Carlos Protesoni
ALA
Available from bench
Protesoni (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's season opener against Getafe.
Analysis: Protesoni suffered a heavy impact during training that raised some concern over his availability for the opening fixtures, with the issue described as non-muscular. He has now recovered in time for the opener and is included on the bench, which does not represent a significant setback to his expected role as he is primarily a substitute option.
Available for season opener
Protesoni (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's season opener against Getafe, according to coach Quique Sanchez Flores, per SER Victoria.
Analysis: Protesoni had suffered a heavy impact during training that raised some concern about his availability, a non-muscular issue that had left him questionable for upcoming fixtures. This update now confirms he has recovered in time for the opener, giving Deportivo Alaves clarity in central defense and midfield rather than needing to lean on increased minutes for Antonio Blanco, Ville Koski and Nahuel Tenaglia.
Struggling with knock
Protesoni suffered a heavy impact during a training session and is questionable for upcoming fixtures, Javier Lekuona of As reports.
Analysis: Protesoni's status is a minor worry for his team as he recovers from a non-muscular issue. His absence would reduce the club's ability to rotate in central defense and midfield, leading to increased minutes on the pitch for Antonio Blanco, Ville Koski and Nahuel Tenaglia. It remains to be seen if Protesoni will be forced to miss time in the initial stages of the campaign.
Signs extension with Alaves
Protesoni signed a two-year contract extension with Alaves, committing his future to the club through June 2028, the club announced.
Analysis: Protesoni has made 105 official appearances across all competitions over the past four seasons, contributing six goals while establishing himself as captain and one of the most emblematic figures in the dressing room. The 28-year-old Uruguayan, nicknamed "El Comandante" by supporters, has become a key figure in the club's current sporting project through his consistency, character and unwavering competitiveness. His renewal ensures he will continue under coach Quique Sanchez Flores heading into the 2026-27 season, with the club clearly viewing him as a cornerstone of their plans for the coming years.
Makes squad list
Protesoni (undisclosed) is in the squad list for Saturday's clash against Elche.
Analysis: Protesoni made a return from the muscular issue he picked up during his first appearance under coach Quique Sanchez Flores against Valencia, earning a squad list call despite having only returned to team training for a couple of days. The Uruguayan's return is a significant boost for a side battling through the final stretch of their survival fight.
Fit and available again
Protesoni (undisclosed) fully recovered from the muscle injury he suffered against Valencia and has returned to training at the same rhythm as his teammates, according to Ander Barroso of Marca.
Analysis: Protesoni had been sidelined for longer than initially anticipated after picking up a muscular issue during his first appearance under coach Quique Sanchez Flores against Valencia, but his return to full training is perfectly timed for Alaves heading into a crucial four-game survival run. The Uruguayan is unlikely to start Saturday's clash against Elche but could see some minutes off the bench, with the coach expected to ease him back carefully given the nature of the injury. His return is particularly valuable for a side that relies heavily on a five-defender system, as Protesoni gives coach Sanchez Flores a key option in that role heading into what could be the most important week of Alaves' season.
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