IDRISSA GANA GUEYE NEWS

Off to AFCON Gueye is joining Senegal for AFCON, and is expected to be away from Everton for at least three weeks.

Impact Gueye has been one of the most important pieces in the starting XI throughout this season and is now set to miss one of the busiest parts of the schedule. His absence should force Tim Iroegbunam into the starting XI alongside James Garner in holding midfield. Gueye has started every single match he's been fit and available for.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Gueye is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Gueye has served his three-match ban due to the straight red card he received against Manchester United after slapping a teammate and is set to return in the next contest. The midfielder is an undisputed starter in the heart of the game for the Toffees and will claim back that role on Saturday against Chelsea.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Monday Gueye was sent off Monday after being shown a straight red card for slapping a teammate.

Impact Gueye was frustrated with a teammate after a poor passage of play and was handed his marching orders. Slapping a teammate falls under the Premier Leagues rules for violent conduct, meaning the red card is an automatic three-match ban. Gueye will miss clashes against Newcastle, Bournemouth, and Nottingham Forest. Tim Iroegbunam should step into a larger role in the starting XI in his absence.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in 2-0 win Gueye scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Fulham.

Impact Gueye opened the scoring as Everton beat Fulham 2-0 at home. This was the midfielder's second goal of the season, having previously scored in Everton's 2-1 defeat at Liverpool. This is the first time in the last six games that he has taken more than one shot and put a shot on target. Defensively, he also contributed winning his only tackle, making an interception and making three clearances.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 8 • Associated Press

Nets in loss Gueye scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Liverpool.

Impact Gueye had an excellent finish into the top corner during Saturday's loss, a nice goal for the midfielder. He's not normally a major offensive threat, and tends to be brought into the team as a more defensive option. He has the talent to finish chances, but he's not going to frequently be in places to cash in on that. Gueye should have some easier matches coming up with Liverpool away out of the way.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Everton Gueye signed a contract through June 2026 with a one-year option, Everton announced.

Impact Gueye went all the way to free agency but in the end he signed a one-year deal. The midfielder was a huge part of the Everton team, and getting him back is a major boon. Gueye should remain a major contributor in the starting XI for the foreseeable future.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Major contributor yet again Gueye made 37 appearances (35 starts) in the Premier League, providing three assists.

Impact Gueye continues to be a rock-solid producer in central midfield, despite playing into the last year of his contract. The midfielder is in talks to renew his deal with Everton, where he would likely remain a consistent piece of the starting XI. Gueye has been a major starting option across the entirety of his time back with Everton.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 11 tackles in draw Gueye had 11 tackles (nine won) in Everton's 2-2 draw Saturday against Manchester United.

Impact The midfielder continues to be Everton's most trustworthy defender, though he hasn't been able to add much on the other side of the pitch. Expect Gueye to be busy again Wednesday on the defensive side against Brentford, who have scored 47 goals in league play.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Eight tackles in win Gueye generated eight tackles (four won), one clearance and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win against Brighton.

Impact Gueye has been a key midfielder for Everton this season, missing only three games. Against Brighton, he matched his season-high with eight tackles and added two interceptions to bring his totals to 72 tackles and 27 interceptions in 21 appearances. He will aim to maintain his form in defensive midfield against Leicester on Saturday.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Pair of assists versus Spurs Gueye assisted twice to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 3-2 win against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Gueye set up the first two goals of Sunday's match as he assisted Dominic Calvert-Lewin in the 13th minute and then Iliman Ndiaye in the 30th. The two assists marked his first goal contributions of the season, and were also the first two chances he created since Dec. 1. He was productive on the defensive end too as he won two tackles, intercepted two passes, made two clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Strong attacking effort Gueye generated four shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Brentford.

Impact Gueye fired a season-high four shots and landed his first shot on target in his last eight appearances. He also set season highs with four chances created and 63 completed passes in the draw. On the defensive side, he recorded five tackles and had at least one tackle won for a sixth straight outing.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Gueye is back with the team in training and is cleared for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Gueye has returned to the club after dealing with some personal reasons relating to his family, making him on an option for the club once again. He has started in all four matches he has been available for this season and is expected to return to that role immediately now that he has returned to the club.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to personal reasoning Gueye is out for Saturday's match against Leicester City due to personal reasons, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Idrissa, unfortunately, has had a family bereavement so he won't...

Impact Gueye will be out for the weekend, as he has returned home following the passing of his father. He has started in all four games to begin the season, so this will force a change, with Orel Mangala as his likely replacement. He should only miss one match due to his situation, likely returning to face Crystal Palace on Sept. 28.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets time Saturday Gueye (undisclosed) started and appeared for 57 minutes in Saturday's friendly against Preston North End.

Impact Gueye picked up a knock two friendlies ago but appears to have already overcome his issues, as he was back in the starting XI for their friendly Saturday. That said, he should be considered healthy for the start of the season. He is likely to see decent time, starting in 24 of his 25 appearances last campaign.

AUGUST 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knock Geuye missed out on Saturday's friendly against Salford due to injury, according to manager Sean Dyche. "Gana, we had to be careful with, but he's coming through things."

Impact Gueye had no previous notice of an injury but is now dealing with one after missing out Saturday. However, the issue appears to only be minor and carries no concerns, with more of a cautious route being taken. That said, he is likely to be fit in three weeks to take the field for their season opener.

JULY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from dead ball opportunity Gueye scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Arsenal.

Impact Gueye opened the scoring Saturday, being credited with a goal from a free kick that found the back of the net via deflection just before halftime. He ends the season on a strong run of form, having scored in three of Everton's final six matches. Overall, Gueye made 25 appearances (24 starts) on the campaign, having missed three small stretches of games due to injury. His four goals scored are the most Gueye has scored in a single season in his career.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option picked up by club Gueye's one-year contract option was picked up by Everton on Friday.

Impact Gueye will be back with the Toffees for another season after making 24 Premier League appearances for the club this past campaign. In those outings, including 23 starts, the midfielder registered three goals on 25 shots (six on target), 11 crosses (one accurate) and 13 chances created. Gueye's fantasy value will continue to come more from defensive stats, of which he notched 73 tackles, 25 interceptions and 14 clearances this season.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner versus Brentford Gueye scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Brentford.

Impact Gueye scored the game-winner in the 60th minute with his third goal in the season. Two of them came in his last three starts, though. The midfielder started in all but one of his 22 appearances so far, but has been dealing with multiple physical issues during the campaign.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in return Gueye scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Gueye returned to the starting XI Sunday after missing the previous two matches with a calf injury. His goal opened the scoring for Everton as they brought down Nottingham Forest by a score of 2-0. The goal was his second of the campaign over 20 appearances (19 starts). If Gueye manages to find the back of the net once more before the conclusion of the campaign, he'll equal his previous career-high for goals in a season when he netted three in 2021 - 2022 for Paris Saint-Germain.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back after two match absence Gueye (calf) is starting for Everton during Sunday's clash with Nottingham Forest.

Impact Gueye returns after missing Everton's last two matches through injury. Gueye doesn't offer much in attack as a tackling machine in the defensive portion of Everton's midfield.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lightly training Gueye (calf) took part in a light training session Friday, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Gueye was active in a light training session, a good sign for his return, though this calf injury evidently came over night so there's always some doubt for Gueye. The midfielder should be fit Sunday barring any late setbacks.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE