José Gayà
VALMuscular injury confirmed
Gaya has been diagnosed with a right quadriceps muscle injury after undergoing medical tests Saturday, according to the team.
Analysis: Gaya is out for Sunday's visit to Real Sociedad, with this issue potentially marking the end of the season for him, as he'll be unlikely to return in the final week against Barcelona. He was a regular starter at left-back throughout the campaign, scoring one goal and delivering two assists across 32 La Liga matches. Jesus Vazquez is expected to fill in while Gaya is sidelined.
Not available Sunday
Gaya (undisclosed) will not be available for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad after undergoing tests, according to coach Carlos Corberan, per TribunaVCF. "Saravia and Gaya will not be available. Today they have tests."
Analysis: Gaya had been forced off during the second half of Thursday's draw against Rayo Vallecano with apparent muscle discomfort, and the medical examinations have confirmed he cannot feature at the weekend. The veteran left-back had not missed a game since January before this setback, making his absence a real blow for Valencia heading into the final stretch of their season. Jesus Vazquez is expected to step in at left-back in his place against Real Sociedad.
Leaves Rayo match with injury
Gaya was forced off after feeling discomfort during the second half of Thursday's 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano.
Analysis: Gaya had a decent outing at left-back but finished with an apparent muscle injury. While he'll need to be assessed ahead of future matchups, his unavailability would leave the squad without a solid contributor in both attacking and defensive aspects. Gaya hasn't missed a game since January but has occasionally been replaced by Jesus Vazquez, who could fill in for him if the injury is significant.
Option moving forward
Gaya (undisclosed) has returned to full training this week and is in contention to start Tuesday's clash against Mallorca, the club posted.
Analysis: Gaya had been forced off in the 75th minute of Saturday's clash against Elche, raising concerns over his fitness, but completing a full week of training is a clean bill of health heading into the midweek fixture. The veteran left-back should slot back into his starting role against Mallorca, sparing Jesus Vazquez from having to step in as a replacement for what is an important fixture for Valencia heading into the final stretch of the season.
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