On returning players: “The only player who will recover is Kepa (Arrizabalaga). It’s too early for Dango (Ouattara) – it will be safer to let him recover. (Luis) Sinisterra had a little setback , so it will take more time than Dango”.

Iraola confirmed that Sinisterra’s injury is similar to one he’s had before: “His case worries me more because it’s more of a hamstring injury, which he’s had before. He tried the week this, but he doesn’t feel well. He will need more time.”

He spoke about Evanilson’s recent goalscoring form: “We are starting to understand him a little better and he is starting to create links with his teammates. He is always alert, has good movement and we can surprise the opposition at any moment with him. .”

About Milos Kerkez: “With the offensive volume he offers, it would be normal for him to have more numbers. He threatens us a lot there. The most important thing is the defensive part, but the offensive contribution helps a lot.”

Saturday’s opponents: “We play a very difficult game. They have an almost perfect record at home and are the third or fourth (highest) scoring team in the competition. The demands of the game will be super high.”

Iraola seemed pleased with his side’s performances away from home so far this season: “I think we’ve been decent away from home. Five points from five games against very difficult teams. There’s no guarantee for the next game – we have to continue to be competitive . “