Villarreal CF have confirmed that young defender Willy Kambwala has received medical clearance following a long injury layoff.
The Spanish club shared the update on their official X account, celebrating the 20-year-old’s recovery after a hamstring tear that had sidelined him since the 2025 preseason. Kambwala’s return represents a timely boost for Villarreal as they continue their campaign in the La Liga season.
They posted:
Months of hard work, long days and working in silence. But he never lost his smile. And today it is not only him smiling. We all are, because Willy Kambwala IS BACK. The defender has been given the medical all-clear after overcoming a hamstring injury in his left leg.@AsisaSalud
Softfootball understands that his availability now strengthens Villarreal’s defensive depth during a crucial stage of the season where consistency and squad rotation remain key.
The French-Congolese defender joined Villarreal from Manchester United FC in 2025 and is regarded as one of the promising young defenders developing within the club’s squad.
Club supporters welcomed the news enthusiastically, with many expressing excitement at the prospect of seeing the young defender back on the pitch after months of rehabilitation.
Elsewhere, Al‑Hilal confirmed that Rúben Neves and Hassan Al‑Tambakti have returned to full group training following injury recovery.
Meanwhile, Jamal Musiala experienced a reaction in his left ankle after Bayern Munich’s 6–1 victory over Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League. The injury occurred late in the first half after a collision with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, forcing the German international to leave the match and be replaced by Serge Gnabry at halftime.
