Hugo Sotelo Sidelined with Injury
G. E (Elbotola)
17 February 2026at16:15
Midfielder Hugo Sotelo sustained a sprained right ankle during a training session, ruling him out of upcoming matches. His absence has been confirmed for the Europa League Round of 16 first leg against PAOK Thessaloniki, and he is also expected to miss Sunday's league match against Mallorca.
The player picked up the injury during training, necessitating an intensive treatment program. Sotelo is currently undergoing rehabilitation with physiotherapists, separate from the main squad.
This absence comes at a time when Sotelo has been an effective member of his team this season. The player has featured in 21 matches, accumulating 1,104 minutes, alternating between starting and substitute roles throughout the current season.
Q&A
Why is Hugo Sotelo sidelined from upcoming matches?
Hugo Sotelo is sidelined due to a sprained right ankle sustained during a training session. He is currently undergoing an intensive rehabilitation program with physiotherapists, separate from the main squad.
Which key matches will Hugo Sotelo miss due to his ankle injury?
Hugo Sotelo's sprained ankle rules him out of the Europa League Round of 16 first leg against PAOK Thessaloniki. He is also expected to miss Sunday's league match against Mallorca.
