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Nearing return after knee injury Elgezabal has recovered and is preparing for his return after overcoming issues in his right knee, with the friendly match against Albacete potentially the target for his reappeara...

Impact Elgezabal has not played for Levante since February 8, when he scored a scissor kick goal against Athletic Bilbao, after which knee discomfort progressively worsened following a torn lateral meniscus suffered in December that required surgery. He has since been left out of every preseason friendly this summer, and while he now appears close to a return, his role has diminished to a backup center back given the club's technical decisions and his physical struggles, with his contract expiring in 2027 and interest already emerging from clubs like Real Oviedo as his future at the club remains uncertain.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with knee issues Elgezabal (knee) missed the last two games since he is still dealing with his issues, according to German Munoz from El Chiringuito TV.

Impact Elgezabal still isn't fully cleared to go as he continues to deal with lingering knee issues. He was trending toward being available for Sunday's clash against Barcelona, but in the end he couldn't get over the line physically and was held out because he wasn't fit enough to feature. After opening the season as a regular in the starting XI, he now looks unlikely to regain a starting role until he's back at full speed under coach Luis Castro.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss derby Elgezabal (undisclosed) didn't train with the team Saturday and is a doubt for Sunday's derby against Valencia, according to Mundo Levante.

Impact Elgezabal missed team training Saturday for undisclosed reasons and is now a real question mark heading into Sunday's derby against Valencia. This situation warrants close attention, especially since he had just returned last match from a long-term knee injury and could have picked up a setback. It would be a tough break for Levante, as he was lined up to start in central defense, and if he cannot go, Kervin Arriaga (head) could step in after recently working his way back to full fitness.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Elgezabal scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-2 loss against Athletic.

Impact Elgezabal would score a great goal Sunday, despite it being a rare one for the defender, bagging an overhead goal in the 81st minute. This is only his first goal of the season, coming after only three shots. He should start to work his way back into the starting XI after appearing off the bench, as he started in 11 of 14 appearances on the team sheet before his injury.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Option to face Athletic Elgezabal (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Athletic.

Impact Elgezabal was an option for Sunday and is fit after some late testing, with the defender an option from the bench. This ends a seven-match absence as he will look to return to a starting role in coming games, starting in 11 of his 14 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Athletic Club Elgezabal (knee) is back available for Sunday's clash against Athletic Club, coach Luis Castro said in the press conference.

Impact Elgezabal trained in full in recent days and is back available for Sunday's clash against Athletic Club. This is great news for Levante since the defender was an undisputed starter in the backline or midfield prior to his injury, although his status will have to be determined under new coach Luis Castro.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Should train in full next week Elgezabal (knee) is expected to resume full team training next week, coach Luis Castro said in the press conference. "He made parts of training this week but should resume full tea...

Impact Elgezabal has missed all the games since late November due to a meniscus tear but is progressing well in his recovery since he resumed part of training with the team this week and should return to full team training starting next week. This is great news since he has been an undisputed starter for Levante prior to his injury and should regain a similar role once back with new coach Luis Castro.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Thursday Elgezabal (knee) completed a full training session Thursday and might be an option for Saturday's game against Atletico Madrid, according to Noel Rodilla of MARCA.

Impact Elgezabal has logged back-to-back full training sessions, and he could return to the squad for the match against Atletico Madrid. Once he's at full fitness, he should be a regular at the back, as he's started in each of his 11 appearances in league play during the current campaign.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Trains partially with team Elgezabal (knee) resumed partial training with the team on Wednesday, the club announced.

Impact Elgezabal msised the last six La Liga games due to a meniscus tear but is seeing a good development in his recovery since he resumed partial team training on Wednesday. The defender is likely weeks away from making his return to the match squad and will have to build his fitness back under new coach Luis Castro. Once fully back, Elgezabal will likely regain a starting role in the backline for Levante.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers meniscus tear Elgezabal is set to miss several weeks after suffering a tear of the lateral meniscus of his right knee, the club announced.

Impact Elgezabal suffered a tear of the lateral meniscus of his right knee this week and will be sidelined for several weeks to recover. This type of injury likely needs six to eigth weeks to recover, which means coach Julian Calero will have to find solutions for his starting XI, with Alan Matturro as a likely option to replace him in the lineup.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Osasuna Elgezabal is doubtful for Monday's match against Osasuna due to a muscular injury, Eric Martin of Las Provincias reports.

Impact Elgezabal left the previous match against Athletic Club due to a muscular problem and didn't feature against Cieza in the Copa del Rey. He's yet to train normally this week, so it remains to be seen if he'll be available for Monday. That's a huge blow for Levante since they're already missing Matias Moreno and Adrian de la Fuente due to muscular problems.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal leads to loss Elgezabal had an own goal, one tackle (zero won) and six clearances in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Elgezabal was unfortunately the reason for Levante's loss Saturday, as the defender would score an own goal in extra time to give Barcelona the win. This would come after he bagged a tackle and six clearances, a solid contribution before the own goal. He should maintain a starting role moving forward, with a start in both games to open the season.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal leads to loss Elgezabal had an own goal, one tackle (zero won) and six clearances in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Elgezabal was unfortunately the reason for Levante's loss Saturday, as the defender would score an own goal in extra time to give Barcelona the win. This would come after he bagged a tackle and six clearances, a solid contribution before the own goal. He should maintain a starting role moving forward, with a start in both games to open the season.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE