Real Betis Coach: Amrabat to Join Morocco Squad After Dinamo Zagreb Match on December 11

Soufiane Amrabat has become one of the most crucial pillars of Manuel Pellegrini's system at Real Betis, having shown great cohesion with the pace of competition and quick adaptation to the team's style. However, an injury he sustained after an unintentional collision with Isco Alarcón ruled him out of the derby and deprived the club of his services in the cup match. His participation against Barcelona remains dependent on the improvement of his condition in the coming days. Anxiety is growing within the Andalusian club over the possibility of him departing for the Africa Cup of Nations without playing additional matches before his departure.

Manuel Pellegrini stated in media remarks: “We will see how Amrabat’s condition develops, as he did not train with the group today.”

He added: “We will assess his situation at the end of the week to see if he is capable of light jogging and returning to group training.”

The Chilean coach continued, noting that persistent physical discomfort could affect his readiness for upcoming commitments, whether in the league or the Copa del Rey.

Pellegrini concluded by confirming that the player's departure for the Africa Cup of Nations seems likely, suggesting it would occur after the team's anticipated European clash in Zagreb.