JOSE MARIA GIMENEZ NEWS

Absent against Granada Gimenez (strain) has been ruled out for Wednesday's clash with Granada.

Impact Gimenez has already missed the club's previous four outings due to his muscular injury. Given the central defender's lack of offensive upside, few fantasy players figure to be directly impacted by his absence, though keeper Jan Oblak could face more shots without Gimenez's stabilizing presence.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out for weekend Gimenez (strain) was not called up by Atletico for Saturday's clash against Mallorca.

Impact Gimenez suffered a muscular injury in last weekend's victory over Alaves, and he's still not ready to return against Mallorca. He will hope to be fit by Wednesday's Champions League second leg against Manchester City, but Felipe will likely continue in his place if he can't play.

APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Man City Gimenez will miss Tuesday's trip to Manchester after suffering an undisclosed injury over the weekend.

Impact It's a tough injury for Gimenez to get just before playing Manchester City, which means a return to the XI for Felipe is likely. Gimenez had started every match since early February, including both legs against Manchester United, and will be missed in a huge spot Tuesday.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves late in win Gimenez made three interceptions and left with a potential problem after 86 minutes of Saturday's 4-1 win over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Gimenez would be a bad loss ahead of Tuesday's UCL trip to Manchester City but he has a tendency to pick up muscular knocks after playing for longer runs in a season. Should he be forced to miss any matches, Felipe could get a chance to start.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stays in starting XI Gimenez (muscular) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Gimenez is in the starting XI Tuesday despite leaving a few days ago with a muscle issue. Clearly it's not serious, but there's a chance he isn't good for a full 90 and even if he is, that muscle issue could brew up at any moment in a busy matchup against Cristiano Ronaldo and company.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Man U-Atleti, Ajax-Benfica tied in Champs League

The Champions League resumes with Manchester United hosting Atletico Madrid and Benfica visiting Ajax in the second legs of the last 16

MARCH 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealing with muscle issue Gimenez suffered a muscular issue in his calf that forced him to exit early against Cadiz on Friday, according to manager Diego Simeone via El Desmarque.

Impact Gimenez occasionally picks up muscular issues throughout the season and has never made more than 27 league starts in a season since 2015. With Tuesday's UCL trip to Manchester United coming up fast, it will be a race to see if Gimenez or Felipe gets the start.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Gimenez kept a clean sheet with eight clearances made and conceded a yellow card during Saturday's 2-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Gimenez has conceded yellow cards in his last two matches but still managed to record a rare clean sheet, his first in six starts across all competitions. That could be a difficult feat to repeat against Betis, which rank among the best attacking sides at the moment.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Levante Gimenez (COVID-19) will feature in the starting XI versus Levante on Wednesday.

Impact Gimenez has played in just three of the club's previous 10 contests due to various ailments but has started whenever available. In that trio of appearances, the defender has generated one assist, two shots (zero on target) and 15 clearances. While he figures to serve primarily as a defensive option, Gimenez should continue to be a target in the box on freekicks and corners.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Gimenez tested positive for COVID-19 and is set to miss Saturday's clash with Getafe, Atletico reported Thursday.

Impact Gimenez is in isolation after testing positive for COVID-19 and will now likely miss Saturday's clash with Getafe, and Wednesday's match with Levante. The defender is a stalwart central defender and one of the most important players for Atleti. He may be replaced in central defense by Felipe

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in loss Gimenez made an assist, had two off-target shots and made six clearances, one interception and one block during Sunday's 4-2 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Gimenez led all players in clearances, but his defensive efforts weren't enough for prevent the opposition from scoring four times. On the other hand, the centre back helped putting his side back in contention in the 58th minute as his header off a corner from the right was deflected into the net by Luis Suarez. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet of the season for the centre back and he'll try to remain productive on both ends during Saturday's home match against Getafe.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Villarreal Gimenez will miss Sunday's clash against Villarreal with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Gimenez returned to the starting lineup against Rayo last weekend after missing the entire month of December with a facial injury, but he picked up his fifth booking of the season in the victory and will have to miss out on Sunday once again. Geoffrey Kondogbia could replace him in central defense for the game, or manager Diego Simeone may stick with a pair of Felipe and Mario Hermoso.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Gimenez is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Gimenez returns after dealing with a face injury that kept him out the entire month of December. The defender takes up a role in the center of Atleti's back line for Sunday's La Liga clash with Rayo.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could play against Rayo Gimenez (face) was called up by Atletico Madrid for Sunday's clash against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Gimenez missed the entirety of December with a facial injury, but he's back with the team and will be available for selection on Sunday.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Real Madrid Gimenez (face) will miss Sunday's derby against Real Madrid, according to TNT Sports' Tati Mantovani.

