ANDER HERRERA NEWS

Can possibly return Saturday Herrera (thigh) continues to train with the team and could feature in Saturday's match against Getafe, reports the Deia.

Impact Herrera has not seen the pitch in over three months with a thigh injury. He has been training with the team and could see action on the field as soon as Saturday. He figures to start off the bench until he can return to full form, however will likely remain a bench option with Dani Garcia and Mikel Vesga paring up well together in the defensive midfield.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to be sidelined Herrera (thigh) is still dealing with his injury and has yet to begin his rehab program.

Impact Herrera has had nothing but a frustrating season, dealing with multiple injuries that has left him sidelined most of the year. The midfielder has only appeared in eight matches for Athletic Club, logging in just one assist in that span. He is likely to miss a few more weeks, being a long way from returning to full training with the team.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Herrera suffered a thigh injury that will force him to miss Saturday's match against Valencia, "Test carried out on Friday morning confirmed Ander Herrera has suffered a hamstring...

Impact Herrera has only started in four matches this season as he has suffered from several injuries and now it certainly appears that the midfielder will miss more time with yet another injury. He has only recorded one assist with just five chances created in eight appearances thus far.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bought by Athletic Club Herrera's purchase option has been triggered by Bilbao and he will join the club on a full one-year contract once his loan from PSG ends at the end of the season, the club announce...

Impact Herrera has made eight La Liga appearances (four starts) with one assist from midfield in his return to Athletic Club this season on-loan from PSG. The 33-year-old has dealt with a few injury issues this campaign but he is now linking up on a permanent basis through 2023/24.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in Copa del Rey Herrera (strain) was an unused substitute in Thursday's 6-1 victory against Eldense in the Copa del Rey Round of 32.

Impact Herrera picked up a muscle injury in his thigh which ruled him out for last week's draw with Betis in La Liga, but he was back in the squad on Thursday. He should be fit enough to remain available for Monday's clash against Osasuna.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Thursday Herrera (strain) will be sidelined versus Betis on Thursday.

Impact Herrera has appeared in just six games for Athletic since joining the club on loan back in late August. Injuries continue to plague the defensive midfielder, which could impact his ability to feature in the starting XI even when fit enough to be in the squad.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up muscle injury Herrera has suffered a left thigh injury, his club announced Tuesday.

Impact Herrera still has two weeks before the Nov. 29 match against Real Betis but he's likely to be absent for the Dec. 20 Copa del Rey contest against Sestao. Muscle injuries have limited him on occasion already since returning to Athletic Club this season, so he'll hope to regain his fitness to a better place in 2023.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Herrera put two shots off target, created one chance and conceded a yellow card during Tuesday's 3-0 win over Valladolid.

Impact Herrera needs to get his discipline in check as he's conceded two yellow cards and a red card despite playing in just six games (three starts) this season. Additionally, fitness has been an issue that Herrera will need to address during the World Cup break if he's to reliably contribute in 2023.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Valladolid Herrera (strain) is in Bilbao's starting lineup for Tuesday's clash against Real Valladolid.

Impact Herrera is back in the XI Tuesday alongside Mikel Vesga in defensive midfield after recovering from a leg injury that made him miss Athletic's previous two games.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Tuesday Herrera (strain) has improved in his recovery and could be available in Tuesday's match against Valladolid, according to Alfonso Herran of AS.

Impact Herrera hasn't played in the last two games due to another muscular injury and will hope to make one more appearance before the World Cup. He's logged one assist in five appearances (two starts) since rejoining Athletic Club in the summer.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday against Girona Herrera will miss Friday's match at Girona due to a muscular injury in his right leg, his club have announced.

