Concern over Jozhua Vertrouwd injury at Rayo Vallecano

Dutch defender suffered injury after just 10 minutes against Real Sociedad; Rayo awaits medical diagnosis early in the week.

Jozhua Vertrouwd was forced off after only 10 minutes in Rayo Vallecano's match at Real Sociedad on Sunday. The Dutch defender came on as a substitute in the 77th minute but requested to be withdrawn due to physical problems after a heavy challenge.

Manager Beñat San José confirmed the injury in his post-match press conference, saying the club would await the doctor's diagnosis early in the week to determine the extent of the damage. Vertrouwd has had limited playing time this season, with just 191 minutes in La Liga and 57 in the Copa del Rey.