Real Madrid have received some positive news on the injury front this week, with both Aurelien Tchouameni and Arda Guler on the verge of returning from their respective layoffs.

Indeed, the pair has begun training, and one or both could return this week against Villarreal.

Even more good news

In better news, Real Madrid right-back Dani Carvajal is making significant progress in his recuperation and could return before the end of the year.

The 31-year-old suffered a calf injury against Granada earlier this month and was not anticipated to be able to play again in 2023.

However, with his recovery progressing well, Carvajal is expected to return in time for the encounter against Alaves later this month.

In fact, MARCA is currently stating that the defender’s progress is such that he could make the squad list as early as this week for the game against Villarreal on Sunday night.

Carvajal conducted some light training on the pitch today on his own, but the indicators are very good for Los Blancos.

Carvajal will not be rushed

However, due to the form of backup defender Lucas Vazquez, Real Madrid do not intend to rush Carvajal back into action, according to the article.

The 32-year-old veteran has stepped in for his compatriot in the last two games, as well as the second half against Granada, and has performed admirably.

As a result, the Blancos are satisfied with Vazquez’s efforts and see no reason to rush Carvajal back.

It would be intriguing to watch if Carlo Ancelotti brings his first-choice right-back into the squad before the end of 2023, or if he waits until the new year.