JOSE GAYA NEWS

Still out Friday Gaya (quadriceps) will not be available against Getafe on Friday. Manager Ruben Baraja told reporters, "He doesn't make it to tomorrow's game even though he is trying. He hasn't be...

Impact If Gaya can get back into first-team training next week, he could be an option to face Barcelona on Dec. 16. In his last five contests (all starts), the left-back registered one goal on three shots (one on target), 14 crosses (four accurate) and 19 tackles (12 won). Yarek Gasiorowski should continue to feature in the starting XI while Gaya is sidelined.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Saturday Gaya (quadriceps) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Girona, per manager Ruben Baja. "We have tried to assess the situation that he could be in, but in the end no,...

Impact Gaya will miss just his second match of the season after picking up a quad injury against Celta. He's totaled 19 tackles (12 won) and 14 crosses (four accurate) in the last five matches. Yarek Gasiorowski will likely get the start at left back during his absence.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off at halftime Gaya (undisclosed) was forced off at halftime during Saturday's 0-0 draw to Celta Vigo.

Impact Gaya is questionable for Saturday's trip to Girona after picking up another injury. He had started the last five matches in a row since returning from a hamstring injury, recording a goal with 19 tackles and 14 crosses (four accurate) in that span. If the defender is ruled out, then Yarek Gasiorowski will likely get the start at left back for the team.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Celta Vigo Gaya (undisclosed) is in the starting XI to face Celta Vigo on Saturday.

Impact Gaya was a doubt in the buildup to the match after being forced out of Valencia's previous clash early. The left-back has started 12 matches this season scoring once while crossing 38 times and creating 16 chances.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

May be facing another injury Gaya was taken off the pitch in the 55th minute of Saturday's contest against Real Madrid with an apparent undisclosed injury.

Impact Gaya was forced off the pitch on Saturday due to injury and will hope to avoid another absence on the sidelines after already missing two games just three matches ago with a hamstring knock. The club will hope he did not reaggravate his previous hamstring injury and that their regular starter at left back will be healthy after the two-week international break.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet in win Gaya registered one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Granada.

Impact Gaya kept his third clean sheet of the season Sunday as he started and played the full 90 minutes for the third consecutive match. He won four tackles for the third time this season and added one clearance. On the attack he registered three crosses in his third straight match and created one chance, something he has done in all but one appearance this season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In the starting XI Gaya (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Cadiz.

Impact Gaya is once again healthy, making the starting XI for Monday's match. He has missed the past two matches with a hamstring injury but appears to be healthy after making the starting lineup. He should return to a normal starting spot now, being one of the team's better defenders.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out indefinitely Gaya will be sidelined indefinitely after test confirmed he suffered a hamstring injury, the club announced Friday.

Impact Gaya has started all seven matches for the club this season in which he registered 28 crosses (five accurate), 24 tackles (11 won) and 12 chances created. At this point, the left-back will almost certainly be sidelined through the international break, though it could certainly be longer. With Jesus Vazquez (illness) also unavailable, the club doesn't have a true left-back available and may have to switch to a back three.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Gaya came off with an apparent injury during the second half of Wednesday's clash with Sociedad.

Impact Gaya was forced off with an injury early in the second half. It's especially disappointing for the left-back who has started every single match in 2023/24. Gabriel Paulista came on to replace Gaya and could see the start during Sunday's trip to Betis if the injury proves to be serious.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses Gaya recorded six crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Deportivo Alaves. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 47th minute.

Impact Gaya led his team by example by showcasing a dominant performance. He recorded the most crosses in the match alongside Luis Rioja. He completed one dribble and recorded two tackles, two clearances and one interception as well. He has started all games this season and has created a big chance.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses in win Gaya recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 1-0 victory against Las Palmas.

Impact Gaya achieved his first clean sheet of the season in a game that saw him deliver his typical high production. He sent in five crosses, tying for most on the team, and also created two chances. The left-back will aim to secure another strong performance when they face off against Real Sociedad in the upcoming fixture.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another productive campaign Gaya scored one goal and recorded three assists in 31 appearances (all starts) this past season.

Impact Gaya recorded four goal contributions this past season, his fewest in the past three seasons. However, he did set career highs in chances created, crosses, accurate crosses and corners. He also had another solid defensive campaign, but kept just three clean sheets as his side struggled overall on that end. After three consecutive productive seasons at left-back, there is no reason not to expect the same next season.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist against Espanyol Gaya provided an assist, had two off-target shots, sent in four inaccurate crosses and made two tackles (both won) during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Espanyol.

