Marca: Valverde played ill during the El Clasico and was replaced in the 72nd minute due to lack of energy.

The Spanish media "Marca" reported that Valverde played sick during the national derby and was eventually replaced in the 72nd minute due to exhaustion.

With Carvajal and Arnold having returned, Valverde once again appeared at the right back position. Although the two full-backs are gradually returning to form, Alonso still chooses to continue to use Valverde. Although Valverde performs well in this position, he does not like this role.

In the game against Barcelona, ​​Valverde performed well, but due to fever symptoms before the game, he was unable to persist before the end of the game. With no Copa del Rey or Champions League games ahead, Valverde now has a week to recover.

In fact, Valverde communicated with the team doctor at the end of the first half, but he decided to continue participating in the second half. In the 65th minute, he was almost substituted, but he chose to stay on the field, which made Carvajal, who was already ready to play, dissatisfied. Finally, in the 72nd minute, Alonso replaced him. At this time, the result of the game was still undetermined. Valverde once again went all out for the team.