Athletic returned to training at Lezama today with several absences, and Adama was among the most notable names missing on the day the summer transfer market closed. His absence came as the club continued to wait on his departure, adding another layer to a session already marked by a short-handed group.
The timing matters because this was not an ordinary training day. Athletic is coming off Sunday’s win at Balaídos, its first victory of the season and Terzic’s first victory, and the focus has already shifted to Saturday’s 16.15 hours match against Atlético at San Mamés. With the market veraniego closing at midnight, every movement around the squad carries more weight than usual.
Who else missed the session
Adama was not the only absence at Lezama. The report also listed Vivian, who suffered an adductor injury in his right leg at the start of preseason, and Beñat Prados, who picked up a mild muscle injury in the rectus anterior of his left leg during preparation. Vencedor, Gorosabel, Nico Serrano, Djaló and Berenguer were also among the players not in the session.
That mix of absences gives a clearer picture of where Athletic stands right now. Some players are sidelined by injury, while others are not part of Terzic’s immediate plans. Adama’s situation sits in the latter category, with his absence tied to a possible move as the club worked through the final day of the summer market.
What Athletic is preparing for next
The immediate target is Atlético’s visit to San Mamés on Saturday at 16.15 hours. Athletic will want to build on the momentum from its first victory of the season, but the availability of the squad remains a live issue with only a short turnaround after the Balaídos result.
For now, the key takeaway is simple: Adama did not train while his departure was being awaited, and Athletic handled deadline day with a reduced group at Lezama as it continued its build-up to the next league match.
