Real Madrid receive Ibrahima Konaté injury boost after France withdrawal

Real Madrid have received positive news on Ibrahima Konaté’s knee injury, with the defender reportedly expected to spend only 7-8 days on the sidelines.Konaté withdrew from France duty after suffering a knee sprain during training, but the injury is understood to be minor.

According to Madrid Universal, RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins reports that the centre-back should return within a week.The 27-year-old has established himself as a key player since joining Real Madrid this summer, starting seven of their eight matches. He is expected to recover in time to face Villarreal on October 10, barring complications.