Impact Gaya didn't have numbers like the ones he's used to but still made a huge contribution here, with the assist for Samuel Lino's dramatic equalizer during second half's stoppage time. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet in four months for the left-back, who will next captain Valencia on their decisive match against Betis as they try to avoid relegation.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in chances created, tackles Gaya crossed twice inaccurately, created three chances and made three tackles (winning all three) during Thursday's 1-0 loss to Mallorca.

Impact Gaya was a part of the Valencia back four that conceded just once in defeat as the fullback led his side in chances created and tackles in the match. Gaya hasn't had a goal involvement since January, but has attacking upside as shown by his five chances created and 15 crosses in his past four matches.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full match Gaya had one shot (zero on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Thursday's 2-1 victory versus Valladolid.

Impact Gaya registered the most crosses of the match. He also made one tackle and one interception. He has netted once and assisted twice in 25 appearances this season. He has also averaged 2.5 tackles and 1.4 clearances per game.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in nine crosses at Atletico Gaya registered one chance created, nine crosses (two accurate) and one interception in Saturday's 3-0 loss at Atletico.

Impact Gaya had a decent outing, but couldn't help them avoid the road loss. The left-back led his side in crosses again, as usual, during the match. He logged a total of 155 crosses in 20 starts in the season, averaging almost eight per game, but has only two assists to his name so far.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in seven crosses in return Gaya created one chance, sent in seven crosses (three accurate), made two tackles, two clearances and one interception, helped his side to keep a clean sheet and was shown a yellow...

Impact Gaya made his return after missing two matches due to an ankle injury. And the left-back showed no signs of rust, being solid on defense while also supporting the attacking end when given room to go up the field. Despite having already missed six contests this season, Gaya ranks second in crosses and eighth in chances created among all La Liga players. Up next for him is Saturday's visit to Atletico Madrid.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Gaya (ankle) is back in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Osasuna.

Impact Gaya missed the last two matches with an ankle issue, but is back and in the lineup for Saturday. The captain has totaled 30 crosses (seven accurate), 13 tackles (nine won) and four clearances in the last five games played.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Running on pitch Gaya (ankle) was running on the pitch during Wednesday's training session, Cope Valencia reports.

Impact Gaya was expected to be sidelined for a month with the ankle injury but has already made a return to training. The left-back is likely not in contention for Sunday's trip to Barcelona though a return ahead of schedule for a Mar. 11 clash with Osasuna could be on the cards.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off injured Gaya was brought off with an apparent injury during the second half of Monday's clash with Getafe.

Impact Gaya had to be brought off with an undisclosed issue early in the second half. When fit Gaya is a nailed-on starter, though Toni Lato can occasionally offer a more attacking look when in the starting XI, should Gaya miss any lengthy period of time.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in loss Gaya made an interception and created five chances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Athletic Club. He also won three of six tackles in the mach.

Impact Gaya performed well on Saturday and was a threat with his passing from left-back, but it wasn't enough to preserve a result against Bilbao. Valencia have now lost six of seven La Liga games since the World Cup break, with the one exception being a draw with Almeria.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends three crosses in loss Gaya registered three crosses (one accurate) and one interception in Thursday's 2-0 loss versus Real Madrid.

Impact The veteran left-back was active on both sides of the ball in the loss, and he was a constant threat on the wing by sending the cross on any chance he had. The Spain international ended a streak of three games with at least one shot, and to put things into perspective, the three crosses were a season-low mark for him. He's averaging 7.7 crosses per game this season.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Real Madrid Gaya (undisclosed) is in Valencia's starting lineup for Thursday's clash against Real Madrid.

Impact Gaya has recovered from a minor knock he took at the end of last weekend's loss to Valladolid and he's back in the XI at left-back on Thursday.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Thursday Gaya (undisclosed) was called up by Valencia for Thursday's clash against Real Madrid.

Impact Gaya seemed to pick up an injury late in last weekend's defeat against Real Valladolid, but he's fit enough to make the squad to face Real Madrid on Thursday. Dimitri Foulquier, Toni Lato and Jesus Vazquez are all options to replace him at left-back if he's not quite fit enough to start the match.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Gaya came off with an apparent injury during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Valladolid.

Impact Gaya had to come off late in the second half with an apparent injury. The extent of the injury was unclear but if it proves to be serious Dimitri Foulquier could see more time in the starting XI, especially after coming on for Gaya on Sunday.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE