The Austrian center-back was set to play a key role in Real Madrid’s upcoming matches. Carlo Ancelotti now faces a major defensive problem.

Real Madrid star David Alaba has taken to social media on Tuesday evening, to send a message of encouragement to the club’s supporters.The name of defender Alaba has of course taken its place front

Real Madrid's problems on defense have been compounded by a muscle injury to David Alaba. The club says Alaba has “ an adductor injury in his left leg.”