Venezuelan midfielder Yangel Herrera, starter for Real Sociedad, has been withdrawn from the match against Málaga after feeling discomfort in his calf during the break in Den Dreef. According to American coach Matarazzo, the injury is not serious and the decision to exclude him from the travel list is based on a policy of prudence to avoid major complications.
Club sources have confirmed that Herrera is suffering from muscle overload, without an official medical report having been issued. The club remembers that last season the player was affected by problems in the soleus, which has led Real Sociedad to manage his physical load with caution. For this reason, the coach has chosen to keep him out of the squad for the trip to Malaga, in the hope that his recovery is quick and complete.
Real Sociedad has not announced a definitive time frame for Herrera's return, but internal forecasts suggest that the midfielder could be available for the next Norwegian League match against Lillestrom, scheduled for the following Thursday. The coaching staff is confident that, if developments continue as expected, Herrera will be able to play at his full capacity again in that decisive match.
Coach Matarazzo explained that Herrera's substitution at half-time was a preventive measure, since the player was not at 100% and the risk of worsening the injury was high. The decision not to put him on the travel list was made collectively, with the intention of not straining his body in the season and protecting his long-term health.
Despite the uncertainty about the exact date of his return, Real Sociedad maintains the expectation of having Herrera in the next match. The club will continue to monitor his evolution and will make the final decision based on his physical condition and the needs of the squad. With the date of the duel against Lillestrom approaching, fans hope that the Venezuelan midfielder will be back to help the team achieve its goals in the competition.