
Ander Barrenetxea
24-Year-Old
Real Sociedad
La Liga
GTD
Injury Undisclosed
Est. Return 4/11/2026
Forced off against Levante
Barrenetxea (undisclosed) was forced off in the 63rd minute of Saturday's clash against Levante, raising concerns with the Copa del Rey final against Atletico Madrid just two weeks away, according to El Desmarque.
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Barrenetxea's exit could not be worse for the young winger, who had just made his senior Spain debut on Tuesday and had firmly established himself in coach Matarazzo's starting lineup after previously battling through physical issues. The full extent of the problem remains unknown and the coming days will be crucial in determining his availability for Saturday's clash against Alaves and beyond. Pablo Marin is the most likely candidate to step in if Barrenetxea needs time on the sidelines, but Real Sociedad will be desperately hoping this is nothing serious with the Copa final on the horizon.
Barrenetxea's exit could not be worse for the young winger, who had just made his senior Spain debut on Tuesday and had firmly established himself in coach Matarazzo's starting lineup after previously battling through physical issues. The full extent of the problem remains unknown and the coming days will be crucial in determining his availability for Saturday's clash against Alaves and beyond. Pablo Marin is the most likely candidate to step in if Barrenetxea needs time on the sidelines, but Real Sociedad will be desperately hoping this is nothing serious with the Copa final on the horizon.
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Makes bench Saturday
Barrenetxea (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Mallorca.
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Back available Saturday
Barrenetxea (strain) returned to training with the squad Wednesday and is an option for Saturday's clash against Mallorca, coach Pellegrino Matarazzo said in the press conference. "Luka and Barrenetxea are training well, strong, and with good energy. They are definitely options for tomorrow's game and also for Wednesday."
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Not ready yet
Barrenetxea (strain) won't be an option for Saturday's game against Real Oviedo, manager Pellegrino Matarazzo told media Friday. "He should begin full training next week, but this game against Oviedo was too soon to include him in the squad."
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Back in training
Barrenetxea (strain) was spotted in training Thursday and could be an option for Saturday's match against Oviedo, according to Diario Vasco.
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Not ready to return yet
Barrenetxea (strain) won't be ready to play against Real Madrid on Saturday, manager Pellegrino Matarazzo told media Friday. "Barrenetxea and Kubo still need a few more weeks before they can be an option, but hopefully, it won't be too long until they're ready to return."
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