The injuries suffered by Oriol Romeu and Daley Blind in the draw against Celta represent an important challenge for the Gironawho in a few hours faces his debut in the Champions League against the Feyenoord. Both players left the field of play with visible discomfort, and the team Michel You will need to make adjustments to maintain your structure.
Oriolethe most experienced center in the squad, felt a puncture in his hamstring, which is worrying regarding his availability in the upcoming games. The seniority of the midfielder is crucial, especially in highly demanding games like those of the Champions. Not only is he the player who can balance the midfield due to the lack of players in that position, but he also leads the pace of the game, helping to organize the ball’s release and providing solidity in defense. John Solis could be an option, although the Vallecano coach could depend on him to form, again, a pair of pivots with Yangel and Iván Martín.
On the other hand it appears Daley Blindone of the most consistent players of the season who was also forced to leave the field after feeling discomfort in his calf. Blind He has been a key piece in Girona’s defensive system, providing solidity, game vision and experience both in defense and in getting the ball out. His ability to adapt to different roles on the defensive line and his seniority have made him one of the most trusted men. The Dutchman, who has played almost all the games as a starter, is indisputable in the coach’s plans, and his loss would be a hard blow for the team.
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With the match against Feyenoord on the horizon, Michel He will have to reorganize his defense and midfield if the medical tests confirm the absences of Romeu and Blindwhich seem obvious -especially that of Ulldecona-. The Dutch team will also demand a solid and disciplined Girona in both areas in the Champions League premiere in Montilivi.
As if that were not enough, the saturation of matches is a factor that Míchel has pointed out with concern, and managing the physical load of the players will be a fundamental aspect for the coming weeks, eagerly looking forward to the next league break.