Militao's final medical step regarding his return to Real Madrid
Eder Militao has passed his final physical assessment with Dr. Lasse Lempainen, the Finnish surgeon who operated on his proximal tendon injury in April 2026. According to the doctor, the central defender of Real Madrid could return soon to first‑team training, although he still needs to regain his condition before playing this season.
Medical assessment completed
Dr. Lasse Lempainen, of Finnish nationality, performed the surgical intervention that treated Militao’s severe proximal tendon injury at the end of April 2026. The operation was described as severe, which forced the Brazilian player to remain out of the squad for several months. The conclusion of the final examination indicates that the recovery has followed the plan set by the medical team.
Militao, a Brazilian player, has been away from the pitch since the injury, adding to a series of availability issues that have affected Real Madrid’s defence this season. The centre‑back’s absence has limited the coach’s tactical options and has caused concern within the squad. His return is seen as a significant boost for the Merengue side.
Militao’s progress follows the same process that other players at Valdebebas have followed this year, where structured phases are undertaken before returning to group training. This method avoids an abrupt re‑introduction and aims to ensure that physical condition is sufficient for competitive demands. The final assessment with the surgeon who performed the operation confirms that the process has progressed as expected.
Next steps in training
The report highlights the difference between returning to first‑team training and being ready to play a match. Militao could join group sessions shortly, but will need additional time to rebuild his fitness level before being considered for the matchday squad. No concrete date has been announced for his competitive debut.
Real Madrid has not issued an official statement beyond the update provided by Dr. Lempainen. The next indicator to watch will be the defender’s presence in full training sessions with the group, which would mark the final phase of his recovery. Until then, the club remains cautious regarding his availability for matches.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid supporters will closely monitor any appearance by Militao in training, as his full return could strengthen the defensive line in the upcoming fixtures of the season.