Latest updates on Asencio's return from injury

Raúl Asencio, a defender for Real Madrid, is working hard to speed up his return to the pitch after undergoing surgery on October 1 to treat a fracture in his leg bone, under the supervision of the renowned doctor Leis. Initial expectations suggest he will be sidelined for four months, meaning he could return by the end of January or the beginning of February.

Despite the severity of the injury and the long recovery period, the 23-year-old player has shown great determination to reduce his absence by committing to an intensive rehabilitation program that includes two training sessions daily at the Valdebebas center, with the aim of regaining his fitness as quickly as possible.

Asensio has already started wearing his sports shoes and training on the pitch, touching the ball in recent days, ahead of schedule. This step comes before the date indicated in his initial program, which suggested the possibility of starting this phase in December.

The Spanish defender has set December 16 as a target date for his return, coinciding with Real Madrid's campaign in the current Copa del Rey. Asensio hopes to get a chance to participate in the team's first match in the tournament, especially since Real Madrid, as one of the UEFA Champions League clubs, will face a team from the third or fourth division according to the draw, which could give him a suitable opportunity to play his first minutes after injury and regain match sharpness.

The player is not ruling out a return to team training with the first team after the international break, as he aims to be included in Real Madrid's squad for the UEFA Champions League match against Arsenal on December 9, or the LaLiga match against CA Osasuna on the 13th of the same month, against the team where he made his debut at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium two years ago.

Asensio is highly regarded by coach José Mourinho, who is impressed by his commitment and character, especially as he made sure to travel with his teammates to Barcelona to attend the Clasico and support the team, despite being unable to participate. He also showed maturity in dealing with the criticism and insults he received from some fans at Camp Nou, contenting himself with smiling and celebrating with his teammates after the victory.

Those close to him believe that Asensio has a stubborn personality and a constant determination to achieve his goals. He has also succeeded in reviewing some mistakes he made in the past and has become more committed to proving his right to wear the Real Madrid shirt. As he approaches his gradual return, the player hopes to put the injury behind him and return to help the team on the pitch.