defense threads tested ahead of Mallorca clash
A pending issue echoes through Elche’s defense as the team prepares for their upcoming LaLiga tie against Mallorca, scheduled for tomorrow at 18:30. The recently noted expulsions of Magallán and Enzo Roco in the last match with Betis have left a sting of caution across the backline. Chiclana de la Frontera’s defender remains unavailable for training with the group this week, complicating selection options for the coaching staff. Source: club briefings.
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During the club’s 15-minute media window, Diego González appeared on the field running through basic physical drills, though he was not alone in the rehab arena. Other sidelined players include John Chetauya, who continues his recovery from a fractured fibula, and Javi Pamies, who was also present in the session. The rehabilitation group moved under the guidance of Aitor Soler, focusing on controlled movements and gradual loading. Attribution: athletic department notes.
An Andalusian central defender remains a key doubt for Mallorca. Coach Pablo Machín has yet to decide if he can count on that player, who is battling muscle discomfort that has not yet evolved into a formal injury. Club sources indicate the issue has kept him away from the Real Madrid match-day squad. The player has trained alone since the setback but did feature briefly against Real Betis, entering the game in the 65th minute and subsequently missing the clash with Espanyol due to suspension. Source: club medical update.
González hopes the player can be trusted again, even as he nurses the issue and Machín weighs tactical options from the bench. With limited training time shared with teammates, another absence seems plausible. The most recent session was short and focused on ballless routines, with Díez Iborra among the earliest to depart the field. Source: coaching staff briefing.
If the player is not cleared to play, the two central options left for Soriano will be Pedro Bigas and Gonzalo Verdú. Bigas has not been at his best level recently, while Verdú has been dealing with knee trouble for several weeks even though he has trained with the group. Team evaluation notes.
The strange case of Pedro Bigas
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Helibelton Palacios could be deployed as a defender despite his natural position at right-back. With only three available center-backs at this stage, the Franciverde coach moved quickly to call in reinforcements. Álvaro Santiago from Guadalajara, currently in the club’s system, joined the first-team squad to integrate into matchday dynamics. Context: squad reinforcement news.
Pape Cheikh is confirmed to make his first appearance in the backline during the Mallorca encounter. Yet there is a glimmer of good news: Carmona and Nteka have returned to squad duties. Carmona missed the Betis clash due to suspension, while Nteka had been sidelined by a gastroenteritis. Both are cleared to contribute. Roster update.
Father Milla is already running on the grass
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More encouraging news arrives as Álex Collado resumes substantial portions of team training, signaling a potential return from a muscle injury sustained earlier this year. Pere Milla also rejoined the pitch, stepping onto the grass for an extended session that included near an hour of jogging and targeted exercises. The rehab team urged caution, however, to ensure a steady progression from the collarbone fracture he sustained following a hat-trick against Villarreal. The forward appeared eager to contribute but was advised to pace his comeback. Progress update.
In summary, the collective training mood is cautiously optimistic. The squad continues to weigh rotational options and contingency plans, with several players available for selection as the deadline for finalizing the matchday lineup approaches. The coming days will determine whether the defensive backbone holds firm or if further reshuffles are required to face Mallorca. Club assessments.