Luis Suárez a doubt ahead of Sporting v Bodø/Glimt clash | OneFootball

Sporting is carefully managing the physical condition of Luis Suárez, placing the Colombian forward under special attention at this stage. The striker did not participate in regular ball training and only did gym work, as part of a strategy designed to avoid physical risks.

The decision is related to some recent issues the player has been experiencing. Despite continuing to be a key figure in the Lions’ attack, the Club’s management prefers to reduce his workload to ensure the forward remains available for upcoming fixtures.

This management comes at a demanding point in the calendar, with Sporting playing decisive matches. The goal is to protect the player and prevent minor physical complaints from developing into more serious injuries that could keep him out of action for a longer period.

He continues to play a crucial role in the attacking sector. Therefore, Rui Borges’ technical team is looking to preserve his physical condition as much as possible.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, Luis Suárez – valued at 22 million euros – has played 40 matches: 24 in Liga Portugal Betclic, nine in the Champions League, five in the Portuguese Cup, one in the League Cup, and another in the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira. In the 3,206 minutes he has been on the pitch, the striker has scored 31 goals and provided four assists.

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