BOUBAKARY SOUMARE NEWS

Loan spell ends Soumare's loan spell at Sevilla has ended and he's set to return to Leicester City for the 2024/25 season, his former club announced.

Impact Soumare was a regular for Sevilla in midfield, logging 28 appearances (26 starts) in league play and adding four more appearances in the UEFA Champions League. With Leicester City back in the Premier League for 2024/25, Soumare will hope to fight for minutes in the Foxes' midfield.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up a goal against Barcelona Soumare assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Barcelona.

Impact Soumare set up the equalizer for Youssef En-Nesyri in the 31st minute. Soumare completed two dribbles, made a tackle, and an interception. This was his first goal contribution of the season in his 28 appearances.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts five tackles Soumare registered five tackles (three won), one clearance and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st minute.

Impact Soumare attempted five tackles for the second time this season during Sunday's draw. He's started the last 12 matches in a row, generating 18 tackles, 10 interceptions and eight clearances in that span.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game against Getafe Soumare registered two tackles (two won) and one clearance in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 36th minute.

Impact Soumare completed just 12 passes in the game and was not significantly involved in the game despite being in the heart of the midfield. He has 21 league appearances this season and averages over a tackle per game.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Option once again Soumare is available to face Osasuna on Sunday, having served a one-match suspension against Girona last Sunday.

Impact Soumare is back in the selection for Sunday's contest, having served a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation. The midfielder has been a regular starter when he is an option this season, gaining the start in 12 of his 16 appearances, so there is a decent chance he could end up in the starting XI Sunday. If this is the case, he will hope to end up on the scoresheet, having yet to bag a single-goal contribution all season.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Not eligible to face Girona Soumare received his fifth yellow card and will be suspended to face Girona on Sunday.

Impact Soumare has been a regular presence in midfield for Sevilla, starting in all but two of his league appearances while holding a steady role in the middle of the park. His next chance to return to action will come against Osasuna on Jan. 27.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Earns spot in starting XI Soumare (personal) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Alaves.

Impact Soumare is back with the team after dealing with some personal issues, having been listed in the starting XI for Friday's contest. The midfielder will hope to continue in the starting role, as he has now started in 12 of the club's past 16 matches. However, he will have to up his goal contribution count if he wants to stay in that role, as he has yet to bag one this season.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Soumare was called up for Friday's clash with Alaves.

Impact Soumare missed his last match due to a personal issue, he's now back in the squad and should be good to go. Before missing that match Soumare had started five matches in a row, likely meaning he should be available to return to the starting XI on Friday.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to personal problems Soumare won't play Thursday against Athletic Bilbao due to personal problems.

Impact The loss of Soumare leaves a gap in midfield, though this means Nemanja Gudelj will play in central midfield and Loic Bade will start at center-back. There's no clarity on the situation that ruled Soumare out of this match, but his next chance to play will come against Alaves on Jan. 12.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Soumare (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Soumare is back in action after a three-match absence, returning to the starting XI on Saturday. The midfielder will hope to retain the starting spot now that he is healthy, as he started in six of the last seven matches leading up to his knock after dealing with an injury-filled start of the year.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Mallorca Soumare (ankle) is in the squad to face Mallorca on Saturday.

Impact Soumare will boost the team's depth in midfield, and his return to action will be a welcomed sight since Fernando (undisclosed) has been ruled out. Soumare returns to the squad after a two-game absence and was enjoying a decent run of minutes with six starts across his last seven outings in all competitions.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Soumare (ankle) is not in the squad to face Villarreal on Sunday.

Impact Soumare was out for Wednesday's match against PSV, and he is also out to face Villarreal. His next chance to feature will come against Mallorca on Dec. 9, but even if healthy, he would be nothing more than an alternative in central midfield.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for UCL match Soumare (ankle) is out for Wednesday's contest against PSV.

Impact Soumare is not an option against PSV, still not being fit after suffering an injury in the club's last UCL match against Arsenal. His absence will cause some shifting around on the bench but isn't too big of a blow for the team, as he has only started once in the UCL in three appearances. Expect the midfielder to most likely be an option by Sunday for their match against Villarreal.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aggravated ankle Soumare (ankle) is a doubt for Wednesday's clash with PSV, according to manager Diego Alonso.

