Terzic turns to De Marcos to prepare for the trip to Osasuna

Edin Terzic has turned to De Marcos to prepare for Saturday’s visit to Osasuna. The first-team assistant has offered his insight into the opposition as Terzic anticipates a demanding match full of emotion. Galarreta is back, Paredes is unavailable, and the status of Nico Serrano and Djaló remains uncertain.

Terzic highlighted De Marcos’s contribution to the preparations: “De Marcos has given us a lot of insight into this team.” The coach expects an animated match in a “heated” atmosphere and noted that recent games have not produced many goals. “We have prepared well and know how they play with Arrasate,” he added, stressing the need for consistency and efficiency.

The fitness picture remains important as the trip approaches. Galarreta is training normally, increasing his chances of making the squad. Terzic has ruled out Paredes, who is expected to return only after the break. Nico Serrano and Paredes were still training away from their teammates in the session described, while Djaló did not take part, having been seen at training the day before.

Terzic was waiting for the afternoon session before deciding what to do about Nico Serrano and Djaló. He also explained that Nico had felt muscular pain after the Cup and that Álvaro had resumed training, but had taken a blow to the leg and could not walk without pain. The coach hoped one of the two would be available the following day. He also said preparation had to start with mentality and the ability to win duels, followed by defending high and attacking aggressively through good positioning.

Nico Williams and Yuri returned to the group at Lezama after missing the start of the previous session. Both are available to Terzic for the trip. Tomorrow, Athletic are due to hold their final session at 15:30 before the match, with Terzic speaking to the media beforehand.

International call-ups are also part of the schedule: Nico and Laporte will join Spain, Peio Canales the Spanish under-21 side, and Padilla Mexico’s senior team. Imga will play at the Under-17 World Cup until mid-December. Terzic said he hoped everyone would return without injury and described Imga’s experience as beneficial for the future.

Finally, the Athletic coach offered his condolences following Jesús’s death and voiced support for any decision by the Liga. “What happened is more important than football,” he said, adding that he would understand and respect the Liga’s decision.