Girona HubGirona suffers a wave of injuries after the Vigo match
Girona announced on Monday that three key players are out of action: defender Santi Bueno, midfielder Iván Martín, and young academy product Ricard Artero. The injuries, diagnosed after the clash with Celta de Vigo, will keep all three sidelined for at least three months, just before the start of the next La Liga phase.
What injuries have the players suffered?
| Player | Injury | Estimated downtime | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santi Bueno | Left hamstring tendon complex tear | 3 months | Won't return before the next league start |
| Iván Martín | Left biceps femoris myofascial injury | 3 months | Misses the rest of the campaign |
| Ricard Artero | Right ankle ligaments | 3 months | Expected back for the next competition |
Bueno's diagnosis points to a partial tear of the hamstring tendon, a condition that typically demands a lengthy physiotherapy regime. Martín, who had been a starter for half the season, suffered a myofascial injury that prevents normal training. Meanwhile, Artero, who had begun to earn minutes in the first team, damaged his ankle ligaments in a ball‑duel.
How does this affect Girona's squad?
Coach Míchel had already warned that the match load and training intensity were generating a higher-than‑average number of injuries across the league. With Bueno gone, the defence loses its only internationally‑experienced centre‑back, forcing the coach to rely on younger players or emergency signings. Martín's absence weakens the midfield, where Girona has relied on his recovery and distribution abilities. Artero's injury removes a future option the club had begun to integrate into the senior squad.
What steps will the club take?
Míchel has assured that the coaching staff will work with the squad to avoid further injuries, but admits the situation is “one of the most critical of the season”. The club may activate purchase clauses for winter‑market players or promote more academy graduates to fill the gaps. Additionally, the medical department has intensified prevention protocols, including strength sessions and load monitoring.
La Liga's schedule shows no pause, and Girona will have to face upcoming fixtures without these three pillars. Pressure on the squad and the coaching staff will rise as fans watch how the team adapts to a slimmer roster.
What lies ahead for the injured?
All three players will begin a rehabilitation program overseen by the club's medical team. Bueno and Martín will undergo daily physiotherapy and a targeted strengthening program for their injured areas. Artero, at 20, will receive immobilisation treatment followed by functional re‑education. Coaches hope that, although the return will be late, the players will come back in optimal condition for the second half of the season.
Girona's situation highlights the fragility of any squad in a competitive league like La Liga, where player health management can decide between survival and relegation.
