KARIM REKIK NEWS

Nets own goal Rekik registered an own goal and one shot (zero on goal) in Thursday's 3-2 win versus Espanyol.

Impact Rekik made just his second start since the World Cup break and did little to show he earns a more consistent role. The center-back put past his own keeper and made no tackles. Rekik opened the season as a starter in the first three matches and has since made just eight appearances in all competitions due to a combination of injuries and poor form.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Added to squad list Rekik (undisclosed) is in the initial squad list for Friday's clash with Celta Vigo.

Impact Rekik's timeline was uncertain but it appears the defender is in contention once more after more than two months on the sideline. The defender made three starts in a row before picking up a long-term issue and may not be rushed back into major playing time.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Rekik (undisclosed) won't be an option for Saturday's clash against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Rekik remains out for Sevilla with an undisclosed injury. He is likely to begin training next week and could make a return for Thursday's Europa League clash against Fenerbahce.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against PSV Rekik (undisclosed) will miss Thursday's clash with PSV, AS.com reports.

Impact Rekik won't return for Thursday's clash with PSV, though he could make a return before Sunday's league match against Osasuna. The defender has been dealing with a variety of injuries since the World Cup break.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In squad to face Girona Rekik is fit and in the match day squad to face Girona on Saturday.

Impact Rekik returns after dealing with an undisclosed injury that has kept him out since the return from the World Cup. The defender has made seven appearances on the season, scoring once and providing an assist without helping Sevilla keep a clean sheet.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured training Thursday Rekik (undisclosed) was on the training pitch Thursday in the lead-up to Saturday's clash with Girona.

Impact Rekik has missed both matches coming out of the World CUp break but appears to be trending in the right direction, and he's been called up by Sevilla for Saturday's match. The defender started each of his previous three outings in which he registered five clearances, one assist and one shot (off target). If he does feature, Rekik could be limited offensively in a central role.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with undisclosed injury Rekik will not be available versus Celta Vigo on Friday due to an undisclosed injury.

Impact Rekik has started three straight coming into the World Cup break but will be back on the shelf due to another injury concern. In that trio of appearances, the central defender managed one assist, one shot (off target) and five clearances. Once cleared to play, Rekik should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Betis Rekik took a shot and assisted a goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Betis. He also made two clearances and an interception in the match.

Impact Rekik set up Nemanja Gudelj's stunning long-range effort to equalize Sunday's derby, his first La Liga assist in about 11 months. Rekik has now started two consecutive games in all competitions since returning from a torn hamstring he suffered in early October.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to squad Rekik (hamstring) is listed in the team sheet ahead of Tuesday's UCL match against Copenhagen.

Impact Rekik comes back after missing all but one of the seven games in October due to a mid-grade hamstring injury. His chances of starting aren't tremendously high so soon on his return from a muscular injury but even less so now that Marcao and Tanguy Nianzou have strengthened the back line whenever starting together.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers torn hamstring Rekik suffered a torn right hamstring during Sunday's loss to Atletico Madrid, it was announced Monday.

Impact Rekik has started four times in five appearances this season but he's an injury-prone player and now out with a fresh issue. It's unclear how serious the tear is but it's safe to expect Rekik to miss between two weeks and a month. Going forward, look to Marcos Acuna and Alex Telles as the top options at left-back.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early in loss Rekik was replaced by Alex Telles after 28 minutes of Saturday's 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact It's not a good sign to exit so soon in Rekik's first start since Aug. 27 but that's what has happened ahead of a busy month. Pending his status for Wednesday's match against Borussia Dortmund, Alex Telles or Marcos Acuna would make the starting lineup in the place of Rekik.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Levels late for Sevilla Rekik scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing once accurately, creating a chance, making three interceptions and a clearance during Friday's 1-1 draw with Va...

Impact Rekik found the back of the net in the 86th minute leveling the score to earn a point for Sevilla. The goal was the first of the season for the defender while his three interceptions led Sevilla in the draw.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Named for Spurs friendly Rekik was named to the squad list for a preseason friendly against Tottenham Hotspur in South Korea, his club announced Thursday.

