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Today’s La Liga News Roundup (August 12)

Diomandé’s debut delayed

Yan Diomandé will have to wait for his Real Madrid debut: he was not included in the squad for the Teresa Herrera Trophy in Riazor. Konaté, Cucurella, Mbappé and Courtois were also absent; Dumfries, Carlos Espí and Bernardo Silva were called up as Madrid continue their preseason preparations.

Source: AS

Yeremay a doubt for Deportivo

Deportivo are monitoring Yeremay’s recovery from a pubalgia ahead of the Teresa Herrera. After their European tour the squad prepared at Riazor and coach Antonio Hidalgo will decide whether to give him his first preseason minutes; he is not expected to start against Real Madrid.

Source: AS

Balaídos match at risk

The opening fixture between Celta and Osasuna is at risk due to the state of the Balaídos pitch: AS reports a fungus is affecting the turf. Celta have requested a postponement to avoid further issues, while Osasuna prefer to play and both clubs are in talks with LaLiga.

Source: AS

Osasuna ready for Balaídos

Osasuna resumed training after a short break and are preparing for their debut at Balaídos, scheduled for Sunday at 21:30. Valentín Rosier is the only confirmed absence; Moro has recovered. The club still expects signings to bolster defense and attack before the window closes.

Source: AS

Alemany watches Julián return

Mateu Alemany closely monitored Julián Álvarez’s return at Cerro del Espino: the internationals did gym work on their first day and Julián completed a morning individual session before joining the group in the afternoon. The sporting director remained present throughout the session.

Source: AS

Ure joins Sevilla

Sevilla have confirmed the signing of striker Robbie Ure from Sirius for €6.5m fixed; the deal runs until 2031 and includes €1m in easy variables plus another €1m in harder-to-achieve add-ons. The 22‑year‑old, 1.89 m, could be available for the opening rounds of the league.

Source: AS

Thiago Fernández loaned to Levante

Levante have announced the loan signing of Villarreal winger Thiago Fernández until June 2027 with no obligatory purchase option. The move frees a non‑EU slot for Villarreal and gives Levante a young winger with Primera experience; Thiago could travel to Cornellà for the first matchday.

Source: AS