Cristian Romero
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Facing 10 to 12 days out
Romero (adductor) is expected to miss approximately 10 to 12 days after medical examinations Sunday confirmed a low-grade adductor strain sustained during Saturday's clash against Espanyol, according to Marca.
Analysis: Romero requested to be substituted shortly after the hour mark against Espanyol after experiencing muscular discomfort, with subsequent tests confirming a minor adductor injury. The Argentine center-back will miss Tuesday's Champions League trip to Stuttgart and Saturday's La Liga encounter against Deportivo, leaving manager Diego Simeone without a key defensive option. Robin Le Normand and Marc Pubill are the leading candidates to replace Romero in central defense during his absence. Atletico are hopeful he can return against Levante, although the club intends to avoid rushing his recovery ahead of important fixtures against Bayern Munich and Barcelona.
Scores one in victory
Romero scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Deportivo Alaves.
Analysis: Romero found the net while winning three aerial duels and making two tackles in the win over Alaves. Since returning from injury, he has regained his usual form, starting each of the last four league matches. During that span, he has recorded five tackles, two interceptions, and nine aerials won, a promising trend after an early-season injury setback.
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