It's been about four months since Unai Simon had wrist surgery after Euro 2024, which he helped Spain win. Since then, he has been undergoing his recovery, which is now almost at its end.
Julen Agirrezabala and Alex Padilla have deputized in goal for Athletic Club at different stages since the start of the 2024-25 season, although Simon is expected to take over the starting position in the coming weeks. It could happen this weekend when Real Sociedade head to San Mames for the first Basque derby of the campaign.
According to Gol (via ED), Simone confirmed that he is available for selection for Sunday's match.
“We have completed the estimated four months of injury, and the truth is that it continues its course. I trained with the group, I did more things, and being called will depend on Ernesto (Valverde, his manager).
The return of Simone is good news for Athletic Clubalthough Agirrezabala and Padilla have done well in his absence.
