Matías Vecino
CEL
CM
Deep-Lying Playmaker
Aug 24, 1991 (35)
Right
6'2"
179 lb
Celta VigoUndergoes knee surgery
Vecino (knee) underwent surgery and will be out for multiple months, according to La Voz de Galicia.
Analysis: Vecino had been dealing with a knee injury for quite some time, and the veteran decided to undergo surgery Thursday in Barcelona to solve the issue once and for all. While the recovery time is expected to be around two to three months, Vecino is expected to reach an agreement to become a free agent in the coming days, as that would allow Celta to sign a replacement before the summer transfer window closes.
Travels for knee evaluation
Vecino traveled to Barcelona to see specialist Ramon Cugat about right knee discomfort, according to TQHT.
Analysis: Vecino was left out of Celta's squad for Wednesday's match against Sassuolo and Saturday's match against Napoli due to the issue, with the coaching staff opting not to take any risks while awaiting a clearer picture of the problem. The specialist Ramon Cugat previously operated on the same knee in July 2020 for a meniscus injury that kept him sidelined for several months. Vecino is expected to continue individual work in Vigo while the medical staff determines the next steps.
Receives medical clearance
Vecino (groin) received the medical clearance and will be available for Sunday's game at Athletic Club, according to La Voz de Galicia.
Analysis: Vecino is set to return to action after being sidelined for the last four games. He hasn't played in the league in nearly a month, as his last Liga appearance came April 12 against Real Oviedo. He should be in contention to return to the starting lineup against Athletic on Sunday.
Targeting Athletic Club
Vecino (groin) will not be available for Tuesday's clash against Levante but could return for Sunday's fixture against Athletic Club, according to coach Claudio Giraldez, per Mundo Celeste. "Matias won't be available yet for this match, he's done some things with the group today but it's the first day he's done anything remotely real with us and we're going to wait until the Athletic match."
Analysis: Vecino has been working his way back from an adductor issue and his first session of meaningful work with the group is an encouraging step forward, even if Tuesday comes too soon for him to feature. The experienced midfielder's potential return for Sunday's clash against Athletic Club would be a welcome boost for Celta heading into the final fixtures of the season, with the club managing his comeback carefully to avoid any setbacks.
Yet to resume group training
Vecino (groin) has yet to resume group training and is not expected to be an option for Saturday's game at Atletico Madrid, according to La Voz de Galicia.
Analysis: Vecino resumed training on grass back in late April, but the fact that he's still training away from the group two days before the Atletico clash suggests he won't be fit enough to play Saturday. He's trending in the right direction, but it seems Vecino's next chance to play will come against Levante on Tuesday, May 12.
Back on grass, not yet ready
Vecino (adductor) began outdoor field work Wednesday and is continuing his recovery, but remains short of rejoining team training and will not be available for Sunday's clash against Elche, according to La Voz de Galicia.
Analysis: Vecino had been ruled out after feeling a pinch in his adductor during training ahead of the Villarreal fixture, and while his return to outdoor activity is an encouraging step, the timeline makes Sunday's clash too soon for the experienced midfielder. Ilaix Moriba is expected to continue covering in the midfield until Vecino is fully reintegrated with the group in the coming days.
Suffers adductor injury
Vecino felt a slight pinch in his adductor during Wednesday's training session and is ruled out for Sunday's clash against Villarreal, according to coach Claudio Giraldez, per Mundo Celeste. "Matias noticed a little pinch in the adductor yesterday during training."
Analysis: Vecino's issue adds to a growing list of fitness concerns for Celta Vigo heading into the weekend, with the experienced midfielder's ruled out against the Yellow Submarine after the training setback. Ilaix Moriba is expected to step into the midfield until Vecino returns to full speed for the Celeste.
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