The Unión Deportiva Almería resumed training at the annex of the Estadio de los Juegos Mediterráneos after a rest day, focusing on the upcoming match against Málaga CF this Sunday at 9:00 PM. However, the session was marked by significant updates on the injury front, causing concern among the coaching staff.

The most notable absence was that of Iddrisu Baba. The Ghanaian midfielder, who was substituted at halftime during the match against Racing de Santander due to knee discomfort, is doubtful for the derby. Although the club has not specified the exact extent of his injury, his participation is considered uncertain.

Another player causing uncertainty is Nico Melamed. The Catalan attacking midfielder, who scored a decisive goal against Leganés, had to withdraw from training after feeling a muscle tweak. Initial assessments by physiotherapists and coach Rubi suggest a possible recurrence of a quadriceps injury in his right leg, pending diagnostic tests.

In contrast, the team celebrates the recovery of Gui Guedes, who is now fully fit after an adductor injury that kept him sidelined for approximately a month. The Portuguese midfielder, who was already called up for the match in Cantabria but did not play as a precaution, is expected to return to the squad for the encounter against the Malacitanos.

Furthermore, Rubi will be without Dion Lopy, who will serve a suspension for the direct red card received against Racing. The Senegalese player also has nine yellow cards, putting him just one booking away from another suspension cycle. The positive news is the return of Leo Baptistao, who is back after serving his suspension in Santander, bringing experience to Almería's attack against a Málaga team that arrives with promotion hopes and without the pressure of being the favorite.