Raúl Moro
OSA
Available against Celta Vigo
Moro (knee) is available for Thursday's clash against Celta Vigo after training normally Wednesday despite some minor discomfort, according to coach Luis Miguel Ramis.
Analysis: Moro was forced to leave Tuesday's session early due to discomfort in his left knee but returned to full training Wednesday without any significant issues. The winger has now been cleared for Thursday's trip to Celta, though his role remains uncertain after starting the season opener against Levante on the bench. Moro should compete with Moi Gomez, Kike Barja and Aimar Oroz for minutes on the left flank.
Exits training with knee discomfort
Moro left Tuesday's training session early after feeling discomfort in his left knee but is expected to return to training Wednesday, according to Noticias de Navarra.
Analysis: Moro was forced to cut Tuesday's session short after experiencing left knee discomfort, though the issue is not initially considered serious and he is expected to train Wednesday. The winger was already a substitute in Osasuna's league opener, so another absence could see Moi Gomez deployed on the left again, with Kike Barja and Aimar Oroz also options to fill the position given the short turnaround.
Starts in last friendly
Moro (foot) is in the starting squad for Saturday's friendly against Arenas Club, the club posted.
Analysis: Moro had been forced off with a foot injury in the earlier friendly against Al Ain, a setback that came after nearly scoring with a shot off the crossbar and followed a difficult stretch that had already seen him miss a match against Napoli as a precaution. His return to the starting lineup is an encouraging sign that the issue was not serious, positioning him to compete for a spot on the left wing heading into the season opener against Levante on August 24.
Forced off with foot injury
Moro (foot) was forced off with a foot injury in the 84th minute of Osasuna's friendly against Al Ain, the club announced.
Analysis: Moro went down after twisting his foot while attempting to intercept a pass, staying down in visible pain before receiving treatment and being replaced by Unai Santos in the 84th minute after Osasuna gave him a few minutes to try to continue. He had shown encouraging signs before requesting the substitution, nearly scoring in the 55th minute with a shot that struck the crossbar. This setback follows a difficult stretch for the winger, who had already missed the friendly against Napoli as a precaution after hurting his foot against Norwich before returning to group training this week. Moi Gomez and Jonathan Dubasin are the most likely candidates to fill in on the left wing if Moro is unavailable for the season opener, with a medical exam still needed to determine the exact severity of the injury.
Back in full training
Moro (leg) is back in full training with the rest of his teammates, the club announced.
Analysis: Moro had been left out of Wednesday's friendly against Napoli in Italy as a precaution before Osasuna returned to their Tajonar training center Thursday. His return to group training is a positive sign ahead of the club's final preseason friendly. No specific injury has been disclosed, with the absence described as purely precautionary. Moro is expected to continue building toward full match involvement as preseason wraps up.
Ruled out as precaution
Moro (leg) is not traveling with Osasuna's squad for Wednesday's friendly against Napoli, held out for preventive reasons, according to the club.
Analysis: Moro recently played 45 minutes in the friendly against Racing Santander after working through a leg injury earlier in the week, so this absence appears to be a cautious step back rather than a new setback. He remains on track to be ready for the start of the new season, likely competing with Kike Barja for a spot on the left flank.
Not in squad for Racing friendly
Moro (leg) wasn't in the squad for Friday's friendly match against Racing Santander.
Analysis: Moro picked up a leg injury earlier this week in training, and Osasuna are taking a cautious approach with his recovery. Moro's next chance to play will be in the friendly match against Ipswich Town on Wednesday, July 29.
Cuts session short with leg issue
Moro did not complete Wednesday morning's session, leaving training early with discomfort in the back of his right leg, though the issue is not expected to be serious, according to Noticias de Navarra.
Analysis: Moro's early exit from training is being described as precautionary rather than the sign of a serious issue. Osasuna will be hoping it proves to be nothing, given that Moro is the likely option to fill the left wing role following Victor Munoz's departure, making his fitness a notable point of focus heading into the new season.
Available for season finale
Moro (hamstring) has been cleared and is available for Saturday's season finale against Getafe, the club posted.
Analysis: Moro had been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a biceps femoris muscle injury, but his recovery has been faster than initially anticipated and he has made it back in time for the final fixture. His return is a timely boost for Osasuna heading into the weekend, giving coach Alessio Lisci another attacking option to call upon in the absence of the injured Victor Munoz (quadriceps).
Could be available Saturday
Moro (hamstring) could be an option for Saturday's game against Getafe, according to manager Alessio Lisci. "Raul is fine, in theory. He'll train Friday, and if things go well, he'll be part of the squad Saturday."
Analysis: Even though Moro was expected to miss the rest of the season, he has recovered quicker than expected and is already back in training. A final call will be made following Friday's training session, but all signs point to the winger being available for the season finale. His potential return would give the team a huge boost on offense due to the absence of Victor Munoz (quadriceps).
Hamstring injury ends season
Moro (hamstring) has been confirmed with a biceps femoris muscle injury in his right leg following medical examinations at the Clinica Universidad de Navarra, ruling him out for two to three weeks and effectively ending his season, according to the club.
Analysis: Moro ends his return to La Liga with Osasuna with two assists, 10 chances created and 28 crosses across 13 appearances (even starts), having stepped into the starting lineup during the absence of Victor Munoz (calf) before picking up an issue himself. Kike Barja is expected to continue taking on a larger role on the left flank for the remaining fixtures of Osasuna's season.
Leaves with discomfort Tuesday
Moro was forced to abandon Tuesday's meeting with Atletico Madrid due to an apparent injury.
Analysis: Moro's performance ended after 37 minutes in the midweek game, with the winger feeling a pain that prevented him from playing any longer. It was his third consecutive opportunity as the replacement of Victor Munoz (calf) on the left flank, but now both attackers could be ruled out of upcoming matches. Thus, Kike Barja may take on a greater role going forward.
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