Impact Soumare suffered the ankle injury in London against Arsenal, and has started twice since then. But last time out he was brought off after the first half and Soumare is now a major doubt for Wednesday's clash due to this aggravated injury.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Starting XI Soumare is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Real Betis.

Impact Soumare was a doubt in the buildup to the match due to an ankle injury, but has recovered in time to start on Sunday. The midfielder has started three straight La Liga matches for Sevilla.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Betis Soumare (ankle) is a doubt for Sunday's clash with Betis, according to manager Diego Alonso.

Impact Soumare suffered an ankle injury during Wednesday's loss, though it's unclear if it's simply a knock or something else. Due to the swelling, Soumare has yet to undergo scans meaning any update on his injury situation may not come until Alonso's presser for Sunday's match.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in Champions League Soumare was brought off after five minutes during Wednesday's clash with Arsenal, due to an injury.

Impact Soumare came on for Joan Jordan and was brought off less than five minutes late for Mariano Diaz. It was an absolutely awful cameo for the midfielder who did nothing but earn a booking during his limited time on the pitch. Soumare started four matches in a row before the clash with Arsenal and would be a significant loss if ruled out for Sunday's clash with Betis. Unless the injury proves to be very minor Soumare will likely be out until the other side of the international break.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Sevilla Soumare completed a transfer to Sevilla from Leicester City, Sevilla announced.

Impact Soumare made the move to leave the Championship and return to a top flight league with Sevilla in Spain. The midfielder made 26 appearances (20 starts) for Leicester in a relegation-doomed 2022-23, but will get a second chance with Sevilla. Soumare could immediately fill a role in defensive midfield.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season as starter Soumare kept one clean sheet in 26 Premier League appearances (20 starts) during his sophomore campaign with Leicester City.

Impact Soumare was a regular in defensive midfield during the first half of the season until a hamstring injury he suffered in early January kept him out of the XI for a while, but the 24-year-old returned to start eight of Leicesters' final nine games of the season as they suffered relegation to the Championship.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against United Soumare is fit and in the match day squad to face Manchester United on Sunday.

Impact Soumare returns from a hamstring injury in January to take up a role on the Leicester bench Sunday. The midfielder has made 14 appearances on the season as a defensive minded midfield option.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should feature at weekend Soumare (hamstring) will be available for Sunday's clash against Manchester United, according to Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers on Friday.

Impact Soumare has missed Leicester's last four Premier League games since suffering a hamstring injury in early January, but Rodgers said that he has been training all week and that he's "good" to go for Sunday. He had started nine of the previous 10 matches in defensive midfield prior to his injury.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering fast Soumare (hamstring) will not play Saturday, however should return for the Manchester United clash on Feb 19, "He probably won't be ready for the weekend, so I think it's going to b...

Impact This is good news for the team who have been without their midfielder since Jan 14 with a hamstring injury. Once he returns, Soumare should take over the starting role from Nampalys Mendy, who has filled in for him and has struggled with form in the last four matches.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing extended absence Soumare (hamstring) is expected to be sidelined for 4-6 weeks, according to manager Brendan Rodgers who told reporters Monday, "[Soumare] will be a wee bit longer. I think four to...

Impact Based on Soumare's timeline, he will be sidelined at least through the end of January, though his absence could extend into February as well. With the defensive midfielder sidelined, Nampalys Mendy could make his first Premier League start of the season against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Cup contest Soumare (hamstring) won't be available versus Gillingham on Saturday. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "We're just waiting on clarification on timescales, but certainly for...

Impact Soumare was forced to leave Tuesday's clash with Fulham after just eight minutes due to his hamstring problem. Without a clear timeline for Soumare to get back onto the pitch, he should probably be considered a doubt for the resumption of Premier League action against Nottingham Forest on Jan. 14.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off holding hamstring Soumare was forced off with an apparent hamstring issue during the first half of Tuesday's clash with Fulham.

Impact Soumare came up holding his hamstring after attempting a pass and had to be replaced by Marc Albrighton. The midfielder had started four matches in a row in defensive midfield and will be hard to replace. Soumare's first chance to return is a Saturday trip to Nottingham Forest, though he will be a heavy doubt for that match.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE