Madrid’s Hidden Fatigue: A Star Seeks Rest Amid a Brutal Schedule
22 December 2025
Rest Call Sparks Fatigue Debate
A British newspaper report published on Monday explains why a Real Madrid player has seen a decline in form recently.
The slump has come as several Madrid players struggle, contributing to the team's slump in La Liga and loss of the lead.
Leading the list is Spaniard Din Huesin, who joined Madrid last summer from Bournemouth for 60 million euros on a six-year deal.
According to The Athletic, sources close to Huesin express frustration with the criticisms directed at him and with public debate surrounding his role.
The source adds that Huesin is struggling with fatigue from the fixture schedule, a factor fans often overlook.
Huesin has appeared in around 50 matches during 2025, for Real Madrid, his former club Bournemouth, or Spain.
The source notes that Huesin’s circle believes he should be given an extended rest period to recover physically, mentally, and to recalibrate his rhythm.
Next Up: Betis Clash
Madrid are set to face Real Betis on January 3, in the 18th round of La Liga.
Punchline 1: If sleep were a transfer, Madrid would be negotiating with a mattress factory.
Punchline 2: In the battle against fatigue, Din might win by simply letting the calendar take a nap.
