Pedro Bigas
ELC
Loses starting role
Bigas has seen his role diminish under the new manager, with the switch to a back four leaving him on the bench for the last three matches, though Federico Redondo's suspension could give him an opportunity to return to starting XI against Celta Vigo.
Analysis: Bigas has long been a key presence in the back line, but the experienced defender has seen his playing time significantly reduced under the new manager. The coach's shift to a back four has relegated him to the bench for the last three matches, with Victor Chust and natural midfielder Federico Redondo preferred in central defense. Redondo's red card in the last outing could offer him a path back into the starting lineup, though he must impress to retain a place while also fending off competition from Kevin Lomonaco.
Fully recovered, available to play
Bigas is fully recovered and available to play Monday, despite having not featured in minutes this preseason, according to coach Martin Anselmi. "Bigas, it's true he hasn't had minutes, but he's been training well and is now fully recovered to play tomorrow's match"
Analysis: Bigas had been dealing with discomfort that limited him to partial training during preseason, and this update confirms he has put that issue behind him. He was the defensive cornerstone of Elche's survival last season, finishing with a goal, three assists, 36 tackles, 29 interceptions and 107 clearances across 28 LaLiga appearances, and his availability positions him to reclaim that central role heading into the new season. Bigas is expected to compete for a starting spot as the season gets underway.
Trains fully with team
Bigas (undisclosed) trained with the team Thursday, according to Deportes COPE.
Analysis: Bigas had been dealing with discomfort that limited him to partial training during preseason, so his full involvement now confirms he has put that issue behind him. He was the defensive cornerstone of Elche's survival last season, finishing with one goal, three assists, 36 tackles, 29 interceptions and 107 clearances across 28 LaLiga appearances, and his return to full training positions him to reclaim that central role heading into the new 2026/27 La Liga season.
Dealing with discomfort
Bigas (undisclosed) is dealing with some discomfort during preseason and is training partially, according to Javi Teruel of Diario AS.
Analysis: Bigas was the defensive cornerstone of Elche's survival last season, finishing with one goal, three assists, 36 tackles, 29 interceptions and 107 clearances across 28 La Liga appearances, and his current setback is one to monitor given his importance to the backline. His limited work continues apart from the group, and his path back to full training will be worth tracking as Elche prepares for the 2026/27 La Liga season.
Delivers one assist
Bigas assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Girona.
Analysis: Bigas was one of the standout performers in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Girona on the final day of the season, anchoring Elche's defensive line with authority and composure as his side defended deep throughout the match. The Spanish center-back consistently won his aerial duels and produced several crucial clearances in the closing stages as Girona pushed numbers forward in search of survival, finishing as one of the main reasons Elche secured the draw that confirmed their top-flight status, while also adding two tackles, two interceptions and three clearances. Bigas ends the 2025-26 season with one goal, three assists, 36 tackles, 29 interceptions and 107 clearances across 28 La Liga appearances, establishing himself as the defensive cornerstone of an Elche side that spent the entire campaign battling relegation before surviving on the final day against a direct rival.
Nets opener on Sunday
Bigas scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Oviedo.
Analysis: Bigas brilliantly scored from over 30 yards to open the scoring in the sixth minute, assisted by Marc Aguado. Bigas won all seven duels and recorded seven clearances, two tackles, one interception, and one block. This was also his first goal of the campaign.
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