ALEXIS SANCHEZ NEWS

Available off bench Sanchez (thigh) is on the bench for Monday's trip to Espanyol.

Impact Sanchez was deemed fit for Monday's clash, but is only on the bench against Espanyol. The winger has been a big part of the attack when fully fit, but wasn't deemed fit enough to start in the first match after the break. Instead, Peque starts on the left wing Monday.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Monday Sanchez (thigh) is an option for Monday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Matias Almeyda.

Impact Sanchez was back in team training this week and is now appearing to be ready for Monday, with the attacker deemed fit for the team sheet. The question is where he will land, likely to earn a bench spot despite starting in his last appearance, with only three starts on seven appearances thus far.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Sanchez (thigh) was spotted back in team training on Friday, the club posted.

Impact Sanchez missed the last two games prior to the international break due to a thigh injury but seems to have fully recovered in the last week since he was back in team training on Friday. This is good news for Sevilla since he is in good position to be back available for Monday's clash against Espanyol. Sanchez started three of his last four appearances and will likely claim that role once fully back fit for Sevilla.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh injury Sanchez is out for time time being due to a thigh injury, according to his club.

Impact Sanchez started in Friday's match against Real Sociedad but had to leave the field early in the 52nd minute, now deemed to have suffered a thigh injury. This is a something to monitor for the club, as he has started in three of their past four games. The club will expect the attacker to likely miss at least a game or two with the injury, likely forcing Akor Adams, Alfon or Chidera Ejuke into a starting spot.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK in win Sanchez scored a penalty goal, had two shots (one on target) and created one chance during Sunday's 4-1 win over Barcelona.

Impact Sanchez showed his usual poise from the penalty spot to open the scoring in the 13th minute and pave the way for Sevilla to will all three points. That's now two goals and an assist over five league appearances for the veteran, who's doing way better than expected in his return to Spain after more than a decade.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona beaten 4-1 at Sevilla as Lewandowski misses penalty with Yamal out

Lamine Yamal was out injured

OCTOBER 5 • Associated Press

Decisive off bench again Sanchez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Sanchez entered in the 14th minute for the injured Alfon and netted the decisive goal in the 67th minute with a right-footed finish from the center of the box. The veteran contributed with his natural grinta while recording one shot, three crosses, and two corners. The goal was his first with Sevilla and his second contribution in two appearances off the bench. This performance will likely convince coach Matias Almeyda to make him a regular starter in the frontline for the upcoming fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as sub in debut Sanchez assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 2-2 draw against Elche.

Impact Sanchez subbed on in the second half and created Peque's equalizer in the 85th minute with his first assist in the campaign. That was his debut for the club since signing in early-September.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Elche draws at Sevilla to remain unbeaten in La Liga

Elche continues to surprise in La Liga

SEPTEMBER 12 • Associated Press

Joins Sevilla Sanchez has signed with Sevilla, according to his new club.

Impact Sanchez has found a new home after the termination of his contract, now residing with Spanish side Sevilla for a year. He is unlikely to see regular time but is a solid addition for experience, likely to only see a rotational role after seeing only 13 appearances with Udinese last campaign.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Parts ways with Udinese Sanchez and Udinese have mutually agreed to an early contract termination.

Impact Sanchez had already been excluded from the team early in the summer and will be able to search for a new team on his own. He didn't hit it off with the coach and struggled to stay healthy in his return, making just 13 scoreless appearances. Udinese will lean on Keinan Davis, Adam Buksa, Iker Bravo, Vakoun Bayo and Nicolo Zaniolo.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Frozen out from the team Sanchez hasn't partaken in the friendly or trained with the team during the summer as he's on his way out. "He's in constant communication with the owner, and we're looking to find...

