Alejo Veliz - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Limited impact in win Veliz generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 win against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Veliz came close to scoring in the early stages of the first half with a header that went wide, but he didn't do much the rest of the way. The striker is still adjusting to the pace of European soccer, though, but he should be able to remain in the lineup for the Saturday matchup at Real Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nets winner against Vallecano Veliz scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 97th minute.

Impact Veliz clinched the winner in the 96th minute with a brilliant finish, assisted by Walid Cheddira. In addition to his goal, Veliz contributed defensively with two clearances. Having started all four games this season, this was his first goal, and he will be looking to improve his numbers throughout his loan spell.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in loss Veliz recorded four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52nd minute.

Impact Veliz had a good offensive performance and led Espanyol in shots, but couldn't help them avoid the home loss. The forward also helped on defense with the second-most clearances (four) for his side. He did receive his first yellow card in the proccess, though.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Sent on loan Veliz has been loaned to Espanyol from Tottenham, his parent club announced.

Impact Veliz is heading to Spain for the next campaign, having been sent to join Espanyol on a season-long loan. He appeared eight times last campaign, with all of those coming from the bench, notching one goal on two shots. That said, he wasn't likely to see much time with Tottenham this season, probably seeing much more time and developing further while on loan.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Won't remain with Sevilla Veliz's loan spell at Sevilla has ended and he's set to return to Tottenham for the 2024/25 season, his former club announced.

Impact Veliz registered six appearances off the bench for Sevilla but struggled to make an impact, tallying 31 total minutes and attempting just two shots on target. The striker will return to Tottenham, but he's widely expected to play on loan in 2024/25.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Makes debut Veliz came off the bench and had one shot on target in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Valencia.

Impact Veliz, who had been unavailable due to a knee injury since arriving on loan from Tottenham, appeared for the last few minutes and was the only Sevilla player to manage an attempt at goal in what was an uneventful encounter. He will fancy his chances of breaking into the starting XI with Sevilla having only managed to score twice in their last four games.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Veliz (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's contest against Valencia.

Impact Veliz is finally making his return to the team sheet Saturday, ending a four-match absence due to a knee issue. The forward should be expected to remain on the bench from here on out in most matches, as he is yet to gain a single start this season.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Veliz (knee) is expected to be an option for Saturday's trip to Valencia, per manager Quique Sanchez Flores. "Alejo has completed an extraordinary week with the group and is prepar...

Impact Veliz will look to make his team debut with Sevilla after his loan move from England. He is expected to be in contention for playing time up top, competing with Isaac and Youssef En-Nesyri for time on the pitch. The forward only made eight appearances with Tottenham, failing to make a start while also scoring once in the EPL this season.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Should return to training next week Veliz is expected to return to training at some point next week as he continues to rehab from a knee injury, he told media during his introductory press conference Friday. "I've be...

Impact Veliz showed glimpses of his talent with Tottenham, but he should be able to see more consistent minutes with Sevilla during the second half of the campaign. He registered eight appearances and bagged one goal with the Spurs before materializing a loan move to Spain.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Spain Veliz completed a loan move to Sevilla from Tottenham for the remainder of the season.

Impact Veliz made his loan to Sevilla official. The forward has shown some flashes with Tottenham and now he gets the chance to develop further in Sevilla. The forward will have to finish recovering from a knee injury before he can make his Sevilla debut.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Set for months absence Veliz is expected to miss at least 1-2 months with a knee injury suffered against Bournemouth last Sunday, per manager Ange Postecoglou. "Alejo hurt his knee the other day and had...

Impact It's unfortunate for Veliz, who could miss up to a few months with a knee injury. The good news is he will avoid surgery, which means he is expected to return before the end of the season, barring any setbacks. The forward has struggled with fitness and keeping healthy already this campaign, appearing just eight times for the Spurs while also scoring one goal during his first year in England.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Veliz picked up a knee injury and came off during the 3-1 win over Bournemouth.

Impact Veliz was spotted coming out of the stadium on crutches with a brace on his knee. There's no official update on his injury but that's not a good sign and likely puts Veliz out until the end of January at the earliest.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first Spurs goal Thursday Veliz scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 4-2 loss against Brighton.

Impact Veliz scored his first Premier League goal and his first goal in a Spurs shirt Thursday, a strike in the 81st minute assisted by Son Heung-Min. It was not the perfect time to bag his first goal as his side was down 4-0 late in the match, but it's still a massive moment for the young forward. He played a season-high 20 minutes in the loss and could be in for more playing time Sunday with Dejan Kulusevski (suspension) not able to play.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alejo Veliz pulls one back for Tottenham against Brighton | Premier League

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Completes move to Spurs Veliz transferred to Tottenham from Rosario Central on Tuesday.

Impact Veliz played in 23 games for Rosario last season in which he racked up 11 goals and one assist. Fantasy players can likely expect Veliz to join up with the U21 squad for the upcoming season, though he could be in contention for the occasional senior-team outing, especially in Cup competitions.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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