Kroos, changed for discomfort in the hip area

Yesterday's tight victory (2-3) against Betis left worrying news for Real Madrid, the physical condition of Toni Kroos (30 years old). The German had to request the change shortly before the break for problems in the hip area being relieved by Modric.

Kroos felt some discomfort throughout the first part of the game at Benito Villamarín by the hip. He tried to continue despite the pain (he gave a great pass to Benzema, who did not manage to finish), but being aware that he was not in the necessary conditions for it opted for the substitution without completing the first period.

Kroos, doubt for Valladolid

The German, together with Odegaard the only starting midfielder in the two games played by Zidane's men, He withdrew bringing his hand to the left part of the body from the waist, at times to the back of the left leg. However, initial scans, in the locker room, did not shed enough light on whether this hip mishap was due to a muscle setback or not because the origin of it is unknown.

Tomorrow, Monday, the club's medical services will carry out the tests relevant to determine the injury. In any case, The next Madrid appointment is in danger for Kroos, on Wednesday (9:30 pm, Movistar LaLiga), against Valladolid, at Di Stéfano.