'El Clasico' Update: Beckham, Guti Doubtful, Reyes Almost Ready
(Goal.com) - Real Madrid midfielder Guti is doubtful for Sunday's clash against Barcelona at the Bernabeu, while David Beckham is almost certainly out. There is good news, though, as Reyes looks set to return to the squad.
Guti picked up an ankle knock during Tuesday's 4-1 win over Steaua Bucharest, and tensions heightened today when he was unable to train for the second day in succession.
Capello is said to have instructed the medical team to leave no stone unturned in order to ensure his participation, given the role he plays in building up their attack.
However, with still over 72 hours for Guti to recover, expectations are that he will line up against Barcelona on Sunday.
There is a bigger doubt over David Beckham's participation, as the former England captain is suffering from tendonitis in his left knee.
While more high profile, Capello is not as worried about this, as Beckham was unlikely to start anyway, more so given Reyes's return to training. The former Arsenal winger had been tried on the right by Capello - and with tremendous success - before he was injured two weeks ago.
However, it remains unclear who will start against Barca, with Capello's formation forcing him to choose two out of Robinho, Guti and Reyes (though Guti is assured of a start, if fit).
Indications are that he will stick to the eleven that did ever so well against Steaua on Tuesday, meaning Reyes could start on the bench. That said, the pace of Robinho and Reyes could well be the best way to open Barcelona up. But then again, it might be too attacking for Capello's liking!
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