Vela backs Osasuna to stay up

Arsenal loanee Carlos Vela has stated his belief that Osasuna can avoid relegation from La Liga. Vela missed last week’s 1-0 defeat to Recreativo Huelva because of suspension, but he is back in the side for the trip to Espanyol on Sunday. Speaking at a press conference at the Pamplona club’s training ground, he said

“We will escape soon and without suffering too much,” he said during a press conference at Tajonar training grounds.

“I am totally confident and I can tell you there will not be any problems for the team to play in Primera Liga next season. “It is not going to be easy but we will push for the results until the last game. Our team are very talented, but lots of others are in the same situation.

“Our players have qualities and sooner or later the ball will enter the net. We attackers have a lot of responsibilities but it is a team thing.”

Vela looks set to start on the left wing for Osasuna on Sunday, below you can see a full list of the loanees in action this weekend. Check back after the games to find out how they get on.

SATURDAY’S MATCHES

Mark Randall- Burnley v Sheffield United

Mark is expected to be on the bench for Burnley.

Jay Simpson- Hartlepool v Millwall

Jay will be hoping to win back his place in the starting eleven as Millwall attempt to avoid relegation.

SUNDAY’S MATCHES

Kieran Gibbs- Ipswich v Norwich

Kieran will be hoping to feature in this local derby.

Carlos Vela- Espanyol v Osasuna

After missing out through suspension last weekend, Carlos will be raring to go as Osasuna take on Espanyol.

Fran Merida- Celta Vigo v Real Sociedad

Fran was on target for Sociedad last week and looks to have done enough to retain his place in the starting line-up.

Pedro Botelho- Norma San Leonardo v Salamanca

Pedro missed the last game because of injury and is a doubt for this fixture.