Matarazzo says Aguerd deal off after consulting doctors | OneFootball

Pellegrino Matarazzo says Real will not proceed with a move for Nayef Aguerd after speaking with the doctors, as he previewed the league opener against Betis. According to Diario Vasco, the head coach also set out the squad picture and market stance.

He said the team are ready to compete and that he is eager for the ball to roll at La Cartuja. He called the seven-week pre-season long and intense, with the briefing coming 47 days after it began. With two weeks left before the window closes, Real have yet to make a signing.

The squad travel to Seville tomorrow and return in the early hours, a swift trip. They go with only one right-back, which he said does not overly concern him because several players can cover that role.

He highlighted youngsters such as Marchal, who he said could start after an outstanding pre-season. Mikel Oyarzabal is not ready to start against Betis, though he did not rule out him doing so in the next games against Real Madrid and Espanyol.

On returning to La Cartuja, he said the venue may linger in many minds but not in his, and that tomorrow is a completely different match to the Copa. He added they are happy to go back only for the game, without cup memories. He also addressed defensive work, managing a match every three days and the value of new players.

Source: Diario Vasco

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