ERIK LAMELA NEWS

Late scratch Thursday Lamela will not start against Espanyol on Thursday after being replaced in the starting XI by Bryan Gil.

Impact Lamela had started four of the last eight matches for the club in which he recorded one assist, two crosses (zero accurate) and five chances created. If Lamela is sidelined long-term, Bryan Gil should continue to serve as his replacement in the starting XI.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Lamela (undisclosed) is in the preliminary squad list for Saturday's trip to Cadiz.

Impact Lamela is back in the traveling squad for Saturday's trip to Cadiz as he makes his way back from an undisclosed issue. The forward hasn't made a start since a Feb. 26 loss to Osasuna, but could make his mark on the starting XI once again if he is deemed fully fit. Lamela has scored four times during 21 appearances (13 starts.)

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Lamela (undisclosed) took part in training Thursday, Marca reports.

Impact Lamela has been sidelined with an undisclosed issue and was held out of training throughout the international break. The forward was available in training once more, though his role has been reduced of late, with just one start in his last seven appearances.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in training Lamela missed last weekend's defeat against Getafe due to an injury and was not in training with Sevilla on Friday, Marca reports.

Impact Lamela has only started one of Sevilla's last eight La Liga games since late January, but he missed out entirely last weekend due to an injury and still hasn't returned to training yet. Thanks to the international break, he'll have an extended period of time to recover before his side's next match against Cadiz.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner as sub Lamela scored one goal from two shots, sent in one accurate cross, made one tackle (won) and picked up a yellow card in 27 minutes during Sunday's 2-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Lamela subbed on in the second half and scored in the 73rd minute to give them the comeback lead and seal the deal. That was his fifth goal in the season. The midfielder also received his sixth yellow card in La Liga play so far, and ninth overall.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible against Barca Lamela is eligible for selection for Sunday's trip top Barcelona after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Lamela served his suspension against Elche and is now eligible to return. The winger has some decent fantasy upside when fully healthy but will be stuck in a tough match against a very hard to break down Barcelona side.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ineligible against Elche Lamela will serve a one-match suspension for accumulation against Elche on Saturday.

Impact Lamela has been starting approximately every other match for the club, featuring in eight of the last 13 contests. In those appearances, the forward has recorded two goals on 20 shots (10 on target), 16 crosses (four accurate) and 10 corners. Given his role on freekicks and corners, Lamela could offer a decent fantasy upside when he does crack the starting XI.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 74-minute game started Lamela had three shots (two on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 win against Cadiz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 33rd minute...

Impact Lamela was unable to participate as Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup without him. Now that it is finished, he will try being a more valued member of Sevilla. Lamela continues to sporadically log at least 45 minutes across Sevilla's games.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Real Madrid Lamela took three shots and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Lamela briefly equalized Saturday's game with his second goal in as many appearances, and he's now taken a combined seven shots (two on target) with three chances created across his last two games. He can play all along the front-three in new manager Jorge Sampaoli's system.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes as substitute Lamela scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal), crossing five times (three accurate) and creating three chances during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Valencia.

Impact Lamela entered the match at halftime and scored the game tying goal in the 86th. The goal was the second of the season for the attacker, as he was excellent during his time on the pitch perhaps prompting manager Jorge Sampaoli to give him more of a starting role.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in draw Lamela took two shots (one on goal) during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Lamela returned to the lineup after coming off the bench in the previous two games. Going forward, Lamela and Isco will be in competition for minutes as long as Oliver Torres continues to start as the central attacking-midfielder in league contests.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Lamela completed his suspension and will be available against Atletico Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Lamela faced the ban for a red card picked up when he also scored a key goal in a 3-2 win over Espanyol on Sept 10. Considering the forward has started each of his last five appearances for the club, in which he generated one goal on nine shots (five on target) and five crosses (one accurate), he should be a near-lock for the starting XI on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in draw Lamela created five chances on three crosses (one accurate) and won three-of-four tackles during Friday's 1-1 draw with Valladolid.

Impact Lamela also committed four fouls during this game but was far better offensively. With Lucas Ocampos not in great form and Tecatito Corona (leg) out long-term, Lamela could be a useful asset should he remain a starter.

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Lamela provided one assist from three chances created in 69 minutes of Sunday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Lamela started in five of the last 10 games of the season after a shoulder injury kept him out between November of 2021 and March of 2022. Competition from Jesus Corona, Alejandro Gomez and Lamela as well as Lucas Ocampos could make for an interesting storyline during the offseason.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net in loss Lamela scored one goal from one shot during 72 minutes of Sunday's 3-2 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Lamela has started in two of the last four matches following a long-term shoulder injury and it's a good sign to see him finding the net. With a midweek match up next against Levante, Lamela may not get a chance to start as he continues to work on his fitness. Still, he'll look forward to a favorable matchup against the league's worst defense.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Sociedad Lamela (shoulder) is in Sevilla's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad.

Impact Lamela hasn't played since November after undergoing surgery on his shoulder, but he returned to training at the beginning of March and he is back with in the match day squad for the first time on Sunday.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Lamela (shoulder) was pictured in training with Sevilla on Tuesday.

Impact Lamela has been out since November with a shoulder injury that required surgery, but he is edging closer to a return now that he's training with his team again. He likely won't be ready for Friday's clash against Alaves, but he could be hoping to return by the end of March.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out up to four months Lamela will miss up to four months after undergoing shoulder surgery.

Impact It's a tough injury for Lamela, who had found a role with Sevilla over the first few months. Unfortunately, he continues to battle injuries, which is limiting his overall effectiveness. He already has 16 appearances for Sevilla this season, including UCL, and has almost reached the number of minutes he had at Tottenham all of last campaign.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Schick's chip, Lamela's rabona among FIFA best goal nominees

FIFA has announced 11 candidates to win the Puskas Award as the best goal scored in world soccer in the past year

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unfazed by guilty verdict, Real Madrid relying on Benzema

Karim Benzema and the teams that employ him appear unfazed by his guilty verdict for having played a part in the sex tape blackmail plot against a former France teammate

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still battling injury Lamela remains out for Tuesday's match against Wolfsburg.

Impact Lamela didn't play over the weekend and he still isn't recovered for Tuesday's match. There's a chance he misses more time with the injury, leaving Sevilla hurting for options in their attack. Alejandro Gomez returned to the XI for Tuesday's game against Wolfsburg.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finally scores goal Lamela scored one goal during a 1-1 draw Wednesday at Mallorca.

Impact Lamela had not scored during a La Liga game since Aug. 23. However, he has four Spanish-league goals this year and will receive many chances to score more off the bench.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Lamela put two shots off target and created one chance during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Granada.

Impact Lamela has only made three league starts this season and was frustrated by his early departure from this match. As his early-season form has since departed him with no shots on target in his last two games, Lamela's inconsistent style has returned ahead of the second international break. Up next is a trip to Celta Vigo, which have conceded 11 goals in eight games.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in start Lamela provided one assist on four chances created during Wednesday's 3-1 win over Valencia.

Impact Lamela has been excellent since joining Sevilla and is showing no signs of slowing down, with more consistently good performances. The midfielder has three goals and one assist in five league appearances (two starts). Next up is a Saturday clash with Espanyol.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays first half in draw Lamela played for the first half of Sunday's scoreless draw with Real Sociedad.

Impact Lamela was handed his first start of the season but Oscar replaced him at halftime. If his early-season goals were only a flash in the pan, it's important that he takes advantage of every chance to play he gets. Up next is a visit from Valencia.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE