Atlético Madrid eyes a surge in La Liga with Memphis Depay sidelined
Atlético Madrid has been riding a favorable run of form after a challenging start to the season. The Madrid club has turned the tide, climbing back into contention and aiming to close the gap on Real Madrid in Spain’s top flight. The upcoming clash against Rayo Vallecano stands out as a pivotal fixture in that pursuit, especially with Memphis Depay unavailable due to injury.
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Why Memphis Depay is unavailable for Rayo Vallecano vs Atlético Madrid in La Liga 2022-23
Depay is currently sidelined with a muscle issue in the thigh. A medical assessment at Clínica Universidad de Navarra confirmed the diagnosis, and the club has stated that the Dutch forward has begun rehabilitation and physiotherapy as part of his recovery plan. His progress is being closely monitored as he follows a structured return-to-play protocol.
The injury occurred while Depay was involved in a recent international match between the Netherlands and Gibraltar, where he had netted the opening goal before pulling up in the later stages of the game. Depay, a former Barcelona player who joined Atlético Madrid with the trust of head coach Diego Simeone, will miss the April 9 league match against Rayo Vallecano as he continues his rehabilitation.
The absence of Depay compounds Atlético Madrid’s obstacle list as they push for a stronger finish in La Liga and pursue a higher league standing. The team will need to rely on their collective depth and tactical adjustments to cope without one of their key attackers while keeping focus on maintaining momentum in the title race and securing a favorable result against a competitive Rayo side.
Source: Goal