After many months out, Éder Militão has returned to the squad.
Real Madrid is celebrating the Brazilian defender's comeback after his absence left a significant void in the team. To prevent further serious injuries, the club must address several mistakes from the past.
Éder Militão was one of the main talking points ahead of the match between Real Madrid and Sevilla. The Brazilian returned to the squad after several months out and a serious injury during the first half of 2026. It is not the first physical setback he has suffered in recent years. At the club, there is an understanding that his recovery and reintegration into José Mourinho's team must not be rushed.
The Brazilian defender was included in the squad for the match against Sevilla. Mourinho is not expected to throw him straight into the action in the coming games, despite Real Madrid's congested schedule. The priority is to prevent another injury setback and finally give him a season free from serious physical problems.
The first major issue Real Madrid must address is how Éder Militão is reintegrated into the first team. After suffering anterior cruciate ligament injuries on two occasions, Carlo Ancelotti and other managers brought him back into the starting lineup just weeks after he received medical clearance. This placed excessive strain on his legs and subjected his body to demands it was not ready to handle. The Brazilian needs to be eased back into action gradually.
The fixture calendar has also been a problem in the relationship between Éder Militão and Real Madrid. During some of his previous comebacks, the Brazilian played several consecutive matches, often without a full week of rest and while switching between competitions such as LaLiga and the Champions League. It is not enough to gradually increase the number of minutes he plays. He must also be given sufficient recovery time between his first few matches.
Finally, Real Madrid must avoid using him in the biggest matches immediately after his return. Exposing him to the most demanding situations would not only place excessive strain on his legs but could also undermine the confidence of a player who has suffered several serious injuries since 2021. Éder Militão is back in the squad, and it remains to be seen whether Mourinho can correct the mistakes that have proved so costly for the Brazilian in the past.
