Osasuna named a 24-man squad to face Deportivo Alaves at Mendizorrotza on Tuesday. The list included the first call-up for new signing Romain Del Castillo and was missing three key players due to muscular injuries.
The Pamplona-based side, who arrive for the match sitting fifth in La Liga with 7 points from a start of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 0 losses, faces the duel with a renewed group. The full squad presented was as follows: Sergio Herrera, Aitor Fernández, Mikel Bermejo, Rico, Boyomo, Abel Bretones, Catena, Arguibide, Unai Santos, Rockson, Torró, Moncayola, Iker Muñoz, Rubén García, Moi Gómez, Del Castillo, Mauro, Alejandro Osambela, Raúl, Kike Barja, Ante Budimir, Moro, Dubasin, and Asier Bonel.
Who are the new faces in the squad?
The main new addition was the inclusion of Romain Del Castillo. The French winger, signed earlier this same week, made his debut in the Osasuna squad list. Alongside him, the youth team players Unai Santos and Mikel Bermejo, from Osasuna Promesas, were also called up to bolster the group for the match.
These additions to the group were necessary to cover for the absences of Valentin Rosier, Jorge Herrando, and Aimar Oroz. All three players missed the game due to muscular problems, a significant loss in the case of the creative Aimar Oroz. Alaves, for their part, also arrive with their own confirmed absentees, with Mikel Rodríguez and Toni Martínez currently on the injuries list.
What is Alaves's form heading into the match?
Deportivo Alaves hosts Osasuna at a positive point in their season. The Babazorro team occupies fifth place in the standings, just two points behind leaders Barcelona. Their record of 5 goals scored and only 1 conceded gives them a +4 differential, showing notable defensive solidity in these early stages.
Their next fixture after this match will be a visit to face Racing Santander on September 12th. The Cantabrian side sits eleventh in the table, making it another important challenge in the busy schedule. Fans can check the full calendar on our fixtures page.
What does this squad selection mean for Osasuna?
The extensive list of 24 players shows the depth the visiting coaching staff wants to have available. With important absences, the response has been to give opportunities to academy players and debut the new signing. Del Castillo's presence adds a plus of quality on the wing, while Santos and Bermejo gain first-team experience.
Del Castillo's call-up provides an immediate offensive boost for the Pamplona side. His adaptation will be key in the coming matchdays, especially with the upcoming fixture schedule. The complete squad is available for consultation in our squad section.
The match at Mendizorrotza pits two teams with aspirations of staying in the upper part of the table against each other. With Alaves fifth and showing solid play, the duel promises to be a good test for Osasuna's options this season. The Babazorro team will play their next official match on September 12th against Racing Santander.
