GABRIEL PAULISTA NEWS

Suspended for season finale Paulista received his fifth yellow card of the season in the 4-1 loss against Osasuna and will be suspended for Saturday's season finale at Real Sociedad.

Impact Paulista was making his first appearance since a March 9 loss against Cadiz, and he will be forced to sit out the final match of the campaign due to this suspension. Atletico Madrid often rotated the defensive line, but Paulista was able to start in his five appearances with Atletico at the league level after signing from Valencia during the January transfer window. Paulista should be in line for a bigger role in 2024/25, especially if players such as Mario Hermoso and Jose Maria Gimenez end up leaving the club in the summer.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Paulista (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Paulista is making his return to play after missing out on the club's last match due to an ankle issue. He will now hope to get some time off the bench, as he has not featured since March 13, going unused in his last seven appearances on the team sheet.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Paulista suffered an ankle sprain during Wednesday's training session and won't play Saturday against Athletic Club.

Impact The recovery process will ultimately determine when Paulista will be able to return, but there's no chance he'll recover to face Athletic Club, making the team's defensive depth even thinner. The earliest he might return will be against Mallorca on May 4, but that will depend on how much he advances in his recovery over the next few days.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Inter Paulista (abdomen) didn't play in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Inter.

Impact Paulista returned to the game-day squad list after a small injury but didn't get minutes. He'll look to work his way up the depth chart at his new team in the coming matches.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Inter Paulista (abdomen) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Inter Milan.

Impact Paulista is back on the team sheet after missing the club's past contest, appearing on the bench to face Inter. The defender will now look to find the starting XI in the club's next match, as in the only game he has appeared in with his new club, he was given the start.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Morata and Paulista added to Atletico Madrid squad for Champions League game at Inter Milan

Striker Álvaro Morata and defender Gabriel Paulista have been included in Atletico Madrid’s squad for the Champions League game against Inter Milan after recovering from injuries

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • Associated Press

Available against Inter Paulista (abdomen) was called up for Tuesday's trip to Inter Milan in the Champions League.

Impact Paulista picked up the abdominal issue and missed a match with the issue but is now called up straight away. Prior to the injury Paulista was left on the sideline for two matches in his last three so it's more likely than not that he's a depth option for Tuesday's clash.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up abdominal injury Paulista is in jeopardy of missing Saturday's match against Las Palmas after the club announced he picked up a severe contusion in the abdominal area.

Impact Paulista's weekend situation does not look positive; with only two days until their match, he will most likely be left out. This is a brutal blow for the defender, as the center-back just joined the club and appears to have picked up the issue in the first match he played with Atletico. He will now hope to possibly earn a spot on the bench through recovery but will most likely not come anywhere near the starting XI for the Las Palmas contest, with Stefan Savic expected to take over the starting spot that Paulista held against Sevilla.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes transfer Wednesday Paulista will spend the remainder of the 2023/24 campaign with Atletico Madrid after completing a move from Valencia on Wednesday.

Impact Paulista finalized a permanent transfer and will provide some cover on the backline with both Jose Maria Gimenez (thigh) and Cesar Azpilicueta (knee) dealing with long-term injuries. With his former club, Paulista started 16 of 18 appearances in which he generated 77 clearances, 24 interceptions and seven blocks.

JANUARY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes full 90 in Copa del Rey Paulista (undisclosed) got the start in Wednesday's Copa del Rey clash with Celta, logging 90 minutes in which he registered two clearances, two clocks and one interception.

Impact Paulista was forced off versus Cadiz on Sunday after 81 minutes with an undisclosed injury but seems no worse for the wear. The central defender should maintain his place in the starting XI heading into a clash with Atheltic on Saturday where he figures to continue racking up defensive stats.

JANUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off with injury Paulista had one tackle (one won), three clearances and one interception in Sunday's 4-1 victory against Cadiz. He was subbed off due to injury in the 81st minute.

Impact An undisclosed injury prevented Paulista from completing Valencia's latest game. He will have just under a week to prepare for Valencia's next matchup, currently scheduled Saturday against Athletic.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Paulista has completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Rayo Vallecano on Tuesday.

Impact The Brazilian center-back missed the 1-1 draw vs Barcelona on Saturday due to the ban, but he is eligible to return now and could very well return to the starting lineup to face Rayo Vallecano. The Brazilian has started in all but one of his 13 appearances during the current campaign.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Paulista was sent off during Friday's 1-0 loss to Getafe for a pair of yellow cards.

