Aznou and Lucas Bretón, first absences of the break

Málaga lose Aznou to Morocco U23 and Bretón to Dominican Republic for November international window; Rafita and Adrián Niño await Spain U21 call-up.

Málaga will be without several players during the November international break. Defender Adam Aznou has been called up by Morocco U23 for African Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Ethiopia on 12 and 17 November, with the first leg away and the return at home. Aznou, on loan from Everton, has recently gained more playing time for Málaga after appearances against Alavés and Betis, though his impact remains limited since arriving from Barcelona and Bayern Munich's academies.

Midfielder Lucas Bretón, who recently renewed his contract with Málaga until June 2028, will join the Dominican Republic national team for their November camp (9–17 November), which includes a friendly against Uruguay on 17 November with Diego Forlán as interim coach. Bretón made his Dominican debut at just 15 in professional football and earned his senior cap in March 2024 against Peru.

Málaga are also awaiting confirmation of Spain U21 coach David Gordo's squad list, with forwards Rafita and Adrián Niño expected to be included. Niño has been the club's standout performer this season with five goals.