Impact Herrera opened the season with poor fitness and will now miss out altogether after suffering an injury Oct. 23 against Barcelona. While he's out, Oihan Sancet and Mikel Vesga figure to start at the base of the midfield.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Villarreal Herrera (thigh) made the bench for Sunday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Herrera ends up not missing a single league contest after suffering the injury early into Sunday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona. As he's no longer fit enough to start, Mikel Vesga and Oihan Sancet start as deeper midfielders while Raul Garcia takes over for Iker Muniain (oblique) in the attack.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Muscle injury confirmed Herrera suffered a minor right thigh injury during Sunday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona, his club confirmed Monday.

Impact Herrera should miss Sunday's match against Villarreal but has a chance for the Nov. 4 trip to Girona given his injury is considered minor. Until then, Oihan Sancet, Mikel Vesga and Iker Muniain should return to the lineup as the midfield trio.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early in loss Herrera was replaced after 21 minutes due to a muscular injury during Sunday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona, according to Javier Beltran of AS.

Impact Herrera was still on the field for two goals scored by the hosts before he was replaced. He made it two consecutive games in the starting lineup but should now be considered a doubt for Sunday's match against Villarreal, during which Oihan Sancet and Mikel Vesga could start together at the base of the midfield.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in draw Herrera provided one assist and conceded a yellow card in 74 minutes of Tuesday's 2-2 draw with Getafe.

Impact One start, one assist is a good way for Herrera to go in his return to Athletic Club following years away with Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain. While he's already conceded a red card and now this booking, Herrera has the potential to be a productive player if he can limit his fouling.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Saturday Herrera completed his one-match suspension during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Herrera has yet to start this season and still may not have made the lineup if available over the weekend. A loss and a draw over the last two games could incite more changes to the starters, which have held exceptionally steady aside from the defense. For now, Herrera can't offer much value until he earns a place as a starter.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: EPL strugglers try to get out of trouble

It is a big day at the foot of the English Premier League with relegation strugglers Wolverhampton and Nottingham Forest meeting at Molineux

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent off in draw Herrera was sent off for denying of a goalscoring opportunity during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Sevilla.

Impact Herrera had come off the bench in three straight appearances including Saturday, during which he might've saved a key chance by clipping an opponent's heels during a shot but earning his dismissal in the process. While out for at least Saturday's match against Atletico Madrid, it will still be one of Dani Garcia or Mikel Vesga to start next to Oihan Sancet as the deep-lying midfielders.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sevilla held 1-1 by Bilbao in Sampaoli's return; Madrid wins

Sevilla has been held to 1-1 at home by Athletic Bilbao in the first game since Jorge Sampaoli returned as its coach

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs 25 minutes in season debut Herrera won one-of-two tackles and made two interceptions during 25 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 3-2 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Herrera made his debut return to Athletic after a long time away at Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain. Still a highly talented player, expect Herrera to break into the lineup at some point though it may take some time if Oihan Sancet remains in good form.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Herrera (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Vallecano.

Impact Herrera makes the squad Saturday and could be well enough to get a few minutes after suffering the injury about a week ago. His role in the side is unknown for now, but if he can get back his fitness and train over the break, he'll be an option to start for Athletic's next match.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still training separately Herrera (thigh) continues to train separately as of Thursday ahead of Saturday's match against Rayo Vallecano, according to Javi Beltran of AS.

Impact Herrera is still pushing his luck but should be fully fit by the end of the international break. Unless he make big strides in two days, Oihan Sancet and Dani Garcia figure to start as the holding midfielders during Saturday's contest.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

PSG offloads many players but misses out on signing Skriniar

French champion Paris Saint-Germain offloaded several players on a busy last day of the transfer window but missed out on signing Inter Milan’s central defender Milan Skriniar

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Athletic Bilbao signs Herrera from PSG on 1-year loan deal

Athletic Bilbao has signed Ander Herrera from Paris Saint-Germain on a loan until the end of the season

AUGUST 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Neymar leads PSG to big opening win in French league

An unplayable Neymar notched a goal and three assists to lead defending champion Paris Saint-Germain to a 5-0 win at Clermont in the French league

AUGUST 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS