Antonio Rudiger might have several problems for the Real Madrid against Barca clash next weekend. The centre-back received a hard blow to his head after the goal against Shakhtar. Real Madrid have to evaluate if he will be fine for 'El Clasico'. In any case, he could play it with a mask.
Real Madrid's goal against Shakhtar towards the end of the clash could cost them dearly because of the injury to Antonio Rudiger.
The German received 20 stitches to his forehead after the collision. His participation in 'El Clasico' is in danger because the encounter takes place next week.
According to 'Relevo', despite not having an injury to his bones, Real Madrid are considering counting on him. They are going to evaluate Rudiger and to see how the injury is healing. The footballer has already played with a mask at Chelsea.
The Real Madrid doctors X-rayed him on Wednesday morning and there is no bone injury.
Nothing has been ruled out yet but they have to study his evolution in the next days. Carlo Ancelotti will have to take a decision on Saturday. This Wednesday, the German player will be resting at home.
On his way at home to Spain, Rudiger wrote a message for his fans on social media: "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. I am okay, thanks for all your messages."