With the Frenchman's absence, Los Blancos have already suffered 23 injuries this season, a figure that highlights the need for action to protect players and optimise recovery times.
In an immediate response, the club have decided to reinstate Niko Mihic to the first-team medical staff. Already a trusted figure under former coaches Zinedine Zidane and Carlo Ancelotti, Mihic returns to Valdebebas with a central role: no longer just a consultant, but overseeing all prevention, diagnosis, and recovery protocols for players, under the guidance of Xabi Alonso.
The goal, AS reports , is clear: to reduce the impact of injuries and ensure that each treatment is tailored to the specific needs of each player.
The return of Mihic, a person fully trusted by the president, also sends a symbolic message: the health of the players has become a top priority, and absence management must be addressed with rigor and professionalism.
His experience will allow him to closely monitor key players like Mbappé, ensuring a balance between on-field work and recovery time, thus minimising the risk of relapses.