Pere Milla’s return to the squad came as a welcome surprise when the roster was announced for the match against Valladolid. The Catalan forward had been sidelined after sustaining a collarbone injury and had recently celebrated a hat-trick against Villarreal a little over a month earlier. His presence on the list reflected the club’s optimism about a quick recovery and a strong comeback after the layoff.
During the match, Milla made a brief appearance to warm up as the game progressed. He did not take part in the second half, staying on the sidelines to rest the injury and support his teammates from the bench. In a moment that drew attention from officials, he received a yellow card for joining the field to celebrate Tete Morente’s equalizer, an act that highlighted the intensity of the moment and the competitive spirit on display.
Pere Milla will be out of the field for two to three months following her collarbone injury.
A sustained period of absence is expected as the forward undergoes rehabilitation. The focus for the coming weeks will be on building strength, regaining range of motion, and gradually reintroducing high-intensity training to ensure a safe return to competitive football.
The plan for the season places emphasis on careful progression. A short-term suspension loomed over the team’s schedule, pending a ruling that would affect the next match against Real Sociedad. This decision aligns with the aim of allowing Milla to concentrate fully on recovery without the pressure of immediate competition. It also reflects the club’s cautious approach to a player coming back from injury and the need to protect long-term health. The interpretation of the incident suggests that management has reviewed the situation thoroughly and stands by a measured approach to reintegration.
Pere Milla stood out on the bench, offering encouragement to teammates and rallying the crowd during warm-up moments. In the 1-1 moment of celebration, he responded to the referee’s guidance and accepted the warning without fueling protests, a sign of composure amid a charged atmosphere on the sidelines.
De Prado: ‘You have to be cautious because of Pere Milla’s injury’
From the coaching staff’s perspective, the emphasis is on caution given the delicate nature of the collarbone rehabilitation. The team leadership, including coaches and medical staff, has stressed a careful reintroduction to competitive activities and the importance of protecting the player from any risk of re-injury. The collective aim is to preserve long-term fitness and ensure a sustainable return to the field, with the patient process guided by medical assessments and progressive workload management.
Regarding the other cautioned players from the duel against Pucelanos, attention turns to Gumbau and Morente. Both received multiple cautions in the round, signaling the need for discipline to avoid further sanctions. The club’s management will review the disciplinary records and determine appropriate consequences in line with league protocols, ensuring fair treatment across the squad.