San Lorenzo de Almagro began the week with a mixed injury picture ahead of their next Liga Profesional fixture. Manager Néstor Gorosito received both positive and negative updates in Monday's training session, with the trip to face Instituto in Córdoba next Monday night in mind.
The main concern surrounds Matías Reali. The midfielder, who started the goalless draw against Estudiantes in Río Cuarto, suffered a strain in his right adductor tendon. The club confirmed the injury and indicated his availability for the Instituto match is uncertain. They will assess his progress throughout the week, but his chances of being fit appear slim.
On the positive side, Facundo Gulli has overcome the muscular issue that kept him out and is now in condition to travel with the squad. Nahuel Arias is also fit, although at right-back Ezequiel Herrera is likely to retain his starting spot. The more prolonged absence is that of Gustavo Del Prete, who continues his recovery from a tear alongside youth player Nicolás Blanco; both are ruled out for the fixture.
Herrera cleared for full training
An encouraging piece of long-term news is the medical clearance for Daniel Herrera. The 22-year-old centre-back ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee at the end of last year. After an extensive rehabilitation, he is now training fully with the squad, though he will need time to regain competitive sharpness. His return represents a significant boost for the defence, details of which can be seen on the squad page.
Gorosito's team aims to get back on track after taking just one point from their last outing. The clash with Instituto presents a key opportunity during a busy period of the schedule. With confirmed absences and others under evaluation, the manager must fine-tune his starting eleven for the difficult trip to Córdoba. A final decision on Reali's status will be made in the coming days.
