Kike Salas
SEV
Sent off Saturday
Salas was sent off in the second half of Saturday's game against Rayo Vallecano.
Analysis: Salas was sent off with a straight red card after a harsh foul on Jorge De Frutos. This means Fabio Cardoso or Marcao (foot) could be in line to start at right-back when Sevilla take on Athletic Club on Aug. 22. If the ban doesn't get extended by the Disciplinary Committee, Salas should be in line to return against Atletico Madrid on Aug. 29.
Appears in practice match
Salas (quadriceps) played during the second half of Sunday's friendly game against Ceuta.
Analysis: Salas regained full fitness after dealing with a slight injury, so he should be ready to play in the league season kickoff. He was previously a regular starter at center-back, and that is unlikely to change in the upcoming competition, forcing Arouna Sangante and Fabio Cardoso to wait for opportunities on the bench.
Back in team training
Salas (quad) is back in team training Saturday, according to Zona Mixta.
Analysis: Salas had missed Thursday's friendly against Cordoba CF due to minor quadriceps discomfort, a precautionary absence rather than a significant setback. His return to full training so soon after confirms the issue was minor, and he should be back in contention for Sevilla's upcoming matches as preseason continues.
Dealing with quad discomfort
Salas will not be available for Thursday's friendly against Cordoba CF due to minor quadriceps discomfort, the club posted.
Analysis: Salas had been training normally under coach Luis Plaza, and his absence is described as a precautionary measure rather than a significant setback. No specific recovery timeline has been provided, so his availability for upcoming sessions and friendlies will depend on how he responds over the coming days.
Scores in win
Kike Salas scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 victory versus Villarreal.
Analysis: Salas found the back of the net as part of Sevilla's comeback, though the defender likely was more impactful helping prevent Villarreal from scoring more goals after the early onslaught. Salas is likely to be more focused on the defensive side of the pitch against Real Madrid, a team with a +39 goal differential in La Liga play this season.
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