Sevilla rely on Kike Salas and Alfon as they face Atlético

Sevilla have added defender Kike Salas and forward Alfon González to the 24‑man squad for the third‑round league clash against Atlético de Madrid, as announced by EFEJuan Manuel Tello in the AtléticoVillar López briefing. Salas returns after serving a suspension, while Alfon comes back from a pre‑season fibre rupture.

Salas returns to bolster defence

El defensa Kike Salas was suspended after being sent off against Rayo Vallecano, serving a one‑match ban. Now he is back in the 24‑man list and will provide a vital boost to Sevilla’s back line.

Alfon re‑enters after pre‑season injury

Alfon González missed the start of the campaign with a fibre rupture suffered in pre‑season. Following his loan spell at Villarreal in the second half of last season, he re‑joins the Sevilla squad for the Atlético de Madrid game.

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Squad depth concerns and other updates

Oso is absent, having travelled to Francia for a medical assessment with the Estrasburgo club, while Rubén Vargas remains missing as his future with the Andalusian side is still undecided. The 24‑player roster also lists Vlachodimos, Fran González, Rafa Romero, Juan Iglesias, Carmona, Sangante, Castrin, Iker Muñoz, Suazo, Julio Díaz, Agoumé, Kochorashvili, Guridi, Manu Bueno, Nico Guillén, Ejuke, Miguel Sierra, Manuel Ángel, Peque, Robbie Ure, Isaac and Ibra Sow.

García Plaza complained this Friday about the shortage of senior players, blaming delayed signings and constant departures. Consequently, the coach has turned again to the cantera, promoting up to seven youngsters to the match‑day squad.

The PSG goalkeeper collided with a member of Luis Enrique’s staff during warm‑up, and Jordi Archs and Zabiri propelled Racing after it suffered in the final surge against Elche.