Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger is expected to be out of action for up to two months, sources have told ESPN, after undergoing knee surgery on Tuesday.

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger underwent knee surgery on Tuesday and is expected to miss the rest of the season. Madrid said Rüdiger successfully underwent surgery on a meniscus tear in his left knee and will begin “his recovery process shortly.

(Reuters) -Real Madrid defender Antonio Ruediger has undergone knee surgery, the LaLiga club said on Tuesday. Spanish media had reported that the 32-year-old German international was considering surgery to fix ongoing knee problems.