Adrián Niño
MLA
Remains out against Levante
Nino (leg) is out for Sunday's La Liga clash against Levante despite recently returning to partial team training.
Analysis: Nino has made encouraging progress from the right soleus injury suffered during the Trofeo Costa del Sol against Fulham, but Sunday's contest ultimately comes too soon for his return. The forward has begun reintegrating into team sessions after spending several weeks on the sidelines, suggesting he is entering the final stages of his recovery. His continued progress in training should determine when he's ready to return to the matchday squad and make his first competitive appearance of the season.
Returns to partial team training
Nino (leg) returned to partial team training Friday, according to the club.
Analysis: Nino had suffered a soleus muscle injury in his right leg after being forced off in the Trofeo Costa del Sol match against Fulham, an issue expected to keep him out for at least three weeks. His return to partial sessions marks an encouraging step in his recovery, though a full return to unrestricted training will be the next milestone to track as he works his way back into contention for Malaga.
Ruled out at least three weeks
Nino suffered a soleus muscle injury in his right leg after being forced off in the 11th minute of Wednesday's Trofeo Costa del Sol match against Fulham and will be out for at least three weeks, according to Radio Marca Malaga.
Analysis: Nino will miss Malaga's league opener against Atletico Madrid at the Riyad Air Metropolitano on Wednesday, Aug. 19 as a result. The setback comes at a difficult time for coach Juanfran Funes, with the forward having been pegged for a key role after an excellent 2025-26 season. The club has not provided a more specific recovery timeline beyond confirming his progress will be monitored closely. Nino is expected to begin his rehabilitation process once his evolution over the coming days is assessed.
Suffers preseason injury
Nino exited Wednesday's friendly against Fulham in the first half due to an undisclosed injury.
Analysis: Nino lasted just 11 minutes before being replaced, and further tests will be needed to determine the extent of the injury. Malaga are opening the season on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Atletico Madrid, so if Nino suffered a severe injury, he'd be at risk of not playing in the season opener.
Bags 12 goals in 2025/26
Nino scored 12 goals and added two assists for Malaga in the 2025/26 season.
Analysis: Nino never found his footing as a youngster who came through the Atletico Madrid ranks, but he had his best season with Malaga in 2025/26. He was one of three players who scored at least 10 goals throughout the campaign alongside David Larrubia (12) and Chupe (25). Nino could remain with Malaga in the return to LaLiga as a depth piece in the attacking third.
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