RCD Mallorca traveled to Granada for their second LaLiga match without their starting midfielder Sergi Darder, who is ill. The vermilion squad traveled normally on Monday for the game at Los Cármenes. Manager Luis García could not include Darder in the squad, a key player in the opening day victory over Real Valladolid.
The squad does include Polish striker Adam Buksa, loaned from Udinese last Sunday. However, left-back Alberto Moreno, signed as a free agent this Monday from Como, is also unavailable for the match. Striker Abdón Prats, who was of interest to Granada CF during the 2024 winter transfer window, was also left out of the list.
The absence of Sergi Darder leaves a significant gap in RCD Mallorca's midfield. Darder has been a fundamental player in Luis García's system, providing experience and quality in build-up play. In his place, the manager could opt for Dani Rodríguez or Omar Mascarell, both of whom had minutes in preseason.
The illness comes at a delicate time, with the team seeking a second consecutive win to establish themselves in the upper reaches of the table. The midfield's performance will be key to countering Granada CF's play at their home ground.
The addition of Adam Buksa, albeit on loan, provides an immediate boost to the forward line. The Polish striker arrives with the aim of adding goals and presence in the box, qualities the team needs to maintain its offensive efficiency. Buksa has experience in several European leagues and his adaptation will be closely watched.
His arrival partly compensates for the absence of Abdón Prats, another of the team's offensive references. Competition for the center-forward spot intensifies, which benefits Luis García ahead of a long season. The match schedule, available on our fixtures page, is demanding and will require rotation.
Manager Luis García faces his first away match with several significant absences. Darder's illness and the non-inclusion of Prats and Moreno force tactical adjustments. García has shown flexibility in his approaches during preseason and now must find solutions with the available players.
The squad for Granada consists of 22 players, excluding the three mentioned. The team has worked during the week with different variants, preparing for a possible absence of Darder. Defensive solidity and quick transition ability will be pillars of the game plan at Los Cármenes.
| Player | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Sergi Darder | Midfielder | Ill |
| Adam Buksa | Striker | Available |
| Abdón Prts | Striker | Not in squad |
| Alberto Moreno | Left-back | Not in squad |
After the match in Granada, RCD Mallorca will return to Son Moix to prepare for the third LaLiga matchday. The team needs to maintain consistency and earn points both at home and away to meet their seasonal objectives. The coming weeks will be decisive in evaluating the squad's depth and the effectiveness of the new signings.
The sporting direction continues to work in the market, although the deadline is approaching. Meanwhile, the focus is on collective performance and overcoming these first absences due to illness and availability. Fans can follow the team's progress in the standings as the competition advances.