Impact Paulista will spend at least one match on the sideline due to the sending off. The defender is a consistent option at center-back and has started nine games in a row, making it uncertain who will be brought in to replace him for a Dec. 16 clash with Barcelona.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Paulista recorded one tackle (zero won), five clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 win against Granada. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th minute.

Impact Paulista kept his third clean sheet of the season Sunday as he made his fifth consecutive start. He finished the match with five clearances, two interceptions and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action. The only downside to his performance was a yellow card in the second half, his second booking of the season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Real Sociedad Paulista (undisclosed) will be in contention against Real Sociedad on Wednesday. Manager Ruben Baraja told reporters, "Both Paulista and Yaremchuk are ready to participate."

Impact Paulista looks set to return following a three-match stint on the sidelines due to his undisclosed injury. If the central defender is cleared to play, he should challenge Cristhian Mosquera for a spot in the starting XI. Prior to getting hurt, Paulista recorded 17 clearances, four interceptions and three tackles (one won) in the opening three contests.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing against Almeria Paulista (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's match at Almeria, head coach Ruben Baraja told media, including Julian Burgos of Diario AS, on Friday.

Impact Paulista is set to miss a third straight game, as he didn't play against Alaves and was out against Atletico Madrid as well. His absence is certainly a big blow for Valencia, but this also means Cristhian Mosquera is expected to get the nod at center-back alongside Mouctar Diakhaby. Paulista's next chance to play will come at home against Real Sociedad next Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Atletico Madrid Paulista (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Atletico Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Paulista couldn't recover in time and won't be available to face Los Colchoneros, limiting the team's depth on the defensive end, and also meaning that Cristhian Mosquera will get the nod at center-back alongside Mouctar Diakhaby. Paulista's next chance to play will come against Almeria on Sep. 23.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Alaves Paulista (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Alaves on Saturday.

Impact The absence of Paulista represents a significant loss for Valencia at the back. This means Mouctar DIakhaby could move to center-back while manager Ruben Baraja will be forced to make changes in midfield. Paulista's next chance to feature will come against Atletico Madrid on Sep. 17 after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Disappointing campaign Paulista scored one goal on 14 shots and kept one clean sheet in 21 appearances (18 starts) this past season.

Impact Paulista only scored one goal this past season, his fewest goal contributions in a season since 2018. He also kept just one clean sheets, and picked up two red cards in just 21 appearances. With a variety of injuries and suspensions, Paulista started three matches in a row just twice, two seasons removed from starting 31 matches.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Paulista will be eligible to face Mallorca on Thursday after serving his one-match suspension.

Impact Paulista started four of the club's last five contests in which he recorded two shots (one on target), 16 clearances and 14 interceptions. Considering the central defender has just one goal in 18 outings (15 starts) this season, fantasy players shouldn't be expecting much in the way of offensive upside moving forward.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off for second yellow Paulista was booked twice against Celta Vigo on Sunday and won't be eligible to face Real Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Paulista has started four of the last five matches for the club in which he recorded 16 clearances, 14 interceptions and six tackles (three won). Without Paulista in the backline, Eray Comert could be in line to start, having featured in the previous match without Paulista in the starting XI.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances in win Paulista had four clearances in Sunday's 2-0 win over Elche.

Impact Valencia didn't have major problems to get past Elche in a comfortable win, and Paulista was solid at the back. The four clearances represent the sixth time he recorded at least four clearances this season.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Paulista is fit and in the match day squad to face Almeria on Sunday.

Impact Paulista returns for the first time since February from a hamstring injury. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hamstring injury confirmed Paulista has been diagnosed with a hamstring injury following Saturday's 1-0 win against Real Sociedad, the team announces.

Impact Paulista may miss some time after suffering a hamstring injury Saturday. If this is the case, then Eray Comert will most likely start as center-back in his absence.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off with injury Paulista came off at half time during Saturday's 1-0 win over Sociedad with an apparent injury.

Impact Paulista was unable to come out for the second half during Saturday's win, ending up on the sideline for the second half. The defender has been dealing with injuries since coming back from the World Cup break, and now looks to be a doubt once more. Eray Comert could see more playing time with Paulista sidelined.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE