Sevilla FC welcomed Gabriel Suazo at the José Ramón Cisneros Palacios Sports City on Wednesday, while Isaac Romero, Andrés Castrín and Arouna Sanganté stayed out for load management. The Chilean full‑back, who had a few extra rest days after his international duties, trained with Luis García Plaza’s squad in the first session of the campaign.

What happened in training?

The session focused on integrating Suazo, who already took part in possession drills and speed work. At the same time, the coaching staff decided to keep Romero, Castrín and Sanganté out to avoid overload. Other players such as Rafa Mir, Joan Jordán, Fábio Cardoso and Federico Gattoni also worked away from the main group, as their futures with the club remain undecided.

Why are several players absent?

The absentees were sidelined for “load control”, a practice increasingly common in preseason to reduce injury risk. For Jordán, Cardoso and Gattoni, the club has said their situations are still tied to sporting planning and they are not part of the definitive plans for 2026‑27. Additionally, Alfonso González is still recovering from a quadriceps injury, while Odysseas Vlachodimos and Tanguy Nianzou also feature among the missing.

What does Suazo’s arrival mean for Sevilla?

Suazo brings pace on the left flank and international experience, something Luis García Plaza has highlighted as needed to strengthen the team’s outlet. His signing comes as the club seeks to balance the squad, mixing young prospects like Iker Muñoz with veterans such as José Ángel Carmona. Suazo also gives tactical flexibility to switch between a more direct approach and a possession‑based style.

What’s next for the Seville side?

The preseason schedule continues with high‑intensity sessions and friendly matches against domestic and foreign opponents. The coaching staff will keep assessing players working on the sidelines, like Cardoso and Gattoni, before making final decisions in the transfer window. Meanwhile, the board keeps its eyes on European qualification, where Sevilla aims to return to the Champions League.