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Football: Real Madrid Defender Asencio Suffers Muscle Injury
The Premier League: Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a thigh muscle injury that is expected to keep him out until mid-September.
"After tests carried out today, Raul Asencio has been diagnosed with a muscle injury to the rectus femoris in his right leg," the club said on its website.
Madrid did not provide a timetable for the 23-year-old's return, saying only that his recovery will depend on his progress. However, Spanish media reports estimate he will be sidelined for around six weeks.
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