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Nets one in draw Perez scored a goal on two shots (one on target) and created one chance in Friday's 1-1 draw with Almeria.

Impact Perez replaced Theo Bongonda in the 55th minute and provided the key play of the game, an 83rd minute goal to secure a draw. This was the 34-year-old forward's third goal of the season, with all three coming off the bench. Perez has only played a full 90 minutes in three out of 14 appearances and has not started a game in the past five matches. If his minutes do not increase, it will be difficult to rely on him to be a consistent option, especially given Cadiz have only scored 10 goals in 15 matches.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Perez scored one goal on one shot (one on target) during Thursday's 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Perez replaced Anthony Lozano in the 72nd. Nine minutes later, he was in the right place at the right time to slot home a rebound during the 81st minute and pull his side within one. It was the veteran attacker's second goal of the league season.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goal as substitute Perez scored one goal across 26 minutes during a 2-2 draw against Espanyol on Sunday.

Impact Alvaro Negredo and Ruben Sobrino were the Cadiz team's preferred strikers during each of its last two games played. Fortunately for Perez, he played because both teammates could not score. He took advantage of the opportunity to log his first Cadiz goal.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six crosses in win Perez created one chance from six crosses (two accurate) and put two shots off target during Friday's 1-0 win over Valladolid.

Impact Perez has started in four-of-six games this season and remains scoreless, though his team were able to score and secure their first win of the season. As he still has 11 crosses in his last two starts, Perez is likely to be the most reliable option from his team whether the team scores a goal a game or a goal a month.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six crosses in loss Perez logged six crosses (one accurate) and conceded a yellow card during 73 minutes of Sunday's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Perez figures to be the best of a middling bunch after also taking three set pieces in this game. Given how well Perez played down the stretch last season and has begun the new campaign, keep an eye on him over the other options from his team for now.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in win Perez created five chances on seven crosses (three accurate and put one shot off target during Sunday's 1-0 win over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Perez was one of the best players on his team over the final months of the season with three goals, two assists and 27 chances created in the last 10 matches. His efforts were key in helping Cadiz avoid relegation following his arrival from Elche, though he's been a streaky player for much of his recent career and it's important to exercise caution as his name pops up.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Perez created three chances from seven crosses (one accurate) and took 10 set pieces during Thursday's 3-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Perez had a streak of four matches with a goal or assist broken despite another good performance Thursday. Regardless of how he's played (three goals, one assist in last five matches), Perez will have a tough opponent in Real Madrid during the penultimate contest of the season.

MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Elche Perez provided an assist in a 3-0 win against Elche on Saturday.

Impact Perez had a decent outing for the winning side. The 33-year-old provided an assist for the team's first goal in the match. Other than that, Perez provided four key passes.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in third straight Perez scored one goal from three shots (two on goal) and created two chances from eight crosses (two accurate) during Friday's 1-1 draw with Sevilla.

Impact Perez has been a benchmark for his club's performance over the last few weeks with three goals and one assist in his last six appearances. A softer matchup against Elche could set up Perez for another nice night against a club that's often struggled defensively.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Perez scored one goal from one shot and created three chances from three crosses (one accurate) in 35 minutes of Thursday's 3-2 loss to Athletic Club.

Impact Perez has now scored in each of the last two rounds but was given a chance off the bench so he didn't start four games in two-and-a-half weeks. He and his teammates will need his good form against Sevilla, which have conceded the fewest goals in the league but have let seven in over the last three games.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Barcelona Perez scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) and created one chance during Monday's 1-0 win over Barcelona.

Impact Perez kept his club to their impressive run of getting results against big sides and just managing to avoid relegation, if a few more games go their way. Team goals aside, Perez has recorded one assist from 15 crosses and scored once in the last four matches. This could translate well against Athletic Club, which have struggled lately.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist off bench Perez logged one assist across 28 minutes during a 1-0 win Sunday versus Villarreal.

