ANDONI GOROSABEL NEWS

Subbed off on Monday Gorosabel had three crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles in Monday's 0-0 draw versus Mallorca.

Impact Gorosabel accumulated three clearances, two tackles and a block before being replaced by Oscar de Marcos in the 82nd minute. Gorosabel has featured in only four games this season and has accumulated 11 clearances and four tackles.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Gorosabel assisted once to go with six crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 2-0 win against Leganes.

Impact Gorosabel made his second start of the season, and managed to record his first assist as he delivered a through ball to Inaki Williams, who then scored. The right back set a new season-high with six crosses delivered. He will likely keep rotating with the veteran Oscar de Marcos.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Athletic Gorosabel has signed with Atheltic out of free agency.

Impact Gorosabel is making the move from one Spanish club to another, having signed with Atheltic after leaving Alaves through free agency. He should be brought in as someone who is thought of as a regular starter, as he started in 33 of his 36 appearances last campaign, notching one goal on 15 shots to go along with 28 interceptions, 62 tackles, 65 clearances and 81 crosses.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set to leave club Gorosabel will not resign a new contract with Alaves and will play in his final match with the team on Saturday against Las Palmas.

Impact Gorosabel's time with Alaves will come to a short end after playing just one season with the team. He was a big part of the team, recording 33 starts in 34 appearances, totaling a goal with 81 crosses (15 won), 65 clearances and 61 tackles (41 won). He's been playing in La Liga since 2017 as his future in the league is up in the air.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Friday Gorosabel (strain) is available off the bench for Friday's game against Girona.

Impact Gorosabel will be available off the bench, as his lack of time in training prevents him from making an immediate return to the starting lineup. Nahuel Tenaglia will feature on the right side of the defense as a result.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Gorosabel (strain) was able to return to team training and is on the team sheet for Friday's match versus Girona, confirmed manager Luis Garcis Plaza.

Impact Gorosabel is likely ready to return Friday after coming off injured against Valencia. He had previously started the last 11 matches in a row, totaling a goal with 21 clearances, 35 crosses (six accurate) and 23 tackles in that span.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Gorosabel was subbed off due to injury in the 54th minute of Sunday's 1-0 victory over Valencia.

Impact Gorosabel had been one of the most consistent players for Alaves this season, starting all but one match played for the team. This puts him at 32 starts in 33 appearances, logging in a goal while averaging about 2.4 crosses per game, He will be questionable for Friday's match against Girona.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses, three accurate Gorosabel registered seven crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Contrary to most of his previous performances this season, Gorosabel was highly active and accurate with his crosses. He established a new season high in crosses and tied his previous high in accurate crosses. Since March, Gorosabel has attempted 22 crosses, with five of them being accurate.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in win Gorosabel scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Gorosabel gained the sole goal of Sunday's match, scoring in the 44th off an Antonio Blanco assist. This was a very rare goal for Gorosabel, as it was not only his first of the season but his first since making the jump to professional football in La Liga in 2017. He was also decent in the defense with his two tackles and two interceptions.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses versus Osasuna Gorosabel had one shot (zero on goal) and six crosses (one accurate) in Monday's 1-0 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Gorosabel played in a season-high six crosses as he played the full match for the third time in his past four games. He also made multiple clearances for the eighth match in a row as he finds ways to impact both ends of the pitch.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Gorosabel completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to face Villarreal on Saturday.

Impact Gorosabel has been a regular fixture for Alaves on the defensive end, and the right-back has started in all but one of his previous 22 appearances. He should return to the starting lineup right away, sending Nahuel Tenaglia to a bench role.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Barcelona Gorosabel picked up his fifth yellow card of the season against Almeria and will be suspended to face Barcelona on Saturday.

