Villarreal’s Gerard Moreno Faces Hamstring Challenge Amid Busy Schedule
Villarreal’s star striker Gerard Moreno is dealing with a significant overload in the muscles of his right hamstring. The club announced the update after Moreno was unable to complete last Saturday’s match against Getafe, a game in which he left the field due to illness rather than injury alone. The team noted that the issue concerns a heavy strain on the hamstring and that the evolution of the condition is still being monitored.
The message from Villarreal, shared across club channels, confirms that Moreno is experiencing an intense overload in his right hamstring muscles. While there is concern about the progression, the club indicated that there has been no recurrence of a prior injury, and medical evaluations are ongoing to determine the proper course of action. The staff is assessing how the strain will affect his availability in the near term as the squad navigates a demanding slate of fixtures.
With Moreno’s participation in doubt for upcoming fixtures, Unai Emery remains hopeful about a quick return to full fitness. He is viewed as a key option in the attack, and his recovery plan will shape Villarreal’s tactical approach in the weeks ahead. Moreno, who has been a regular starter, may miss the next league match against Valencia, depending on how the hamstring responds to treatment and rest. The team continues to prioritize a safe, measured return to action to avoid any reoccurrence while trying to maintain momentum in both domestic and European competitions, including the upcoming Champions League clash with Liverpool scheduled for next Wednesday, April 27.