Athletic Bilbao HubAthletic Bilbao suffers a blow with Yeray Álvarez's ban. The defender has been suspended for 10 months by UEFA due to the presence of canrenona in his system. The ban is due to a doping control carried out on May 1 after the first leg of the Europa League semifinals against Manchester United.
What happened?
Yeray Álvarez tested positive for canrenona, a banned substance in the S5 category of the AMA's prohibited list. The player explained that the positive result was due to the unintentional ingestion of a hair loss prevention medication.
Why is it important for Athletic Bilbao?
Yeray Álvarez's ban is a blow to Athletic Bilbao, which is already in a complicated situation in the league. The loss of their starting defender can negatively affect the team's results.
What's next?
Yeray Álvarez will be able to train with a team or use a club's facilities in the last two months of his ineligibility period. The ban will end on April 2, 2026.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 1 | Doping control after the first leg of the Europa League semifinals |
| June 2 | Yeray Álvarez accepts a voluntary provisional suspension |
| April 2, 2026 | Yeray Álvarez's ban ends |
