Sergio Ramos Injury: Updates on Real Madrid Star's Shoulder and Return

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos damaged his shoulder during Los Blancos' Nov. 8 defeat to Sevilla but is ready to return to action.

Continue for updates.

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Ramos Fit for El Clasico

Saturday, Nov. 21

Madrid named the Spanish stalwart in their starting lineup for the match against Barcelona.

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Madrid to Delay Ramos Operation Until After Barcelona Visit

Tuesday, Nov. 10

"Ramos will have another injection (and be strapped up) for El Clasico, then have [an] operation afterward," reported B/R UK's Karl Matchett.

Real Madrid welcome Barcelona to the Bernabeu on Nov. 21.

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Ramos' Experience Vital on the Biggest of Stages

Ramos previously dislocated his shoulder back in September against Shakhtar Donetsk and was subsequently absent for several weeks.

He would be a big loss for Rafael Benitez's side against Barcelona, which is why Real appear willing to nurse Ramos through one more match before allowing him to go under the knife. The veteran's leadership is vital to keeping the Real defence organised.

In Pepe and Raphael Varane, Los Blancos have the quality to cover for Ramos. However, given how crucial the Clasico could be in determining the La Liga title race, Benitez will want his first-choice pairing available.