The Spanish midfielder has been recovering from a meniscus issue in his right knee, which has been ongoing for several months. Initially, it was thought that he would return to training in August, but the player, coaching staff, and medical services have chosen to take a cautious approach to avoid any potential problems. As a result, it is still unclear whether Ruibal will join his teammates in training during this period.
Ruibal's return is not expected to be immediate, with the most likely scenario being towards the end of the current break or shortly after, once the competition resumes. The Betis will play four consecutive matches at La Cartuja, two in La Liga and two in the Champions League.