Yeray Alvarez
31-Year-Old
Athletic
La Liga
SUS
Injury Suspension
Est. Return 4/5/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Alvarez made a strong return in 2024/25 after an injury-hit prior season, providing leadership and sharp positional play at the heart of Athletic's defense. His anticipation and calm under pressure restored stability to a back line that lacked his presence in 2023/24 and became one of the best in La Liga, highlighted by the 10 clean sheets Alvarez contributed to. With full fitness and a clean preseason behind him, Alvarez will enter 2025/26 ready to push for an even better campaign. If he can reach 25-plus starts similar to 2022/23, another double-digit clean sheet season is possible.
Will be available in April
Alvarez (suspension) will be back available in early April, according to Noticias de Gipuzkoa.
ANALYSIS
Alvarez is still serving his long-term suspension after testing positive for a banned substance that came from his partner's hair loss medication. The center-back was spotted back on the training ground last month but won't be eligible to return until after April. 2. His comeback will be a major boost for the Basques since he had been an undisputed starter for the club in recent seasons.
Alvarez is still serving his long-term suspension after testing positive for a banned substance that came from his partner's hair loss medication. The center-back was spotted back on the training ground last month but won't be eligible to return until after April. 2. His comeback will be a major boost for the Basques since he had been an undisputed starter for the club in recent seasons.
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Won't be option Friday
Alvarez (undisclosed) won't be an option for Friday's game against Elche, manager Ernesto Valverde told media during his press conference Thursday. "The team is doing well, but we've lost Yeray for this upcoming game."
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Returns from 10 months suspension
Alvarez is set to return to the match squad after resuming team training on Monday following his 10 month suspension, the club posted.
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Suspended 10 months
Alvarez has been suspended 10 months and will be able to resume competition early in April 2026, the club announced.
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Temporarily suspended
Alvarez has been temporarily suspended by UEFA after testing positive in a doping control following the first leg of the Europa League semi-final against Manchester United, the club and the player announced.
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Out to face Barcelona
Alvarez (thigh) is out for Sunday's match against Barcelona.
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