Impact Rekik missed a lot of time with hamstring issues in 2022 but came on for a couple of sub appearances late in the season. It will be interesting to see how the defense lines up in the coming campaign with no real strong option next to Jules Kounde after the departure of Diego Carlos to Aston Villa.

JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Reportedly out for season Rekik (hamstring) is expected to miss the remainder of the season, according to Marca.

Impact Rekik has featured just once since suffering a hamstring injury in the Europa League on Feb. 17, and he re-injured it in that one appearance against Barcelona last weekend. The 27-year-old's season is likely over now after keeping three clean sheets in 16 La Liga appearances (11 starts), leaving Sevilla very short of options in at the back with Fernando (ankle) and Thomas Delaney (calf) also done for the campaign, as well as Diego Carlos (strain) and Marcos Acuna (hamstring) having spotty injury records recently.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hamstring injury confirmed Rekik (hamstring) has gone to the Joaquin Juan Clinic in Madrid to undergo specific treatment, Sevilla announced Wednesday.

Impact Rekik missed five La Liga matches with a hamstring injury before returning last weekend to play 82 minutes against Barcelona and then re-injure his hamstring in the game. He is now continuing his recovery in a specialized clinic in Madrid.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off with knock Rekik came off holding his hamstring near the end of Sunday's 1-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Rekik nearly didn't play in the match due to a hamstring injury so it's a bad sign that he wasn't able to finish the match. It's not clear if the move was precautionary or not, but Rekik's activity in training should be a good indicator. Rekik will hope to be back on the pitch for a Friday clash with Granada.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Barcelona Rekik (hamstring) is in Sevilla's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Barcelona.

Impact Rekik has been out since mid-February with a hamstring injury, but he's back on the pitch Sunday filling in for an injured Marcos Acuna (hamstring) at left back.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Rekik (hamstring) returned to training with Sevilla on Monday.

Impact Rekik has missed his side's last five La Liga games due to a hamstring injury he suffered in mid-February, but he's recovering and may be fit enough to be available against Barcelona at the weekend.

MARCH 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Friday Rekik was not called up by Sevilla for Friday's clash against Alaves.

Impact Rekik has missed Sevilla's last three games with an injury he suffered in the first leg of the Europa League tie against Dinamo Zagreb on Feb. 17, and he is set to miss another one on Friday. With Diego Carlos (strain) also out, Nemanja Gudelj might have to move back into central defense for the game.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Sunday Rekik is in the match day squad to face Real Betis on Sunday.

Impact Rekik returns after missing last week's match with Espanyol through an undisclosed injury. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Espanyol match Rekik (undisclosed) is unavailable for Sunday's match versus Espanyol.

Impact Rekik picked up an injury in Europa League Thursday and will have to miss at least one game. Fernando and Diego Carlos are starting in the back in this one, while Jules Kounde is playing as a right-back.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Comes off injured against Zagreb Rekik came off holding his hamstring during Thursday's 3-1 win over Dinamo Zagreb.

Impact Rekik had to be brought off the pitch holding his hamstring during Thursday's Europa League win over Zagreb, The defender is a top option for Sevilla and his absence will certainly cause an issue in defense against Espanyol on Sunday. If Rekik can recover enough to train fully then it's likely he could play some part Sunday, even on short turnaround.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances in draw Rekik made four clearances and one interception while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's scoreless draw against Osasuna.

Impact Rekik made his third consecutive start, something that hadn't happened yet this season, and was rock-solid as part of the three-men defensive line that kept opposing forwards at bay during most of the match, specially after halftime. The centre back isn't a reliable source of fantasy numbers but his recent strong play makes him a favorite to stay in the lineup for Friday's clash against Elche.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in cup match Rekik (undisclosed) was in Sevilla's starting lineup for Saturday's Copa del Rey match that was suspended during the first half.

Impact Rekik missed last weekend's victory against Getafe with an undisclosed injury, but he started at left back on Saturday and should be available once again in Wednesday's La Liga clash against Valencia.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE