Sevilla pre-season kicks off with medicals as nine reserve players join first training
Sevilla pre-season starts with medical checks this weekend; Luis García Plaza summons nine Sevilla Atlético players while internationals join national teams.
Sevilla begin pre-season with medical assessments and notable absences
Sevilla’s pre-season preparations officially start this weekend as the first-team squad undergoes the customary medical assessments ahead of training. The club confirmed that most players will attend the medicals, with a handful excused due to international duty or late call-ups to their national teams. The move marks the formal start of preparations for the coming campaign under manager Luis García Plaza.
Key first-team figures absent for medicals due to national team commitments
Djibril Sow and Rubén Vargas are among those excused from weekend medical checks as they remain with their national teams following the conclusion of LaLiga. Akor Adams and Gabriel Suazo were also not present, having joined their respective selections after the domestic season ended. The absences mean Sevilla will begin on Monday without four members who are expected to rejoin the squad once international windows close.
Luis García Plaza integrates nine Sevilla Atlético players into initial training
On Monday the first-team will move onto the grass at the Ciudad Deportiva José Ramón Cisneros Palacios, operating in a morning and afternoon double-session pattern to begin physical preparation. Luis García Plaza has called up nine players from Sevilla Atlético to integrate into the opening phase of training. The manager’s decision reflects a pathway for reserve players to compete for places and help fill workload during the early pre-season period.
Names and positions of the reserve players called to first-team duty
The nine promoted players include three goalkeepers — Rafa Romero, Loren Luchino and Sergio Recio — reinforcing the club’s depth between the posts. Central defender Iker Muñoz has also been included to bolster the defensive group during initial sessions. In midfield and attacking areas, Nico Guillén and Edu Altozano are named in midfield roles, while Manuel Ángel, Jesús Cruz and forward Ibra Sow will provide options on the flanks and up front.
Additional squad members integrated after season’s close
Beyond the nine from Sevilla Atlético, the club will also begin the week with Alberto Flores, Castrín, Oso, Manu Bueno and Miguel Sierra in the mix. These five were already training with the broader group at the end of the previous campaign despite not having first-team squad numbers last season. Their inclusion signals continued internal promotion and underscores Sevilla’s strategy of blending academy talent with established professionals.
Training schedule and workload for the opening week
The team’s plan for the opening week features intensive double sessions aimed at assessing fitness, refreshing tactical principles and starting physical conditioning. Morning sessions will focus on aerobic work, technical drills and individual evaluations, while afternoon work is expected to emphasize tactical organization and small-sided games. The double-session format allows the coaching staff to manage load while giving opportunities to a larger group of players.
Opportunities and expectations for the promoted youngsters
For the nine reserve players and additional prospects, the pre-season represents a crucial opportunity to stake a claim for inclusion in season plans. Training alongside first-team professionals under García Plaza offers a fast track to demonstrate adaptability, tactical understanding and physical readiness. The club will monitor progress closely and adjust squad composition as internationals return and potential transfers are resolved.
What the early integration means for squad depth and rotation
Sevilla’s early reliance on youth and fringe players reflects practical considerations about workload and cover across multiple competitions. Integrating academy graduates at the start of pre-season helps the coaching staff evaluate internal options before the transfer market concludes. It also gives García Plaza a broader pool to rotate during a demanding schedule, preserving key players while testing tactical variations.
Timeline for returning internationals and next steps in pre-season
Players away on international duty are expected to rejoin the squad when their national team commitments conclude, after which Sevilla will progressively consolidate the group. Following the initial medicals and training sessions, the club will plan friendly fixtures, further conditioning phases and tactical sessions to build toward competitive readiness. The precise calendar of friendlies and the return dates for internationals will shape the second phase of preparations.
Final considerations on fitness and squad building ahead of the new campaign
Sevilla’s approach to the opening of pre-season emphasizes depth, internal development and measured workload management as the club transitions into competitive preparations. The coexistence of returning internationals and promoted talents will be a key focus for coaching staff aiming to balance experience with youthful energy. Early medicals and the inclusion of reserve players provide a structured start designed to accelerate physical conditioning and tactical cohesion.
Sevilla fans should expect a phased return to full-strength training as internationals rejoin and the club finalizes its preseason plan.
