Sevilla, Spain – Real Betis are cautiously optimistic about the potential return of key midfielders Isco and Giovani Lo Celso before the end of the La Liga season. Both players have been sidelined with injuries, but recent developments suggest they could be available to contribute during a crucial stretch of games, including their continued push in the Europa League. The news offers a significant lift to Betis supporters as they chase success on two fronts.
According to club CEO Ramón Alarcón, both players are progressing well in their rehabilitation. “You’ve already seen it in the images,” Alarcón said, as reported by Diario de Sevilla. “Both are returning to work with the group. We must be prudent, both injuries have been significant, but little by little. The team has shown it can respond without two of its great players. This demonstrates the quality of the group, which is the most important thing.” Alarcón went on to describe their potential return as “two spring signings,” adding a positive outlook for the remainder of the campaign.
Lo Celso, an Argentinian international currently on loan at Betis, has been fully integrated back into team training and is a candidate to feature in the upcoming match against Espanyol on Saturday at the Estadio de la Cartuja. The 29-year-old attacking midfielder has a proven track record with the club, having previously enjoyed a loan spell in the 2018-2019 season, scoring 8 goals in 27 appearances. His current stint with Betis, since rejoining in 2024, has seen him net 10 goals in 42 appearances, solidifying his importance to the squad. Lo Celso’s career has included stints with Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as representing Argentina in the Copa América, where he was a winner in 2021 and 2024.
Isco’s recovery is progressing, though at a more cautious pace. The club is being more reserved in their timeline for his return, but there is hope he could feature before the season concludes, which could include between eleven and fourteen remaining matches depending on Betis’s progress in the Europa League. The former Real Madrid and Spain international has yet to make a significant impact since joining Betis, but his experience and technical ability would be a valuable asset as the team enters the final stages of the season.
Alarcón emphasized the importance of the upcoming weeks, stating, “Notice seven weeks left. That’s what we’re working towards – to reach Holy Week and still be alive in both competitions, Europe and LaLiga, fighting for our objectives. The tasty prizes are won in April and May.” This sentiment underscores the significance of the remaining fixtures and the potential impact Isco and Lo Celso could have on Betis’s ambitions.
The return of these two experienced players would undoubtedly provide a boost to Manuel Pellegrini’s squad. Betis currently locate themselves in a competitive La Liga landscape, vying for a European qualification spot. Their Europa League campaign continues, presenting another avenue for silverware. Having a fully fit squad, including the creativity of Isco and the dynamism of Lo Celso, will be crucial in navigating these challenges.
For fans of Real Betis, the prospect of seeing Isco and Lo Celso back on the pitch is a source of considerable excitement. Their potential return represents not just a strengthening of the squad, but a renewed sense of optimism as the season reaches its climax. The club will be hoping that both players can make a significant contribution in the weeks to come, helping to secure a positive outcome in both La Liga and the Europa League.
Betis’s next confirmed fixture is their La Liga clash against Espanyol on Saturday, April 5th, at the Estadio de la Cartuja. Fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on the availability of both Isco and Lo Celso as the team prepares for this important match. Stay tuned to Archysport for further updates on their recovery and Betis’s progress throughout the season.
