Nzosa returns to track training

Yannick Nzosa has started training on the court this week after nearly two months of recovery. The Congolese center from Unicaja, who underwent surgery at the beginning of September for a fifth metatarsal fracture, is facing the final stage of his rehabilitation with low-impact exercises under the supervision of the coaching staff. The injury occurred during the first preseason game against Melilla due to a misstep, and he was treated at the Hospital Quirónsalud. Although the estimated recovery time was three months, the player has optimized his return process with two intense months of physiotherapy and gym work.

First sessions with the assistant coach

This Thursday, Nzosa worked under the direction of Fede Van Lacke, assistant to head coach Txus Vidorreta. The next phase of his reintegration will include group exercises without physical contact before fully rejoining the team's dynamics. The Congolese player has earned his place on the roster for the 2026-2027 season after a previous loan at Recoletas Salud San Pablo Burgos, where he stood out for his intimidating defensive ability and rebounding performance. Previously, he had been on loan at Betis, Estudiantes, and Fuenlabrada, gaining experience in different competitions.

The search for alternatives in the market

While Nzosa completes his recovery, the sports management of Unicaja continues to search the market for an additional center. Juanma Rodríguez, the sports director, explained this Thursday the complexity of the situation: "We are in the market. We don’t know what might happen in training. I have already said that it is a complex situation due to the scarcity of players. There are many injuries, and there are important teams looking to sign due to these injuries or to improve. It is not an easy situation. When we understand that there is a player who can help, we will proceed. It is not going to be easy. Patience is required."

Available reinforcements on the roster

The arrival of Kevin Knox, signed until the end of the season to play as a small forward and power forward, provides an alternative in the attacking positions. In addition, Amine Noua can also play in the five position. According to Rodríguez, "With Kevin, we have covered the four position and he can also play the three. Amine can help at the five." The sports director clarified that these additions do not mean the end of the search for reinforcements: "This does not mean that we will stop."

Outlook for return after the windows

Rodríguez set a clear timeline for Nzosa's return: "Yannick is three weeks away from returning, after the windows." Unicaja will face the next Liga Endesa match without their Congolese center. In Round 7, the Málaga team will visit Casademont Zaragoza on Sunday at 17:00 hours. After this match, there will be a break for the national team windows, after which the club hopes to fully recover Nzosa for the upcoming competitions.

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