Medrán waits on Federico Lértora until the last minute for Los Andes trip | OneFootball

Federico Lértora has put an adductor issue behind him and could be available to Ezequiel Medrán at Colón for the visit to Los Andes.

At Colón, one of the main stories of the week has a name of its own: Federico Lértora. The midfielder, who raised alarm bells last weekend against Godoy Cruz, is progressing well and is shaping up to be part of the team that will visit Los Andes on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at Eduardo Gallardón Stadium.

Lértora had been substituted in the 30th minute of the second half with visible signs of pain in the adductor area. After the match, the player himself spoke of a “strain,” and medical tests confirmed that diagnosis: there was no injury, though there was discomfort that forced him to reduce his workload at the start of the week.

From caution to optimism with Lértora at Colón

During the first two days, the midfielder trained separately as part of a gradual recovery plan. However, this Wednesday he took a key step by training alongside the group, which generated strong optimism within the coaching staff.

At a time when the team needs certainty, Lértora’s possible presence appears to be a key piece in maintaining balance in midfield.

The importance of the former Belgrano player is also heightened by confirmed absences. Matías Muñoz will have to serve another match of suspension, while Matías Godoy will be unavailable after his sending-off against Godoy Cruz.

In that scenario, Medrán needs to reshape the team, and having Lértora could simplify several tactical decisions.

Alternatives in case of absence

If the midfielder is ultimately not fit in time, the coach is considering different options. One is the inclusion of Paraguayan Sebastián Olmedo to fill that area. Another possibility is to change the system, with a reshuffle in the midfield structure.

In addition, other changes are taking shape in the starting eleven: Mauro Peinipil could come in for Emanuel Beltrán, Leandro Allende for Facundo Castet, and Julián Marcioni for the suspended Godoy.

The training session that will decide everything at Colón

The final word will come in Thursday’s football training session at Brigadier López Stadium, where Medrán will finish shaping the team.

Probable lineup: Matías Budiño; Mauro Peinipil, Pier Barrios, Federico Rasmussen, Facundo Castet; Federico Lértora; Ignacio Antonio, Agustín Toledo, Julián Marcioni and Ignacio Lago; and Alan Bonansea. Coach: Ezequiel Medrán.

There it will be determined whether Lértora is fit enough to start in a key match for Colón, who need to return to winning ways and make up ground in Zone A.

For now, the sign is clear: the midfielder is responding… and at the Sabalero, they are full of hope.

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