Impact Gorosabel has not provided much on the offensive side of the ball this season outside of delivering multiple crosses in each of his last five outings, and given he plays for one of the worst defensive teams in the league, his upside won't be very high overall. His earliest chance to return to action will come against Villarreal on Feb. 10.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in four crosses Gorosabel had one shot (zero on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Gorosabel had one of his better matches of the season on Sunday, tying his season-high of four crosses while also tallying one shot, a tackle won and two interceptions. The defender joined the club this summer from Real Sociedad and has only missed one start since completing the move to Alaves.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes permanent transfer Gorosabel joined Deportivo Alaves on a permanent transfer from Real Sociedad on Friday.

Impact Gorosabel featured in 19 of his 27 La Liga appearances for Real Sociedad last season, racking up 41 tackles, 21 clearances and 14 shots (one on target) along the way. Considering the right-back never scored in 146 matches for Sociedad, fantasy players probably shouldn't be expecting him to offer much in the offensive third with his new club.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in season finale Gorosabel kept three clean sheets in 27 La Liga appearances (19 starts) at right-back this season.

Impact Gorosabel's playing time in La Liga decreased for a second consecutive year as he split time with Aritz Elustondo at right-back this season and admittedly missed a month with an ankle injury in January. The 26-year-old has one year left on his contract with Sociedad heading into the next campaign.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots, three crosses Gorosabel had three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Almeria.

Impact For the first time since Sept. 3, Gorosabel attempted multiple shots in a La Liga game. As for crosses, this was his first log with more than two crossed since April 8 versus Getafe.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in draw Gorosabel took a shot and made an interception in Friday's 0-0 draw against Cadiz. He also won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Gorosabel made his first start in La Liga since October on Friday after recovering from an ankle injury. He played well against Cadiz, but he'll likely continue rotating with Alex Sola and Aritz Elustondo (ankle) at right-back.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Saturday Gorosabel was on the bench during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Valencia.

Impact Gorosabel returned to the bench and went unused during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Valencia. The defender was left untouched on the bench, raising doubts over whether he was truly fit for the match. Still Gorosabel has another week to heal before a Friday clash with Cadiz.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Gorosabel (ankle) has been called up by Real Sociedad for Saturday's clash against Valencia.

Impact Gorosabel should be available against Valencia for the first time in more than a month since suffering an ankle injury in a Copa del Rey match in mid-January. He should take over from Ander Barrenetxea at right-back once he's fit enough to start.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for weekend Gorosabel (ankle) was not called up by Real Sociedad for Saturday's clash against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Gorosabel will miss Saturday's match after picking up an ankle injury in the mid-week Copa del Rey win over Mallorca. Aritz Elustondo should return to the lineup at right-back in his absence.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured in Copa del Rey Gorosabel was subbed out of Tuesday's victory over Mallorca in the Copa del Rey in the 61st minute after suffering an ankle injury.

Impact Gorosabel will be questionable for Saturday's league clash against Rayo Vallecano as he gets evaluated for this injury. Aritz Elustondo is likely to continue as the starting right-back until Gorosabel is fit again.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles in loss Gorosabel made four tackles (one won) and created one chance during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Real Betis.

Impact Gorosabel has started in four straight league matches but has been in the lineup for their losses in each of the last two games. As he doesn't complete the full 90 with much frequency either, Gorosabel has a limited ceiling to his production.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't appear in win Gorosabel (ankle) wasn't used off the bench during Thursday's 3-0 win over Sheriff.

Impact Gorosabel didn't come off the bench, though he did travel with the team, and was available. The defender misses two matches with an ankle issue but his return to the bench is a positive sign that he should be fully available for a Sunday trip to Celta Vigo.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list against Sherrif Gorosabel (ankle) made the squad list for Thursday's UEL match against Sherrif.

Impact Gorosabel has missed each of the last two matches after turning his ankle during a 5-3 win over Girona just under two weeks ago. As Alex Sola didn't train Wednesday, Gorosabel should have little issue making a prompt return to the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Gorosabel (ankle) didn't make the team sheet for Sunday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Gorosabel hurt his ankle in Sunday's 5-2 win over Girona and remains unfit for a second straight game in four days. Expect Alex Sola to start at right-back until Gorosabel can recover his fitness.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE