Córdoba CF Jacobo Martí sidelined by knee sprain after Elche friendly

In the 53rd minute of the pre‑season friendly against Elche, Córdoba CF right‑back Jacobo Martí collapsed after a challenge, clutching his knee as teammates rushed to his side. Medical staff immediately attended, and the club later confirmed a grade‑two sprain of the internal collateral ligament.

A recent photograph shows Jacobo Martí in action during a match against Sevilla FC, captured by photographer Manuel Murillo. The image underscores the defender’s involvement in the pre‑season programme.

The club’s official statement, published under the heading Actualidad, diagnosed the injury as a knee sprain with an initial grade‑2 involvement of the internal collateral ligament. This assessment was released shortly after the incident.

Further medical examinations are required to confirm the severity and to outline the appropriate treatment plan. Consequently, El Córdoba CF has not announced an estimated recovery timeline.

The setback complicates manager Iván Ania’s preparations for the 2026‑27 campaign, as Martí was among the summer acquisitions intended to strengthen the right‑back position. He will now have to compete for a place once his fitness is cleared.

With Martí sidelined, the squad currently lists three right‑backs, leaving Carlos Albarrán and Egoitz Muñoz as the immediate alternatives for Ania’s selection. Their involvement will be crucial in the upcoming fixtures.

Córdoba CF now faces four players on the injury list: central defender Fomeyem, right‑back Jacobo Martí, and forwards Salim El Jebari and Adilson. The club’s medical department will monitor each case closely.

The information was reported by Diario Córdoba, confirming the club’s official communication and providing the details of the injury list.