🤕 Down again, Athletic confirm fresh injury blow for Iñaki Williams | OneFootball

The Athletic Club has raised alarms in Lezama after confirming the official medical report of Iñaki Williams, a key forward in the red-and-white scheme. The player had to be substituted in the 38th minute of the Champions League match played last night against Qarabag FK due to an injury.

According to the club's statement, Williams suffers from a "injury to the adductor muscles of his right leg". The Bilbao player has already begun his recovery process, although the downtime is uncertain and his "progress" will determine his availability.

This ailment is the second injury that Iñaki Williams faces this season, a worrying fact for the coaching staff and fans, given the fundamental role of the attacker in the Athletic's offense. The absence of his speed and scoring ability was felt after his withdrawal from the field.

The most concerning part of the report is that the injury comes at the worst possible time. Williams is doubtful for the crucial Basque derby that will pit Athletic Club against Real Sociedad next Saturday, November 1 at Anoeta. This match is vital for the European aspirations of both teams.

The potential absence of Williams forces the coach to rethink the offensive strategy for the derby, seeking alternatives within the squad to replace one of the most decisive players. The fans will be closely following every update on his physical condition ahead of the clash in San Sebastián.

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