Nico Williams
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Out two to three weeks
Williams is expected to be out for two to three weeks with a moderate rectus femoris injury in his left thigh, and Athletic have written off his return for the matches at Rayo Vallecano and Valencia, as the club hopes he can return for the postponed Levante match on Oct. 21, according to Javier Ortiz de Lazcano of El Correo.
Analysis: Williams left Spain's camp last Thursday after tests confirmed the injury he picked up while scoring in the Nations League win over Croatia. He began his rehabilitation at Lezama on Sunday and has been restricted to individual work since. It's the latest setback in a string of muscle issues for Williams, who missed 10 matches in 2024/25 and another 20 last season. Alex Berenguer could step into the starting XI on the left wing while Williams is sidelined.
Begins recovery work
Williams (thigh) reported to Athletic's training facilities Sunday to begin his recovery from a moderate left thigh injury, according to Edu Velasco.
Analysis: Williams has started his rehabilitation after withdrawing from the Spain squad due to the injury suffered against Croatia. The winger has yet to resume team training, leaving his availability for Saturday's clash against Rayo Vallecano uncertain. His progress during the week should provide a clearer indication of his status, while Alex Berenguer could start on the left wing if Williams remains unavailable.
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