Rüdiger, Alaba, and Vázquez Set to Return and Strengthen Real Madrid’s Defense for Man City Clash

Antonio Rüdiger, David Alaba, and Lucas Vázquez will all be available for selection by Real Madrid starting Tuesday, providing a significant boost for the team ahead of their upcoming UEFA Champions League clash with Manchester City.

Rüdiger, Alaba, and Vázquez have been recovering from injuries, but with their return, manager Carlo Ancelotti will have more defensive options at his disposal.

Rüdiger, who has been sidelined with an adductor issue, along with Alaba, who has recovered from a thigh injury, and Vázquez, who had been dealing with a hamstring issue, are now set to rejoin the squad. This development is expected to strengthen Real Madrid's defense as they prepare for the second leg of their Champions League playoff against Manchester City.

The first leg of the tie ended with a narrow 3-2 victory for Real Madrid, and the return of these key players is anticipated to improve the team's defensive stability in what is expected to be a crucial match. Ancelotti expressed optimism about their availability, highlighting how their return will add valuable depth to his defensive strategy.