Real Madrid began the season with two significant injury setbacks. Before the first kick was made, Thibaut Courtois ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in a training session. A few days later, Eder Militao suffered the same in the season's opening game against Athletic Club.

Since then, both players have had surgery to correct the damage, which was followed by a protracted period of recovery. This is going quite well, at least for Militao, who is already ahead of schedule for a return.

According to Relevo, Militao's return in mid-to late-February is the best-case scenario. Real Madrid won't risk anything when speculating on a more specific return date, but his strength and flexibility have put him in a stronger position to do so sooner.

Militao is more likely to make a comeback in March, in which case, if Real Madrid advance from their group in the Champions League, he will be there for the second leg of the round of 16. There is no assurance that he will become a regular starter right away because it will take him some time to get back to match sharpness.

Militao's comeback will be eagerly anticipated by the club and the fans. He is a vital member of Carlo Ancelotti's team and, barring any setbacks, should be available for the pivotal period of the season.

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