Some Spanish press reports today revealed the latest developments in the injury of Austrian defender David Alaba with the Spanish club Real Madrid.

Alaba was injured on December 17 in a match. Real Madrid against Villarreal, and he was diagnosed with a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament in his left foot, which affected the meniscus.

The Spanish newspaper “AS” published that David Alaba trained with the ball today for the first time since he was injured, and those inside the Merengue club said that his recovery process is progressing and today was a special day for him.

The newspaper confirmed, that There are a few weeks left until Alaba returns to Real Madrid, and it could be as early as 2025.

The Austrian defender's contract with the Royal Club expires in June. 2026, meaning he has another season remaining, in addition to the current season during which he did not participate in any matches.