Yeray Alvarez Suspended for Positive Doping Test

Athletic Bilbao defender Yeray Alvarez has been provisionally suspended after failing a doping test following the Europa League semi-final against Manchester United in May. Alvarez, aged 30, attributes the positive result to unintentional ingestion of a banned substance in a hair loss prevention medicine taken as part of ongoing treatment for alopecia after testicular cancer. He has expressed regret and insists he never intentionally used any prohibited substances. Both the club and UEFA are awaiting the outcome of the confidential disciplinary investigation before further comment. Athletic Bilbao continues to support Alvarez and expresses confidence in the process, while the player and his legal team prepare his defense. Alvarez has made over 250 appearances for the club since graduating from their youth system.