Impact Gimenez has missed his side's last two games in all competitions with a facial injury, and he will be out on Sunday as well. Stefan Savic (thigh) is also out, so Geoffrey Kondogbia might reprise his role in the back three for the game alongside Felipe and Mario Hermoso.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Porto Gimenez (face) will not be available for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Porto, according to Gol's Jose Ignacio Fernandez.

Impact Gimenez's absence against Porto will be a huge blow for Atletico, who are already without Stefan Savic (thigh) and Felipe (suspension) for the game, leaving Mario Hermoso as the only center back available in Tuesday's crucial game. Geoffrey Kondogbia might have to move into defense, while Gimenez will hope to be fit by the weekend.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Cadiz Gimenez was subbed out of Sunday's victory against Cadiz in the 34th minute after suffering an injury. He made a clearance and an interception in the match before being taken off.

Impact Gimenez was taken off as a precaution on Sunday, but more details will likely emerge after the game. He was replaced by Felipe in central defense.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Held in reserve Tuesday Gimenez (groin) was named to the match-day squad versus Liverpool on Tuesday.

Impact Gimenez has been an unused substitute just twice this season, having started all eight of his appearances for the team. Even when the central defender is on the pitch, he'll only really offer fantasy value in formats that value defensive stats considering he has recorded 31 clearance, 13 interceptions and seven blocks but just 10 shots (one on target).

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad against Liverpool Gimenez (groin) is in the preliminary squad for Tuesday's clash with Liverpool.

Impact Gimenez has made the preliminary squad for Tuesday's showdown with Liverpool, as expected. The defender will likely be straight into the starting XI, though his fantasy upside is limited against one of the best attacks in Europe.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured during internationals Gimenez was subbed out of Thursday's World Cup qualifier with Uruguay in the 60th minute after suffering an adductor injury.

Impact Gimenez will miss Uruguay's remaining games this international window as is instead returning to Madrid to recover. Atletico plays Granada next weekend.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nine clearances for clean sheet Gimenez made nine clearances and three tackles during Saturday's 2-0 win over Barcelona.

Impact Gimenez absolutely dominated Saturday's match, controlling it right from the start and keeping the clean sheet with ease. The defender is in excellent form and will hope to keep that going after the international break, with a favorable match against Granada.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in draw Gimenez kept a clean sheet with three blocks made and two tackles won during Saturday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Gimenez has played twice this week and recorded two clean sheets at home. He'll now head out for a longer road trip against Getafe, Deportivo Alaves and AC Milan in the UCL.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Active offensively Gimenez has taken six shots (one on goal) and recorded four interceptions in three games to open the season.

Impact Gimenez has done well to keep one clean sheet in three starts, as he dealt with a variety of injury issues in the previous campaign. If he can overcome some of the issues with the international break and maintain his fitness, he's another reliable defensive piece with extra value if he can maintain these shooting numbers.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract to 2025 Gimenez signed a contract extension through 2025 with Atletico Madrid on Thursday.

Impact Gimenez had some injury issues that held him to just 21 league appearances last sons, but he managed to keep eight clean sheets in those games and now joins Stefan Savic with fresh contracts. As the anchors to one of the best defenses in Europe, Gimenez doesn't appear to be leaving Atleti any time soon.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In squad list Gimenez made the squad list for Wednesday's match against Real Sociedad.

Impact Gimenez had been reported to be dealing with physical issues before this match but should at least be on the bench. If able to play, Felipe is the most likely candidate to drop to the bench for Gimenez.

MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE