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This week, the big topic in Spanish football has been the proposed USA fixture between Villarreal and Barcelona. La Liga are determined to host a match in Miami, and although the matter has moved a step closer after the Spanish Football Federation gave their approval, there has been a lot of backlash.

Soccer News / Football Espana / June 7

Spain star sends message to Joan Garcia ahead of Barcelona move

Barcelona are expected to finalise the signing of Joan Garcia in the coming weeks, with the 24-year-old having agreed to the move. And ahead of its completion, he has now received a message from a possible future international teammate.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 6

‘You’ve mistreated him’ – Luis de la Fuente goes to battle for Spain star

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente had special praise for goalkeeper Unai Simon after their 5-4 victory in the Nations League over France. The Athletic Club shot-stopper made a number of saves in the semi-final, which proved to be crucial throughout the game.

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Unai Simon confirms availability for Basque derby after four-month injury absence

It has been approximately four months since Unai Simon underwent wrist surgery in the aftermath of Euro 2024, which he helped Spain to win. Since then, he has been undergoing his recovery, which is now almost at its end.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / September 22

Ernesto Valverde provides latest injury update on Spain no.1 Unai Simon

In the aftermath of Euro 2024, Athletic Club and Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon underwent surgery on a troubling wrist injury that had plagued him throughout last season.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 18

Spain and Athletic Club goalkeeper Unai Simon sets date for return from wrist surgery

Straight after playing a key role in Spain’s Euro 2024 success during the summer, Unai Simon underwent surgery to repair a troubling wrist injury – this has meant that he will almost certainly miss the entirety of the first half of the 2024-25 season.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / September 5, 2024

Athletic Club star sets out ‘world’s best’ mission

Spain and Athletic Club star Unai Simon has set out a clear target for the next stage of his career. The Basque stopper is currently sidelined after undergoing surgery on a persistent wrist injury after securing the Euro 2024 title this summer.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 25, 2024

'90% of things were invented' – Unai Simon hits out at media coverage of teammate Nico Williams

Earlier this month, Athletic Club president Jon Uriarte criticised the Spanish Football Federation for not protecting Nico Williams from regular questions on his future – specifically, regarding the strong interest being shown in him from Barcelona.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 21, 2024

Athletic Club will not sign replacement after Unai Simon injury blow

Athletic Club will not move for a replacement despite losing No.1 Unai Simon to injury for around four months. The Athletic Club goal keeper confirmed at Euro 2024 he was playing through the pain barrier for the good of the squad.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 19, 2024

Spain No.1 Unai Simon could miss four months of action following surgery

Spain star Unai Simon will be sidelined for at least four months after surgery on a persistent wrist injury. The Athletic Club goal keeper confirmed during Euro 2024 that he was playing through the pain barrier for the good of the squad.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 16, 2024

Athletic Club facing serious goalkeeping problems as Unai Simon replacement suffers significant injury blow

Earlier this week, it was reported that Unai Simon is set to under surgery on a long-term wrist injury, following the end of his participation at Euro 2024.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / July 16, 2024

Spain star set for surgery after winning Euro 2024 through injury – out for 3-4 months

Athletic Club and Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon is set for wrist surgery this week, having come out victorious from Euro 2024 with La Roja. Simon has been nursing discomfort in his wrist for a large chunk of the season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 8, 2024

Teammate admits he understands why Arsenal wants to sign top Spanish attacker

Unai Simon insists he understands why Arsenal and other top European clubs are eyeing a move for Nico Williams. The attacker is one of the best Spanish talents available and has been in fantastic form for both his club and country for a long time.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 17, 2024

Spain star playing through pain barrier at Euro 2024 – set for surgery after tournament

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon is currently playing through the pain barrier in order to compete at Euro 2024. The Athletic Club number one has also locked down the starting spot for Spain, but will undergo surgery after the tournament.

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Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / May 31, 2024

Athletic Club secure new three-year deal with top goalkeeping talent

Last week, Athletic Club wrapped up a new five-year deal with starting goalkeeper Unai Simon, who will stay on at San Mames until 2029. They have now reached an agreement to tie down his understudy’s future.

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 25, 2024

Spain starter signs new five-year deal at Athletic Club ahead of Euro 2024

It will be a busy summer for Unai Simon, who is expected to be Spain’s number one goalkeeper for the European Championship in Germany. He will go into the tournament with absolutely no doubts about his future, having put pen to paper on a new contract with Athletic Club.

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 24, 2024

Athletic Club seal new deal for key player until 2029

Athletic Club have announced that Unai Simon has signed a new five-year deal with club until 2029, extending his 15-year stay at the club to two decades, should he complete the duration of it.

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 4, 2024

Jose Bordalas lauds Unai Simon’s performance during Getafe-Athletic Club – 'Spain has a great goalkeeper'

Athletic Club kept their Champions League qualification hopes alive with a battling 2-0 victory over Getafe on Friday night. Inaki Williams scored both goals for Los Leones, who ended with nine men after Yeray Alvarez and Aitor Paredes were both sent off, but their real hero was Unai Simon.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / April 17, 2024

Athletic Club edge closer to finalising future of Copa del Rey hero amid interest from 'many clubs'

Athletic Club are blessed with having two very good goalkeepers. Unai Simon is the undisputed number one, also for Spain, whereas Julen Agirrezabala is their cup goalkeeper – and he certainly came to the fore this season.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / March 30, 2024

Athletic Club’s Unai Simon highlights Santiago Bernabeu’s intimidation factor ahead of Real Madrid clash

One of the matches of the weekend in La Liga takes place on Sunday evening, where Real Madrid will host Athletic Club – a match-up that sees 1st take on 4th.

Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / December 3, 2023

Manchester United dealt blow in their pursuit of 26-year-old La Liga star

Manchester United were reportedly keen on signing the Athletic Club Bilbao goalkeeper Unai Simon. The 26-year-old Spanish international has been linked with the move away from the La Liga club but he wishes to stay at San Mames for the foreseeable future.