Is Dani Carvajal ready for Madrid derby? Reporters provide definitive update

Dani Carvajal missed Real Madrid's last week clash v Union Berlin due to muscle injury.

After undergoing an MRI this morning, it has been confirmed by Marca that the defender won't feature in the Madrid derby either.

With his ongoing recovery, Carvajal's absence will be a headache for Carlo Ancelotti, especially given the 31-year-old right-back's excellent form at the start of the season.

In addition to Carvajal, Los Blancos will have to do without the likes of Eder Militao, Thibaut Courtois and Vinicius Junior on Sunday.

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