According to reports, Leandro Cabrera has completed his suspension and will return to RCD Espanyol for the match against Sevilla, creating a selection challenge for center-back options for Manolo González.

Manolo González faces his first significant problem of the season, but it's a good one to have. Leandro Cabrera can finally return to the squad for the Sevilla match after missing the first three games due to suspension.

The RCD Espanyol coach surprised everyone by excluding the Uruguayan center-back from the squad list for the first time this season. Leandro Cabrera is one of the team's pillars and has served as captain in Puado's absence. Previously, Cabrera had been included in every squad, and the club reported no injuries or fitness issues, making it initially appear to be a tactical decision until the club announced his suspension status.

The defender was banned for three matches following a VAR incident during the match against Getafe in March. RCD Espanyol successfully appealed throughout the end of last season, fighting until the last moment before the opening match of the 2026-27 season, but ultimately failed. Cabrera was unable to sit on the bench even in the match against Leganés.

Regardless, Leandro Cabrera has now completed his suspension, which included victories over Leganés and defeats to Real Madrid and Real Sociedad. He can finally return to the squad for the Sevilla match. In recent weeks, Manolo González has built confidence in the center-back pairing of Druži and Unaí Núñez, who have both performed well, as has Clément Riedel.

Manolo's Dilemma: Núñez, Druži, or Riedel?

It appears clear that the club has assembled four high-level center-backs, which presents a challenge for the Galician coach in selecting his starting lineup. In recent years, RCD Espanyol's greatest concern has consistently been a weak defense.

Leandro Cabrera's return is undoubtedly an important reinforcement for Manolo González. The Uruguayan is the team's second captain, experienced, and a key figure in the dressing room. He is likely to return directly to the starting lineup, as Cabrera has held a firm starting position due to his strong defending, attacking ability, and goal-scoring threat.

In this situation, the coach must decide who deserves to partner the number 6 in the coming weeks. In recent matches, Unaí Núñez has been the favorite, having started all three matches so far. Druži was his partner in the latest match against Real Sociedad, while Riedel started alongside the former Valencia player in matches against Leganés and Real Madrid.

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