Ángel di María might not be able to make it for this weekend's game against Real Sociedad. After missingthe clash against Borussia Dortmund, the Argentine was also absent this Thursday at the Valdebebas training complex due to the acute gastroenteritis that has made him lose 2.5 kilograms in less than two days.
'El Fideo' (the Noodle) as he is affectionately, and perhaps now ironically called, had to drop out of the team just hours before the match against Dortmund. As the virus that he is suffering from is particularly virulent, the player's recovery has been very gradual. The acute gastroenteritis has also provoked an infection in his intestines, which has prevented him from eating properly, making him even more weak.
The Real Madrid medical team is very concerned about the Argentine's condition. They are hopeful that he will be able to go to San Sebastían to face Real Sociedad, but in all likelihood he will not be able to play the full ninety minutes and probably will not be a starter.
Ancelotti is at the moment thinking whether to go for Isco to take his place or Illarra, who would be revisiting his old stomping ground. The medical team's objective is, above all, to get Di María back to match fitness for the upcoming Champions League game against Borussia Dortmund.
The Argentine has become a key player for Ancelotti, although Isco's fine performance proves without doubt that the Real manager has some fine alternatives to choose from.
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