Raúl Asencio, a less prominent figure in Real Madrid's defense, may see his first action of the season in the upcoming match against Villarreal. According to Diario AS, Asencio has not yet played this season due to a combination of injuries, legal issues, and stiff competition for a starting position.
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Recent challenges within Real Madrid’s defense, including the suspension of Dean Huijsen and the injury of Ibrahima Konaté, have opened the door for Asencio to re-enter the lineup. Diario AS reports that coach José Mourinho might have no choice but to deploy Asencio alongside Antonio Rüdiger in the match following the international break.