Edgar González sidelined by fear clause for FC Andorra vs Almería

Edgar González, the central defender on loan at FC Andorra from Almería, will sit out Friday's Primera RFEF match against his parent club due to a fear clause in the loan agreement.

The clause, which bars loanees from facing their owning club, is prohibited by UEFA in transfer deals but allowed by LaLiga. It gained widespread use among Spanish clubs from the 2018-2019 season onward. The 20:30 kick-off in Almería means the Sallent native—now a starter since his winter arrival—must watch from the sidelines.

Manager Carles Manso confirmed the absence, which leaves a gap in central defence. Options include Gaël Alonso or Marc Bombardó partnering captain Sergio Molina, who has adapted from midfield. Diego Alende and Bomba, who was not even called up last weekend, are also available.

González featured for all 270 minutes across FC Andorra's three games since joining—against Huesca, Castellón, and Real Sociedad B—without a win. His signing prompted a switch to a back three, repositioning Molina centrally. The team holds a two-point buffer over the relegation zone after winning just one of their last five matches.

Almería acquired the Copa del Rey winner from Real Betis in summer 2023 for €4.5 million on a contract to 2028. He logged 31 league appearances plus one Copa del Rey outing in his debut campaign, followed by 45 more games last season, for a total of 77. FC Andorra held their final training session in Andorra on Thursday before heading to Andalusia.