Hidalgo confirms Amatucci's recovery, talks about Yeremay and prepares changes in Deportivo's attack
The Deportivo de La Coruña coach has reviewed the situation of several players ahead of their trip to the Real Sociedad in matchday 8. Amatucci will be available, although with possible minute limitations, while Yeremay continues to improve his level. The absences will force changes in attack and open up new opportunities for players such as Nsongo and the academy prospects Kevin and Ochoa.
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Amatucci, recovered but with caution about his minutes
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MDAntonio Hidalgo confirmed that Amatucci will be available for Real Sociedad after being out of the group for around two weeks.
The midfielder has given the coach good feelings, although there are still doubts about how long he will be able to stay on the pitch.
«Yes, he is available to play. He has been out of the group for a couple of weeks. We need to see how much of a minutes load he can handle», he explained.
Therefore, Amatucci is again an option in the middle of the park, although his starting role and involvement will depend on his physical condition.
Yeremay is getting closer to his best version
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MDThe manager also sounded optimistic about the progress of Yeremay, highlighting his effort in training and his gradual improvement.
«Step by step he is getting closer to his maximum. He keeps pushing himself in training», Hidalgo said.
The coach stressed that the forward needs calm and freedom to develop his football, so he trusts that he will keep recovering his best level over the coming matches.
Injuries force a reorganization of the attack
One of Hidalgo's main concerns is how to reorganize the team in the face of offensive absences. The coach admitted that for days he has been studying different alternatives and possible position changes.
«It's important to combine all of that now. Those who can play need to have an open mind to play in different positions and feel comfortable», he explained.
The coach made it clear that Deportivo could make changes to its attacking structure, although he did not want to specify which players will fill the affected roles.
He also pointed to the team's good performance in the second half against Betis, a reference that could help him make tactical adjustments.
Bil Nsongo receives praise and keeps his claim
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DLHidalgo had very positive words for Bil Nsongo, especially after his debut with the first team.
«I'm happy for his debut, for the way he did it, and I encourage him to keep pushing, to go for more», he said.
The coach highlighted his commitment and attitude, although he did not confirm that he will have more immediate prominence. The absences in attack could play in his favor over the coming matches.
Giménez, Noubi and Ede return from international duty
The coach also reviewed the status of the internationals, acknowledging that the accumulation of minutes and travel can affect their physical condition.
Noubi has played every minute with his national team, while Ede has also had an important involvement. For his part, Giménez has played less, although he has made a long trip.
Even so, Hidalgo believes all three have had enough time to rest, without announcing any specific restrictions for the match.
Comas and Barcia have few options to recover a starting spot
The coach was clear when assessing the situation of Comas and Barcia, two players who are struggling to find consistency.
«Some teammates are playing, and now it will be complicated», he admitted.
Although he viewed their attitude and daily work positively, his comments suggest that both will continue to find it difficult to break into the starting XI in the short term, unless the team's needs change.
Kevin and Ochoa could make the squad
The absences can also open the door to the academy. Hidalgo confirmed that Kevin and Ochoa have a chance to travel with the first team to provide options from the bench.
«It's likely they will come with us because we need resources on the bench», he explained.
About Kevin, he praised his work, although he clarified that he does not feel especially comfortable playing as a lone centre-forward and that he needs a teammate to complement his characteristics.
He also mentioned Noé as an alternative to reinforce the midfield.
Doubts in the XI for the trip to Real Sociedad
Hidalgo acknowledged that injuries force him to reconsider some of his usual decisions, especially in attack. His intention is to maintain Deportivo's identity by adapting other players to different positions.
The coach did not preview a specific lineup, but left open the possibility of introducing system changes and giving opportunities to players with less of a role.
Amatucci's availability, the physical condition of the internationals and the attacking alternatives will be some of the key factors in defining the XI against Real Sociedad.
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