ANDER BARRENETXEA NEWS

Remains out of training Barrenetxea (undisclosed) missed training Monday, El Desmarque reports.

Impact Barrenetxea missed training Saturday as he continues to attempt to recover from an undisclosed muscular issue. The midfielder was expected to return before a Saturday clash with Osasuna, but is now in doubt for that match. A return to training Friday would go a long way towards soothing concerns over his availability.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited in training Barrenetxea (undisclosed) is still limited during Wednesday's training session, according to El Desmarque.

Impact Barrenetxea is expected to be back in training well ahead of the Dec. 31 match against Osasuna but has an injury history that will keep his return carefully managed. He could still manage to carve out a role for himself in a team that's played well but is also willing to start younger players.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Sevilla Barrenetxea (undisclosed) didn't make the squad list for Wednesday's match at Sevilla.

Impact Barrenetxea has struggled with injuries for much of the past two months and will now use the World Cup break to regain his fitness. If he can return by 2023, he should be another talented young option from the bench.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injured again Barrenetxea is considered a doubt for Sunday's match against Real Betis, according to MARCA.

Impact Barrenetxea has missed each of the last two matches and hasn't even been available in nine of the last 11 games. If he can ever stay fit, Barrenetxea is a talented winger with plenty of potential.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option for Celta Vigo game Barrenetxea is available for Sunday's match versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Barrenetxea is good to go after missing seven games with a thigh problem and will have the opportunity to contribute off the bench if need be. He has posted four tackles, one interception, and one clearance in four appearances (zero starts).

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Barrenetxea (thigh) returned to training during Wednesday's session ahead of Thursday's match against Sheriff, according to Marta Gonzalo of El Desmarque. He didn't make the squad...

Impact Barrenetxea returned in time for Thursday's game after missing almost five weeks due to injury but wasn't given his chance to feature. A talented player who's struggled for fitness in the last couple of years, keep an eye on what Barrenetxea can do if he can stay healthy.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back on sidelines Barrenetxea is set for another operation on his left thigh after an injury was re-aggravated, his club announced Wednesday.

Impact Barrenetxea has come off the bench in four appearances to open the season but missed Sunday's loss to Getafe altogether. It's unclear exactly how long he will be out but this shouldn't make much of an impact in fantasy since he's struggled to earn a place in the starting lineup.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in friendly Barrenetxea came off the bench during Saturday's friendly against Bournemouth.

Impact Barrenetxea struggled with injuries last season and recently returned from a thigh strain in anticipation of this game. Should he keep up his fitness throughout the season, Barrenetxea has projected as a highly-touted prospect with room to grow.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Barrenetxea (thigh) is close to returning to full fitness after participating in Tuesday's session, according to Imanol Troyano of Diario Vasco.

Impact Barrenetxea missed the last four months of last season with a hamstring injury but should be fit when the coming campaign begins Aug. 14 against Cadiz. He's still more of a young prospect than anything else but should he be fit, he's in the right team to increase his minutes and prove what he can do.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with hamstring injury Barrenetxea missed the final four months of the season with a bad hamstring injury.

Impact Barrenetxea had an unfortunate 2020/21 campaign after picking up a hamstring injury early January. Hamstring injuries are a nagging issue and he can't fully train until he's completely over the issue, so there's no guarantee when he'll be ready. Even then, the youngster is fighting for minutes in the squad having appeared in just 11 matches (six starts) prior to his injury.

JUNE 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season finale Barrenetxea (hamstring) was not involved in last weekend's defeat against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Barrenetxea grabbed a goal and an assists in 11 La Liga appearances (six starts) this campaign on the left wing, but the 20-year-old underwent a season-ending hamstring surgery in January.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

To undergo surgery Barrenetxea (hamstring) will undergo surgery in Finland next week, Sociedad announced Wednesday.

Impact Barrenetxea injured his hamstring last weekend against Alaves and he is now set to undergo surgery. There is no timetable on his return.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injury could be serious Barrenetxea suffered a "severe" hamstring injury when he lasted just five minutes on the pitch against Alaves on Sunday, Sociedad announced Tuesday.

Impact Barrenetxea could be facing a long recovery period before he is fit enough to play again, which will be a hinderance to the 20-year-old's development as he has started six La Liga games this season. There is no timetable for his return at the moment.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring issue Barrenetxea picked up a potential left hamstring injury before his withdrawal in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Deportivo Alaves, according to his club.

Impact Barrenetxea lasted five minutes into Sunday's match before getting replaced by eventual goalscorer Adnan Januzaj. Given how long it takes to recover even from minor hamstring injuries, Barrenetxea may have have a tough time returning by Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Alaves Barrenetxea was subbed out of Sunday's draw against Alaves in the 5th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact The extent of Barrenetxea's is unknown as of yet, but he was replaced by Adnan Januzaj on Sunday. Sociedad plays Celta Vigo next weekend.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Getafe Barrenetxea (back) is in Sociedad's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Getafe.

Impact Barrenetxea is back on the bench on Sunday, making his first La Liga appearance since suffering a back injury that sidelined him for a few weeks in September. He got some minutes in Thursday's Europa League draw, and he might get some more against Getafe.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back issue Barrenetxea suffered a bone edema in his back, his club announced Tuesday.

Impact This isn't great timing for Barrenetxea, as he's one of the brighter young prospects on his club and has scored once and assisted on another through his first three appearances. With an injury will rule him out indefinitely, Mikel Oyarzabal may have to stick on the left wing instead of moving across the front line in different matches.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Levante Barrenetxea scored a goal off his lone shot, sent in four inaccurate crosses and drew four fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Levante.

Impact Barrenetxea was the hero for Real Sociedad here, scoring the lone goal of the match in the 42nd minute after a nice one-two combination with David Silva on the left flank. This was the first goal of the season for the starlet and he'll try to keep it up during Sep. 12 visit to Cadiz.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in loss Barrenetxea provided one assist from one chance created during the second half of Sunday's 4-2 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Barrenetxea came off the bench after halftime and set up Julen Lobete's first goal for the club. With Lobete as new competition for minutes among the backup forwards, it will be interesting to see what kind of role Barrenetxea has going forward. Up next is a visit from Rayo Vallecano.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Oblak secures Atlético win; Dest, Messi get 2 each for Barça

Luis Suárez scored early in the second half and Jan Oblak saved a late penalty as Atlético Madrid avoided another setback in the Spanish league

MARCH 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi helps Barcelona end losing skid with 1-0 win v Levante

Lionel Messi scored late to give Barcelona a 1-0 win over Levante and keep his team from falling further behind in the Spanish league

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Arsenal-Dundalk likened to a boxing mismatch

Dundalk head coach Filippo Giovagnoli has likened his side’s game against Arsenal in the Europa League to a heavyweight boxing mismatch

OCTOBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS