Isco Injury: Updates on Real Madrid Star's Status and Return

Real Madrid midfielder Isco suffered a muscular injury during the November international break, but he is now ready for competitive action.

Continue for updates.

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Isco Available for El Clasico

Saturday, Nov. 21

Isco entered the match against Barcelona as a second-half substitute.

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Isco Set to Depart Spain Camp

Wednesday, Nov. 11

"Awaiting confirmation from the RFEF is the news that Isco will abandon the Spanish squad preparations for the upcoming friendlies, one of which is against England, with muscular problems," reported Joaquin Maroto of AS. "A return to Valdebebas and the Real Madrid training facilities looks likely where the player will aim to recover for the season’s first Clásico," Maroto added.

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Isco's Creativity Key for Madrid

The prodigious 23-year-old talent was one of the form players in Los Blancos' squad last year, leading Santiago Segurola of Marca to declare him at the time as "possibly [Madrid's] most committed team player" and "most creative" individual. 

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The 2014-15 season was a breakout year for the midfielder as he transformed himself into a vital member of the squad. Isco featured in 34 La Liga matches, providing nine assists and scoring four goals, according to WhoScored.com.

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Isco is no longer the boy of the group, and he has blossomed into one of the very best in the Spanish league. Not only does he possess excellent technique, he allies it to a strong work ethic that complements his fellow Madrid colleagues.

His potential has now formed into genuine class, and when fit, Madrid are fundamentally stronger for his inclusion.