Coach Ernesto Valverde expressed concerns about the duo's availability for the match. He mentioned that Oscar de Marcos is struggling with an injury and needs to be assessed before the game. Nico Williams is also dealing with a groin issue that has been bothering him for some time.

Valverde stated that Nico Williams finished their previous match badly and has been feeling unwell since then. He added that the player is making an effort to be available for the match but is not feeling well enough to play.

Regarding Nico Williams' status, Valverde said that they will evaluate him day by day. He expressed that it's not uncommon for players to struggle with injuries during the season, especially with the tight schedule of games.

Valverde emphasized that they will assess Nico Williams' condition daily and try to manage his recovery to ensure he can play until the end of the season.