suffering a tear in the proximal tendon of the biceps femoris muscle in his left thigh.

The club's medical statement clarified that the surgery was successfully performed by Dr. Lasse Lempainen, under the supervision of Real Madrid's medical staff. The player is set to begin his recovery and rehabilitation program in the coming days.

Militao had considered two treatment options: the first was conservative treatment, which could have brought him back in about 5 weeks, and the second was surgical intervention.

In the end, the player chose to undergo surgery to reduce the risk of relapse, even though the conservative option might have given him a potential chance to join the World Cup with the Brazilian national team.

However, the medical decision settled the situation, as the defender will be absent for a period ranging from 5 to 6 months.

The absence of Militao represents a significant loss for Real Madrid's defense, especially given their reliance on him as one of the key pillars in defense during the current stage of the season.

This absence is also a significant blow to the Brazilian national team, as it has been confirmed that the player will miss the upcoming World Cup, representing a considerable technical loss for the team.