Real Sociedad: Arsen Zakharyan May Miss Europa League Match Against PAOK

Real Sociedad’s press service has provided an update on the health status of midfielder Arsen Zakharyan. The club spokesperson stated, “Arsen Zakharyan participated in the general group training on Sunday, which was a recovery session. However, it’s possible that he might not be available for the match against PAOK on Thursday.”

The 21-year-old Zakharyan has been sidelined for the first half of the 2024/25 season due to an ankle tendon injury he sustained in July. His potential absence from the upcoming Europa League fixture highlights the ongoing concerns about his full recovery and match fitness.

Real Sociedad fans and coaching staff are eagerly awaiting Zakharyan’s return to full fitness, as his presence could significantly bolster the team’s performance in both domestic and European competitions. The club’s medical team continues to monitor his progress closely, prioritizing his long-term health and avoiding any rushed return that could risk further injury.

As the Europa League match against PAOK approaches, Real Sociedad will need to prepare alternative strategies if Zakharyan is indeed unable to participate. The final decision on his involvement will likely be made closer to the match day, based on his recovery progress and the medical team’s assessment.