Boyé's injury puts Alavés attack in doubt before Atlético clash

Lucas Boyé, the Argentine forward of Deportivo Alavés, was forced to leave Friday’s training session on a stretcher, leaving his participation in Saturday’s clash with Atlético de Madrid at Mendizorroza uncertain. The match is scheduled for 16:15, and the club has yet to confirm his fitness.

Injury setback threatens Alavés lineup

The club has not disclosed the nature or severity of the injury, stating only that Boyé’s condition will be monitored in the coming hours. According to the club’s official X account, the player was taken off the pitch on a stretcher and will undergo further assessment. The medical staff will watch the boy’s progress closely before naming a final squad.

This incident follows a similar scare earlier in the week when Boyé abandoned a session after a knock to his ankle, later diagnosed as a mild contusion. That episode did not keep him out for long, but it adds to concerns about his durability ahead of the crucial fixture.

Coach faces limited attacking choices

Quique Sánchez Flores has relied on Boyé as his primary offensive reference and top scorer this season. Should the striker miss the game, the coach’s immediate alternatives are Toni Martínez, who offers a natural target‑man profile, and Mariano Díaz, who has already found the net this campaign.

A third option, Aitor Mañas, sits further down the pecking order but could be called upon if both Martínez and Díaz are unavailable.

Boyé arrived in fine form, having recorded a hat‑trick against Osasuna at Mendizorroza, a performance that cemented his status as Alavés’ undisputed attacking focal point.

The forward’s possible absence compounds an already heavy injury list; defenders Ville Koski, Mikel Rodríguez and Facundo Garcés are also ruled out, forcing Sánchez Flores to reshuffle his back line for the Saturday encounter.

Alavés will announce its final squad in the next few hours, confirming whether Boyé makes the bench or is left out entirely. The outcome will shape the team’s attacking options as they host Atlético de Madrid at Mendizorroza.