Aitor Mañas
ALA
Nets one off bench
Manas scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Malaga.
Analysis: Manas rescued a point for Alaves on Friday, scoring off the bench against Malaga. It was his first goal of the season and the first La Liga goal of his career. After making nine substitute appearances during the 2025/26 campaign, he earned his first start this season and has now appeared seven times overall, with just one start.
Clears protocols
Manas (concussion) cleared the protocols and trained fully Wednesday after the heavy blow to the head he suffered in Santander, according to Javier Lekuona of Diario AS.
Analysis: Manas had been ruled out of matches against Valencia and Athletic Club after suffering the concussion, with his release from the hospital already an encouraging sign at the time. His continued progress through the recovery process now points toward a return once the international break concludes.
Enters concussion protocol
Manas (concussion) has been ruled out of this week's matches against Valencia and Athletic Club after suffering a concussion during the clash with Racing Santander, the club announced.
Analysis: Manas will miss at least the next two matches while progressing through the required concussion protocol. His release from the hospital is an encouraging development, but Alaves has not provided a timetable beyond the Athletic clash. His availability for subsequent matches will depend on how he progresses through the protocol.
Forced off late after heavy blow to head
Manas was forced off late in Saturday's clash against Racing Santander after a heavy blow to the head, according to the club.
Analysis: Manas recently signed a contract extension with Deportivo Alaves through 2030 after making a strong impression in his debut campaign, scoring seven goals across 19 appearances for the reserve side and earning nine appearances with the senior squad. This injury is a concerning development to monitor, and further clarity on his condition should emerge as Alaves continues its season.
Signs contract extension until 2030
Manas has signed a contract extension with Deportivo Alaves until 2030, the club announced.
Analysis: Manas joined in summer 2025 from Deportivo Aragon, where he finished as the reserve side's top scorer, and quickly became an offensive reference for the Miniglorias, scoring seven goals across 19 appearances in his debut campaign. Manas made his Alaves debut in the Copa del Rey against Portugalete before earning his first-team bow in La Liga with a 13-minute cameo against Osasuna, going on to make nine appearances with the senior squad. The extension reflects the club's confidence in his potential and continued development within the organization.
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