Santi Comesaña
VIL
Center Midfielder
Deep-Lying Playmaker
Oct 5, 1996 (30)
Both
6'2"
165 lb
Trains fully Monday
Comesana (ankle) trained fully without issues on Monday and will likely be an option for Saturday's match against Real Madrid, the club posted.
Analysis: Comesana missed team training last week due to an ankle issue, casting some doubt over his availability for Saturday's trip, so his return to a full session is an encouraging step. If cleared, he should be in the mix for a spot in midfield alongside Pape Gueye, while Nathan Saliba would be the likely alternative if Comesana is unable to go.
Yet to return to training
Comesana (ankle) didn't train with the group Monday and Tuesday, and his status for the Oct. 10 match at Real Madrid remains uncertain, according to Actualidad Castellon.
Analysis: Comesana is the only injured player in Villarreal's squad since Juan Foyth, who withdrew from the Argentina squad ahead of the international break, has trained without limitations for two straight days. If Comesana doesn't recover in time for the match against Real Madrid, Nathan Saliba could be in line to start in midfield next to Pape Gueye.
Set to miss several weeks
Comesana (ankle) will miss several weeks due to the injury he suffered against Malaga, according to coach Inigo Perez. "He will miss several weeks, it is not a big injury but enough to make him miss this one."
Analysis: Comesana had been forced off in the first half of the recent match against Malaga after suffering an intense tackle to his foot, with Pape Gueye coming on in his place. This now confirms a notable absence for a player who had started in six of Villarreal's first seven matches across all competitions, though the international break could help limit how many games he ultimately misses.
Exits game after blow
Comesana left Thursday's matchup versus Malaga with a potential ankle injury.
Analysis: Comesana suffered an intense tackle to his foot and had to be replaced by Pape Gueye in the first half of Thursday's contest. The former Rayo Vallecano man has started in six of the first seven games of the season across all competitions, and his absence in upcoming clashes would reduce the team's usual midfield capacity. Still, the severity of his injury remains unclear for the time being, and the lengthy international break could give him enough time to recover and avoid missing multiple games if it's not a major issue.
Cleared for group training
Comesana has recovered from his injury and is training normally with the group as Villarreal begins its second week of preseason, the club announced.
Analysis: Comesana's return is a boost for Villarreal, given his status as an undisputed starter in midfield. The club is building toward its preseason opener against Benfica on Friday. His full participation in training suggests the recovery has been resolved without complication. Comesana is expected to continue as a key fixture in Villarreal's midfield as preseason progresses.
Ruled out for season finale
Comesana has been ruled out of Saturday's season finale against Atletico Madrid due to a calf injury, according to coach Marcelino.
Analysis: Comesana ends what has been a strong individual campaign with four goals, six assists, 53 tackles, 33 interceptions and 62 clearances across 42 appearances (35 starts) in all competitions, having been one of Villarreal's most consistent performers throughout the season. Dani Parejo is expected to get the start in his place, giving the veteran midfielder a fitting farewell appearance in what will be his final game for the Yellow Submarine before departing this summer.
Leaves Saturday with assist
Comesana assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 5-1 victory over Levante.
Analysis: Comesana recorded an assist to help contribute to the five goal scoring day on Saturday. He's earned a start in the last 10 La Liga appearances in a row, scoring one with four assists, making 14 tackles with 16 interceptions while also completing 24 clearances.
No longer banned
Comesana's league suspension is over, allowing him to play going forward after missing Thursday's duel versus Oviedo.
Analysis: Comesana will look to resume his solid campaign, challenging Dani Parejo for a central midfield spot in the remaining league matches. The functional man has recorded four goals plus five assists over 37 appearances (31 starts) across all competitions while producing various defensive numbers, with his primary weakness coming from his consistent fouling that makes him prone to yellow cards.
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