Impact Perez logged his second assist across the 2021-22 La Liga. The forward's recent goal contribution indicates he could remain valuable in spite of falling from favor to Cadiz manager Sergio, who prefers starting strikers Alvaro Negredo and Choco Lozano together.

MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots against Getafe Perez had two shots in a 1-1 stalemate against Getafe on Saturday.

Impact Perez had an average outing for the home team. The 33-year-old had two shots but none was on target. Other than that, Perez also completed a couple of dribbles.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots against Mallorca Perez had two shots in a 2-1 defeat to Mallorca on Saturday.

Impact Perez had an average outing for the visitors. The 33-year-old had two shots and one was on target. Other than that, Perez also provided a couple of key passes.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Cadiz move Perez has completed a transfer to Cadiz, the club announced Monday.

Impact Perez had made 16 league starts for Elche in the 21/22 season, and is now heading to Cadiz where he will hope to lead the line. The forward is a veteran option with limited goal-scoring upside. Unless he can start putting his name on the scoresheet Perez will be a fringe fantasy play.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in loss Perez had three shots (two on target), created one chance, sent in four crosses (one on target) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Valencia.

Impact Perez was one of Elche's few positives, posting team highs on multiple categories and assisting his side's lone goal, taking the corner kick that was sent home by Lucas Boye in the 75th minute. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet for the forward since Sep. 18 and he'll try to build on this effort during Saturday's visit to Barcelona.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in draw Perez put one shot on target and logged two inaccurate crosses during Monday's 1-1 draw with Osasuna.

Impact Perez plays more of a creative role despite his positioning on the front line, so his failure to create a chance in Monday's match doesn't help his value. In the next match against Cadiz, which have conceded the second-most goals in the league, Perez will need to step up his efforts.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Active display in loss Perez created five chances and sent in six crosses (two accurate) during Sunday's 3-0 loss against Betis.

Impact Perez had a great stat line despite of the loss, creating a season-high five chances and sending in cross after cross after cross as his side made a late push to cut the deficit. Despite usually being very active on the offensive end, Perez doesn't score since he found the back of the net in consecutive matches in September. Up next for the forward is Nov. 29 visit to Osasuna.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Perez created one chance from eight crosses (two accurate) during Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Perez found himself in familiar surroundings against his old club and put up his best creative numbers of the season so far. While he hasn't scored or put a shot on target in his last six appearances, his base value could remain decent enough if he can maintain his pace in crosses and taking corners. Up next is a visit from Real Madrid.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Extends goal streak in draw Perez scored once, produced one shot (one on target), sent seven crosses (one accurate) and took three corners during the 0-0 draw against Levante on Saturday.

Impact Perez once again saved the day for Elche in their draw Saturday. The forward did not play in the first two matches of the season, but he has scored in both matches so far since his return. The most important part of his performance today, was his role on set-pieces. Perez had the majority share and if he can keep that role, it will only further boost his value.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Perez scored a goal with his lone shot during Monday's 1-0 win over Getafe.

Impact Perez entered the match in the 58th minute and scored the game's lone goal in the 69th. It was a debut goal for the forward, coming from his lone shot during his limited time on the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Elche Perez has signed a one-year contract with Elche from Alaves.

Impact Perez makes the move to Elche after losing his role at Alaves this season, possibly because he was looking to move elsewhere. He should immediately find time with Elche after totaling 15 goals and nine assists the last two seasons at Alaves.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up final goal Perez provided one assist from six chances created on nine crosses (four accurate) and put all three of his shots on target during Sunday's 4-2 win over Granada.

Impact Perez went almost four months between assists but still ranks eighth in the league in crosses and can contribute a solid scoring floor on a good day. The final game of the season will prove a bigger challenge against Sevilla, which have conceded 33 goals in 37 matches.

MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

With 2 goals, Perez finally announces arrival at West Ham

With 2 goals, Perez finally announces arrival at West Ham

DECEMBER 4, 2018