Luka Ilic
Serbia
Left
Jul 2, 1999
26
6'1"
161 lb
RW
AM
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Option for Real Betis clash
Ilic (Achilles) is back available for Sunday's clash against Real Betis after completing a full week of training, according to coach Guillermo Almada. "Ilic and Fores completed the week of work. They are evolving well. They will be called up."
Analysis: Ilic had been sidelined since picking up an Achilles injury after the Valencia match, making his return to the matchday squad a significant milestone after a lengthy recovery process. The attacking midfielder figures to ease back in from the bench rather than jumping straight into the starting lineup given the nature of a Achilles injury and the time he has been out, with Ilyas Chaira expected to retain his starting spot. Getting Ilic back in the fold at all is an encouraging development for Oviedo as they push through the final fixtures of the season.
Trains with team Friday
Ilic (Achilles) returned to team training Friday, though a place in Sunday's squad against Elche looks almost impossible given the limited time he has had to prepare, according to La Voz de Asturias.
Analysis: Ilic has been sidelined since picking up the Achilles issue after the Valencia match, making his return to the training pitch a meaningful milestone in what has been a lengthy recovery process. The attacking midfielder had only just managed back-to-back starts for the first time since September before the injury struck, and Oviedo will continue to manage his reintegration carefully to avoid any setbacks with such a delicate injury. Ilyas Chaira is expected to retain his spot in the starting lineup for Sunday with Ilic not yet ready to return to competitive action.
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