FABIAN RUIZ NEWS

Included in 20-man squad Ruiz (thigh) was named to the 20-man squad for Tuesday's matchup with Dortmund.

Impact Ruiz missed just one match due to his thigh problem when he was sidelined against Nice on Friday. Even if he makes the match-day squad, Ruiz may not make the starting XI after coming off the bench in three of his four appearances this season. In those four contests, Ruiz registered one assist, two shots (one on target) and five crosses (two accurate).

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh problem Ruiz will not be an option against Nice on Friday after suffering a thigh injury and will be limited to individual work.

Impact Ruiz has started just once to open the season but has played in all four matches for PSG, registering one assist, two shots (one on target) and five crosses (two accurate) in 96 combined minutes. With the Champions League Group Stage staring up against Dortmund on Tuesday, Ruiz could have been an option to start Friday in order to rotate the squad. Still, the team's release doesn't officially rule him out Tuesday, though he should probably be considered a doubt.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists late goal off bench Ruiz assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Lens.

Impact Ruiz recorded his first assist of the season Saturday as he set up Kylian Mbappe's second goal in the 90th minute. It was the only chance he created in the match as he played just 10 minutes after subbing into the match in the 80th minute for the Ousmane Dembele.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts for Spain in final Ruiz (groin) played 78 minutes in Sunday's Nation's League final versus Croatia.

Impact Ruiz missed a couple of games with a minor issue late in the club season but apparently has shaken it off completely now and will take on the new season fully healthy. He finished his first PSG campaign with three goals on 26 shots, two assists on 17 chances created and 63 tackles from 27 league appearances (21 starts) while adding seven UCL appearances without a serious statistical impact.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for rest of season Ruiz has been diagnosed with a groin injury and will be ruled out for the next 10 days.

Impact Ruiz's issue doesn't appear to be a major concern though this timeline will unfortunately end his season here with just about a week left until the finale. The midfielder at least ends on a high note with two goals and an assist in his past three matches to mount a total of three goals and two assists this term while adding 26 shots, 17 chances created and 63 tackles in 27 Ligue 1 appearances (21 starts).

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists, exits injured Ruiz assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over AJ Auxerre. He was injured and subbed out in the 79th minute.

Impact Ruiz was having a terrific game but a potential serious injury could even end his season with less than two weeks remaining this term. He's been on a terrific run of two goals and one assist over his past three matches but if forced to miss more time Vitinha should slot in the middle of the park.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in thumping win Ruiz scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two tackles (both won) in Saturday's 5-0 win versus Ajaccio.

Impact Ruiz has now suddenly found his scoring shoes with back to back goals on a total of seven shots (four on target) and has tripled his season tally just during those two affairs. With PSG now almost securing the title the midfielder could be given a license to roam free forward and he's already flashed serious upside.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stars with goal versus Troyes Ruiz scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Troyes.

Impact Ruiz also added two chances created and two tackles for a brilliant all around effort. The midfielder flashed his creative skills here but he isn't typically that dangerous up front and that was his first goal since early February and only second on the season.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles in vicotry Ruiz had one shot (one on goal), three tackles (two won) and team-high 118 passes completed in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Lens.

Impact Ruiz remains with limited offensive role and just one goal and one assist all season though he's been productive in other categories with 10 tackles, five interceptions and over 200 passes completed over his past three matches alone.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in 3-1 win Ruiz scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus Montpellier.

Impact Ruiz was a creative force to reckon with in this clash and was involved in two of the three goals for his team as he finally notched his first goal and assist in PSG colors. The midfielder does offer some offensive appeal overall but still mostly produces defensive peripheral stats.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Strasbourg Ruiz (leg) will feature in the starting XI versus Strasbourg on Wednesday.

Impact Ruiz was sidelined for the last two league matches before the World Cup break but appears to have used the added time off to get back to 100 percent. The midfielder has been in and out of the lineup this season, starting seven of his 13 possible appearances. In those starts, Ruiz recorded nine shots (one on target), 14 tackles (three won) and four interceptions.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Ligue 1 restart Ruiz (muscle) wasn't included in the injury report and should be available for Wednesday's match versus Strasbourg, L'Equipe reports.

