Roger Brugué Passes Medicals as Levante Launch 2026/27 Preseason
Roger Brugué passed medicals and joins Levante’s 2026/27 preseason at Buñol, recovering from knee surgery and a contender for captaincy ahead of July 11 match.
Roger Brugué completed his medical examination as Levante’s squad convenes to begin preparations for the 2026/27 season, the winger confirmed after testing with the first team. Brugué, who will enter his fifth season wearing the club badge, is set to join collective training at the club’s Ciudad Deportiva in Buñol on Monday and is aiming to build on the momentum from last term.
The Catalan forward said he wants to extend the progress shown late last season as Levante target a steadier bid to remain in LaLiga. He arrives having recovered from a significant left knee injury and will be an important figure in a squad that has seen notable departures during the close season.
Brugué Clears Medicals and Joins Group Training
Roger Brugué was among the members of Levante’s first-team squad to pass medicals ahead of the new campaign. The examinations mark the formal start of his preparations to re-integrate into full training after an interrupted previous season.
The club announced that group sessions will begin at the Ciudad Deportiva de Buñol on Monday, with Brugué available to work under the coaching staff. His presence provides continuity in a squad that is seeking to reproduce the improved results recorded in the second half of last season.
Recovery from Knee Surgery and Summer Preparation
Brugué arrived at preseason having overcome a rupture of the external ligament in his left knee that required surgical intervention. He returned to competitive action in the closing stages of the last campaign and used the post-season break to complete a targeted rehabilitation and conditioning program.
The winger said he felt physically strong and mentally refreshed after the summer work, adding that the preparation had been positive. That return to fitness is timely for Levante as they aim to start training with as many players fit and ready as possible.
Captaincy Prospects After Key Departures
With the exits of Pablo Martínez and long-serving José Luis Morales, the captaincy picture at Levante has shifted ahead of the 2026/27 season. Brugué is understood to be in contention to wear the armband, though the final decision rests with the head coach and the club hierarchy.
The player made clear that leadership would not change his personal commitment: whether appointed as first captain or not, he pledged to give his maximum for the club. That stance underlines his standing in the dressing room as a figure prepared to assume greater responsibility if asked.
Financial Strain and Squad Turnover Place Assets in the Market
Levante enter the new season amid well-documented financial constraints that have prompted interest in several of the club’s valuable players. The economic situation has already resulted in departures and has increased scrutiny on how the club balances sporting aims with fiscal realities.
Brugué acknowledged the changes and expressed gratitude to those who have moved on while voicing confidence in the group that remains. He reiterated a desire to protect the club’s identity and to compete for survival with the calmness that experience can bring.
Preseason Fixtures and Sporting Objectives
Levante will use the initial weeks of the preseason to rebuild fitness and sharpen tactical ideas, with a first friendly scheduled against Leganés on July 11 at 19:00. The coaching staff plan to prioritize continuity from the late-season form while integrating any new arrivals and adjustments to the squad.
The club’s short-term sporting objective remains clear: consolidate its place in Spain’s top flight while reducing the anxiety that accompanied last season’s survival battle. Brugué has highlighted the need for steadiness and collective belief as central to meeting that goal.
Roger Brugué’s return to full activity offers Levante a blend of experience and attacking width that the team will lean on during preseason and beyond. As the club navigates financial pressures and a changing roster, Brugué’s fitness, leadership potential and desire for continuity will be closely watched by supporters and the coaching staff alike.
