Escudero clears injury scare at Real Zaragoza

Real Zaragoza left-back Sergio Escudero had a scare during Saturday's pre-season friendly against Barbastro. The defender took a knock to the knee in the second half after colliding with a Barbastro defender, according to Sport.

Escudero went down in pain and finished the match with ice on his knee to reduce swelling. However, early indications are positive: the injury appears to be nothing more than a heavy contusion with no serious damage.

The club will exercise maximum caution in the coming days. Escudero is likely to rest and miss Thursday's friendly against FC Andorra. The fullback should return to normal training once his condition improves and he feels ready to rejoin the group.