Real Madrid Lose Diarra For Three Months
Los Merengues’ worst fears concerning Diarra’s knee injury have been realised after the latest round of tests verified that he will be sidelined for longer than the expected six weeks.
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But following a more comprehensive examination, it has now been confirmed that the Malian’s lay-off time will double the preliminary estimate as he is now projected to be sideline for three months at the very least.
The 27 year old travelled to his former hometown club of
It’s a non-invasive surgical procedure that Ruud van Nistelrooy was hoping to undergo to cure his own knee problems last month but it was deemed unsuitable for the Dutchman.
Diarra’s long-term absence will put even more strain on
KS Leong, Goal.com
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