Real Betis Ez Abde rejoined his teammates for the start of training Thursday at the Ciudad Deportiva Luis del Sol, stepping up his recovery ahead of this weekend’s final pre-season fixture against Inter Milan, according to club reports. The Morocco international participated in the opening tactical and physical activation with the main squad before completing individual ball work alongside club fitness staff.
The fixture serves as the final tune-up for the verdiblancos before their competitive opening match of the 2026-27 La Liga campaign against Real Sociedad on August 21.
Abde’s Progressive Return and Fitness Status
Abde’s availability has been carefully managed by the Betis coaching and medical staff following a minor injury sustained while on international duty. After sitting out Wednesday’s session entirely—where he spent time speaking with sporting director Manu Fajardo on the bench of pitch two—the winger stepped back onto the training turf on Thursday morning.
According to local coverage from El Desmarque, Abde has been reintegrating into team dynamics on a gradual schedule. Thursday’s brief appearance with the full group marked an encouraging step forward, though club staff immediately transitioned him to customized solo drills to safeguard his recovery before the team boards its flight to Italy.
Lo Celso Continues Individual Work After World Cup Return
While Abde edges closer to full team integration, midfielder Giovani Lo Celso continues to train away from the main group. The Argentina international reported back to the Ciudad Deportiva Luis del Sol earlier in the week following his involvement in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where the Albiceleste reached the final.
Reporting from El Correo Web indicates that Lo Celso is undergoing a bespoke physical conditioning program to regain match fitness after his summer international commitments. Although the club officially welcomed him back via social media earlier in the week—featuring images of the midfielder sporting the club’s UEFA Champions League kit patches—Pellegrini has opted for a gradual re-entry strategy for the playmaker.
Infirmary Updates and Pre-Season Schedule
Real Betis continues to monitor several other key roster absentees as the August 21 league opener approaches. Defenders Aitor Ruibal and Diego Conde remain sidelined as they progress through their respective rehabilitation programs following summer injuries. Meanwhile, young forward Gonzalo Petit is also working away from the group after sustaining a minor muscular issue during the final weeks of the transfer window.
The coaching staff welcomed club executives to Thursday’s workout, with sporting director Manu Fajardo and Adrián San Miguel—now integrated into the club’s backroom staff—observing the session from the sidelines.
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