Donny van de Beek
GIRBack available for Atletico clash
van de Beek (Achilles) has been cleared and is available for Sunday's clash against Atletico, the club posted.
Analysis: van de Beek had been ruled out for the time being despite returning to team training in recent weeks, making his clearance for the two final fixtures of the season a welcome development for Girona. The Dutch midfielder's availability gives coach Michel Sanchez another midfield option to call upon for what is one of the most significant remaining fixtures of the campaign as Girona are still fighting to avoid relegation to Segunda Division.
Remains out
Van de Beek (Achilles) remains unavailable for the time being, according to coach Michel Sanchez.
Analysis: Van de Beek's extended absence is a frustrating conclusion to what has been a difficult season for the Dutch midfielder, who ruptured his Achilles earlier in the campaign. Despite returning to team training in recent weeks, the medical staff have been unable to clear him for competitive action, and with the season drawing to a close, his chances of featuring again before the campaign ends appear increasingly slim.
Remains unavailable Monday
van de Beek (Achilles) has been training with the group for almost a full week but has yet to receive medical clearance and remains unavailable for Monday's clash against Rayo Vallecano, according to coach Michel Sanchez. "van de Beek has been able to train for almost a full week, but he is not available."
Analysis: van de Beek's continued unavailability is a frustrating development despite the positive sign of returning to team training after rupturing his Achilles earlier in the season. The Dutch midfielder is clearly making progress, but the medical staff are taking a cautious approach before clearing him for competitive action. With the season drawing to a close, it remains to be seen whether he will get the opportunity to feature before the campaign ends.
Returns to team training
van de Beek (Achilles) returned to team training Thursday and could be an option for upcoming fixtures, the club posted.
Analysis: van de Beek ruptured his Achilles and was initially ruled out for six months, making his return to team training an impressive recovery milestone. The Dutch midfielder will likely be eased back into action gradually rather than being thrown straight into the starting lineup given the severity of a ruptured Achilles, but getting back on the training pitch with his teammates is a significant step forward. His return adds a useful depth option for Girona heading into the final fixtures of the season.
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