Yuri Berchiche
ATHDealing with injury
Berchiche is dealing with an injury and is out for Wednesday's match against Espanyol after missing the squad list.
Analysis: Berhiche is heading into the midweek match with some slight issues, as the quick turnaround has left him with a contusion in his calf that will leave him out. He is a starter, so his loss would force a change, with Amada Boiro as a possible replacement. His hope will be to be fit for the final two games of the season.
In starting squad
Berchiche (chest) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Atletico Madrid.
Analysis: Berchiche made a timely return to the starting lineup after being forced off in the closing stages of the Osasuna match with respiratory problems, with his recovery proving sufficient for the coaching staff to hand him his place back on the left side of the defense. His presence should help restore stability in that area as Athletic Club look to put in a strong performance against one of La Liga's top sides, with Adama Boiro reverting to a depth role as a result. The swift nature of his recovery from what had been a concerning exit is an encouraging sign for a club with plenty still to play for heading into such a high-stakes fixture.
Chest issue cleared for Saturday
Berchiche (chest) has returned to team training after recovering from the respiratory issues he sustained against Osasuna and is expected to be available for Saturday's clash against Atletico Madrid, according to Edu Velasco Jr from ElChiringuitotv.
Analysis: Berchiche's return to the group is a timely boost for Athletic Club heading into a high-stakes fixture against Atletico Madrid. The left-back was forced off in the closing stages of the Osasuna match with respiratory problems, raising concerns about his availability for the weekend. His recovery means Adama Boiro, who had been the likely replacement at left-back, will probably return to a depth role. Berchiche's presence should help restore stability on the left side of the defense as Athletic Club look to put in a strong performance against one of La Liga's top sides.
Picks up blow in victory
Berchiche subbed off with an undisclosed issue in the second half of Tuesday's 1-0 win over Osasuna.
Analysis: Berchiche could be dealing with an injury after sustaining some damage in the final stages of the midweek game. He'll consequently be a doubt for the next league clash against Atletico Madrid, with his potential absence forcing a change in his team's usual lineup. Adama Boiro would be the likeliest replacement at left-back if Berchiche heads to the sidelines.
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