Impact Sanchez asked out because he didn't play as much as he expected last season, and the situation didn't change despite the departures of Lorenzo Lucca and Florian Thauvin. Iker Bravo, Brenner and Vakoun Bayo have been partnering Keinan Davis up front throughout the summer.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late against Torino Sanchez (calf) had just three touches and no other stats in seven minutes in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat versus Torino.

Impact Sanchez was back in the squad after recovering from a calf strain but didn't see much game time in this one. He might also be managed versus Bologna on Monday given the short turnaround, but Udinese are in dire straits offensively without Lorenzo Lucca (calf) and Florian Thauvin (foot). He didn't play much and didn't amass in his previous six appearances, tallyign one off-target shot, two chances created and three crosses (zero accurate).

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Torino Sanchez (calf) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Torino.

Impact Sanchez has recovered from his calf injury after going down while serving with Chile, as he is on the bench to face Torino. This is good news for the club after his three-match absence, although he will likely remain in a rotational role, starting in five of his nine appearances this season.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Hurt while with Chile Sanchez suffered a calf muscular distraction while on international duty and will be re-evaluated in the next few weeks, Udinese announced.

Impact Sanchez was unable to play during the break due to discomfort in the area, and the tests revealed a substantial injury that will cost him multiple matches. His role has been inconsistent throughout the season, but he has started a few times lately. If Florian Thauvin (foot) doesn't recover, Iker Bravo or Keinan Davis will partner with Lorenzo Lucca.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

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Doesn't sub in versus Napoli Sanchez (calf) was an unused sub in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Napoli.

Impact Sanchez made the bench for the first time but wasn't inserted even though the match got out of hand in the second half. He's primed to make a few short cameos before seeing substantial minutes after missing months due to a calf strain.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back versus Napoli Sanchez (calf) "will be with us Saturday, which is great news, and will be available to play some minutes, like all those who make the bench," coach Kosta Runjiac announced.

Impact Sanchez will be an option for the first time in the season after suffering a serious calf injury right after joining as a free agent and enduring a few setbacks. He'll make some cameos at first. He posted four goals, five assists, 21 shots (nine on target) and 28 key passes in 31 games (10 starts) with Inter last season.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still ways away Sanchez (calf) "will need one or two months to return," director Gianluca Nani told Messaggero Veneto.

Impact Sanchez has yet to practice in any capacity since sustaining a serious calf injury and will have to re-do the pre-season preparation once he's allowed to do that by the medical staff.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be back right after the break Sanchez (calf) "needs three or four more weeks to be ready," coach Kosta Runjaic announced.

Impact Sanchez suffered a significant calf injury shortly after joining and will remain sidelined once Serie A resumes in the second half of October.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out long term Sanchez has been temporarily excluded from the Serie A list as he's not expected back before a month, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Sanchez got hurt as he was gearing up to play after being without a team during the summer, thus he'll have to work on his conditioning after getting healthy. He'd miss four more matches with such a timetable. Brenner has picked up the slack and has fared well so far.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf injury Sanchez picked up a contusive muscular distraction in his left calf in training, Udinese announced.

Impact Sanchez was working on his conditioning after being a free agent in the summer, and the setback will delay his debut by a few weeks. He's not a lock to be ready right after the first break, but it'll hinge on how the rehab goes. Brenner and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp will man the position in the meantime.

AUGUST 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Bologna match Sanchez "won't be available against Bologna as he's following a program to catch up physically," coach Kosta Runjaic announced.

Impact Sanchez joined late after being without a team throughout the summer and missing the pre-season preparation, Brenner, Isaac Success or Lazar Samardzic will play next to Florian Thauvin behind the striker until he's ready.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Udinese Sanchez has signed a two-year contract with Udinese, the team announced.

Impact Sanchez heads back to his first European team 13 years later after leaving Inter as a free agent. He was still productive despite a limited role in 2023/2024, posting four goals, five assists, 22 shots (nine on target) and 28 key passes in 29 matches (ten starts). He'll be a staple of the formation once up to speed from the physical standpoint.

AUGUST 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE