Eibar midfielder Sergio Álvarez is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a muscle tear. The club confirmed on Tuesday that the player has a fibrillar rupture in the biceps femoris of his right leg, as first reported by AS.
How long will Sergio Álvarez be out?
Sergio Álvarez will undergo physiotherapy treatment, with his progress determining the exact length of his absence. This type of hamstring injury typically requires a recovery period of three to six weeks. The 29-year-old is likely to miss at least the next league match and several key training sessions. The club has not given a specific return date, but his loss is a blow to the centre of the pitch.
Eibar currently sit 14th in the Segunda División with 3 points from one win and one loss. They face a tough trip to 8th-placed FC Andorra on 30 August. Losing a starting midfielder like Álvarez comes as the team seeks consistency, having scored 2 goals and conceded 3 in their opening two fixtures.
Who can cover his position in midfield?
Sergio Álvarez's absence creates an opportunity for other midfielders in the squad. The manager will have to reconfigure his tactical setup for the match against FC Andorra. Options like Jon Bautista or Unai Vencedor could see increased minutes, though a change of system is also possible. The current squad, which you can view on our squad page, will need to take on greater collective responsibility.
The injury occurs as the team tries to close the 3-point gap to leaders Las Palmas. Remaining competitive during this period is key to staying in touch with the top of the table, which you can follow on our standings page.
How does this injury affect the team's planning?
This unplanned setback forces the coaching staff to reassess their short-term options. Beyond the immediate match, the September schedule looks demanding. Álvarez's injury tests the squad's depth in a key position. The club is hopeful for an optimal rehabilitation, but the uncertainty over his return complicates medium-term planning.
The team must find internal solutions, as the transfer window is closed. The effectiveness of these alternatives will be measured in the coming matchdays, with detailed tracking available in our stats. The immediate objective is to pick up points away at Andorra to stay within reach of the promotion places.
