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Real Madrid key superstar has been playing with pain for three weeks – report

Federico Valverde of Real Madrid

Photo by Ion Alcoba Beitia/Getty Images

Real Madrid are going through a period of pain right now, and none has experienced more so than Federico Valverde.

The Uruguayan international has given everything for the club, even at a time when there was speculation of a potential rift between him and the coach.

Valverde remains loyal to Real Madrid and, in extension, to the manager, as evidenced by the fact that he has been playing with actual physical pain for the longest time.

Valverde is struggling with physical pain

As reported by DAZN journalist Sergio Quirante, it appears Valverde has been playing with physical discomfort for three weeks.

He will continue to do so when Real Madrid take on Alaves, in what could be a make-or-break game for Xabi Alonso.

Indeed, recent reports suggest Alonso will be sacked by Real Madrid if they fail to secure a win against Alaves.

Federico Valverde of Real Madrid

Valverde has been playing with physical pain for weeks. (Photo by Ion Alcoba Beitia/Getty Images)

Aware of the discomfort, Valverde would have ideally taken rest in an attempt to recover full fitness. But at a time when Real Madrid are losing, the midfielder doesn’t want to leave his team alone.

Valverde doesn’t want to leave Alonso alone either, knowing any mishap against Alaves could cost him his job as the Real Madrid head coach.

With the year almost coming to an end, it appears Valverde is more than willing to play with physical discomfort, just so he can help the team out.

Not to mention, the Uruguayan international is also aware of Real Madrid’s injury problems and doesn’t want to leave the team short-handed either.

This is an exceptional show of commitment for someone who has been forced to play out of position numerous times, for the benefit of his team.