Impact Ruiz also took part in the final friendly before the restart last week and should be full go for the restart. If he's fit enough for he may have a good chance for a start even given a number of players in the squad just recently returned from Qatar.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out through World Cup Ruiz has been diagnosed with a muscle problem and will be ruled out until after the World Cup, L'Equipe reports.

Impact Ruiz has suffered severe enough of an injury to surely miss PSG's next two outings which will reduce also his World Cup chances to a minimum. The midfielder should be full healthy by Christmas. In his absence Renato Sanches and Carlos Soler will compete for more minutes.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off with non-contact injury Ruiz was brought off during the 21st minute of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Juventus.

Impact Ruiz pulled up with an issue after a sprint, making a muscular injury the main concern. The midfielder was replaced by Renato Sanches who could take over Ruiz's role in defensive midfield if Ruiz is unable to return for the final matches before the Winter break. Ruiz's first chance to return is during a Sunday trip to Lorient in Ligue 1.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays off bench versus Benfica Ruiz played five minutes off the bench in Tuesday's 1-1 draw to Benfica.

Impact Ruiz has now started just once in last three matches but even when on the pitch for longer he hasn't really been a statistical factor thus far for PSG.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

PSG offloads many players but misses out on signing Skriniar

French champion Paris Saint-Germain offloaded several players on a busy last day of the transfer window but missed out on signing Inter Milan’s central defender Milan Skriniar

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fabian Ruiz joins PSG on 5-year deal from Napoli

Spain midfielder Fabian Ruiz has joined Paris Saint-Germain on a five-year deal from Napoli

AUGUST 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out for Verona game Ruiz hasn't been called up for Monday's game versus Verona.

Impact Ruiz practiced on the side Sunday and is being spared ahead of a likely move to PSG, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports. Either Piotr Zielinski or Eljif Elmas will join Frank Anguissa and Stanislav Lobotka in the midfield Monday.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Does not feature versus Spezia Ruiz was an unused sub in Sunday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Ruiz did not appear as the coach mostly fielded backups in this one. He had an up-and-down campaign but his numbers have mostly been solid as he notched seven goals, a personal best, five assists, 45 shots (14 on target) and 37 chances in 37 appearances.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Torino Ruiz took one shot on target, won two of four tackles, created one chance and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 win over Torino.

Impact Ruiz decided the game in the middle of the second half with a sharp shot from inside the box that was slightly deflected by an opponent. He improved to seven goals in the season, plus he has provided four assists. He has notched one each in the last five matches, adding five shots (one on target), four chances and nine tackles (four won). Napoli will host Genoa next Sunday.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Sassuolo Ruiz drew one foul, won two duels, created one scoring chance and picked up an assist in Saturday's 6-1 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Ruiz did not put up good-looking numbers, but he collected his fourth assist of the season, the first since mid-January, by slipping it to Dries Mertens early in the second half. He has posted four shots (zero on target), three chances, five crosses (zero accurate) and six tackles (three won) in the last five matches. Napoli will face Torino away Saturday.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Poor in Milan clash Ruiz won one of three tackles and three duels and had one clearance in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Milan.

Impact Ruiz took a clear step back compared to the previous performance and did not manage to pull the strings in this one. He has scored once and posted two shots, one chance, four tackles and eight interceptions in the last five matches. Napoli will face Verona away Sunday.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late game-winner versus Lazio Ruiz took two shots (one on target), had two interceptions, created one chance and scored a goal in Sunday's 2-1 win over Lazio.

Impact Ruiz did not have his greatest outing, but he decided the match at the buzzer by rifling it at the bottom right corner from distance. It is his sixth goal of the season, but the first since early December. He had not taken a shot in the previous four matches. He has notched two chances, two crosses, five tackles and eight interceptions in the past five appearances. Napoli will face Milan at home Sunday.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Inter Ruiz created one scoring chance, had one clearance and won two of two tackles and two duels in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Inter.

Impact Ruiz had a rather underwhelming display and was a non-factor on offensive, mostly because of the caliber of the opponent. He has collected one assist and added six shots, five chances and two crosses in the last five games. Napoli will face Cagliari away next Monday.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists once on Monday Ruiz had an assist while taking an off target shot and creating two chances during Monday's 2-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Ruiz set up Hirving Lozano in the 47th minute assisting Napoli's second goal. The assist was the third of the season for the midfielder while his two chances created tied for the team-high total in the win.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE