Diario de Navarra bets on Bretones, Muñoz, and Barja against Espanyol

CA Osasuna

Osasuna has a lot at stake this Sunday at El Sadar. The rojillo team hosts Espanyol in a match marked by classification tension, with both teams tied at 42 points and still pending to mathematically secure their survival. In this context, Diario de Navarra bets on a lineup with significant moves by Alessio Lisci.

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Abel Bretones
290.000€-60.000€    5

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One of the main changes would be at left back, where Bretones is expected to start instead of Galán. The defender would regain prominence in a game where Osasuna will need balance, width on the wing, and high defensive concentration against an Espanyol team boosted by their latest victory.

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Iker Muñoz
700.000€-90.000€    3

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MD

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In midfield, Iker Muñoz also appears in the starting lineup, accompanying Moncayola, Aimar Oroz, and Rubén García. His presence may be important to provide muscle and order to a midfield that will have to support the team in a highly demanding match, with many duels and little margin for error.

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Kike Barja
970.000€-20.000€    -

J1

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22

Upfront, the big bet would be Kike Barja, who would occupy one of the wings following the absence of Raúl Moro. The youth player has been showing good signs and could have an important opportunity to start. Up front, barring surprises, Ante Budimir would return, looking to reconnect with goal after a match against Atlético in which he had several clear chances.

The other noteworthy news is the inclusion of Víctor Muñoz in the squad. The attacker makes the list despite not having trained normally in recent days due to soleus discomfort, although all signs point to him not being ready to start. The decision on his possible participation during the second half will be made throughout the day.

For fantasy managers, the most interesting updates involve Bretones, Iker Muñoz, and Kike Barja, all of whom are expected to start according to Diario de Navarra’s preview. In a match with so much at stake, Osasuna needs an immediate reaction, and El Sadar will be key to pushing the team towards a victory that could leave their survival practically secured.