Sports Correspondent

Real Madrid has been dealt a significant injury setback ahead of their highly anticipated La Liga clash with Barcelona on Saturday.

Brazilian forward Rodrygo will miss the El Clásico at the Santiago Bernabeu due to a muscular injury sustained during Tuesday’s Champions League 5-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Rodrygo was replaced by Aurelien Tchouameni in the 85th minute, and subsequent tests confirmed that he will not be available for the crucial matchup.

According to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Brazilian’s injury will keep him sidelined for the encounter.

The absence of Rodrygo is a significant blow to Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, particularly given the team’s current position in the La Liga table.

Sitting second, three points behind leaders Barcelona, the El Clásico presents a crucial opportunity for Real Madrid to close the gap.

With Rodrygo out, Ancelotti will need to rely on other attacking options to deliver a winning performance against their arch-rivals.

The stakes are high, and the Santiago Bernabeu will be electric as Real Madrid seeks to overcome the injury setback and claim a vital victory.