Santiago Mouriño
VILUruguay
Right
Feb 13, 2002
24
6'1"
168 lb
RB
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Possession Builder
VillarrealOption off bench
Mourino (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Levante.
Analysis: Mourino passed his late fitness assessment after coach Marcelino confirmed he would be evaluated over the final two training sessions ahead of the fixture, recovering enough to earn a spot in the squad despite the cautious approach taken by the club. The defender had already missed the clash against the Celeste Sunday after being forced off against Oviedo with the ankle issue, and Villarreal opted against rushing him back into the starting role.
Late call for Levante clash
Mourino (ankle) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Levante, according to coach Marcelino. "We have to see in the next two training sessions ahead of the game for Mourino."
Analysis: Mourino had been forced off late during the clash against Oviedo after picking up an ankle issue that made him miss the game against the Celeste Sunday, and the club is taking a cautious approach before committing to his involvement at the weekend. Alex Freeman and Rafa Marin are the most likely candidates to step in if Mourino cannot be cleared in time for Saturday's fixture against Levante as Villarreal push through the final stretch of the season.
Leaves with discomfort Thursday
Mourino subbed off after suffering a potential injury in Thursday's match against Oviedo.
Analysis: Mourino was forced off late after racking up six tackles and 10 duels won in a decent performance. While it's unclear if he sustained a significant problem, the full-back will be questionable ahead of the final stretch of the campaign. Both Alex Freeman and Rafa Marin are options to take the Uruguayan's place in the lineup in case he's eventually sidelined.
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