LUIS JAVIER SUAREZ NEWS

Double strike in 6-1 win Suarez fired seven shots, scoring with his two on goal efforts. He also placed one cross (not accurate) and created two chances in Saturday's 6-1 victory over Cadiz. In addition, h...

Impact Suarez put on a stellar performance Saturday. He was a constant striking threat and got a reward for his efforts with two goals. It was the Columbian's first strikes since he returned in January from three months injured. From 15 appearances (10 starts) he netted six this season.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Suarez (leg) is expected to be an option for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano, according to the club.

Impact Suarez is set to make his return to the team sheet this weekend, finally recovering from a leg issue that has kept him out for the past three and a half months. This is a huge addition back into the team for the club, as he has only played twice since Oct. 6 due to two separate injuries after getting the start in the first eight games of the campaign. He will now hope to gain the start immediately following his extended absence, although the club may take his return cautiously by starting him on the bench.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with group Suarez (leg) was spotted training with the group Monday ahead of Saturday's match against Getafe.

Impact Suarez is taking on the next parts of his recovery process, as he is now training with the group after three weeks of training individually. He seems to be nearing his return, as he is expected to be back on the field by May 5, with that only being one match away. However, there is a chance he could see a return to the team sheet this week with his sudden boost in fitness, possibly returning against Getafe on Saturday.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Training with ball Suarez (leg) was training with the ball in practice Tuesday.

Impact Suarez made his first appearance on the training grounds since going down with a leg injury that required surgery in late January, as he was viewed training with a ball. However, the forward is most likely still a decent portion of time away from returning, as he is not scheduled to be back with the team until early May, hoping that comes to fruition with no setbacks during his recovery period.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes leg surgery Suarez had surgery to repair a fibula fracture suffered in October, the team announced Wednesday.

Impact According to the release, Suarez was previously expected to miss up to four months due to the injury suffered against Granda on Oct. 1. The surgery is expected to speed up his recovery but he probably shouldn't be expected back until late February at the earliest. Prior to getting hurt, the forward started the first eight matches of the season and should be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI once given the all-clear.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Girona game Suarez (leg) is on the bench for Sunday's fixture versus Girona.

Impact Suarez has been ramping up this week and will return after missing three months due to a fibula fracture. He was a regular at the beginning of the season, registering four goals, 31 shots (12 on target), and five chances in eight starts.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Monday Suarez (leg) was spotted in Monday's training session, Antonio Martinez of MARCA reports.

Impact Suarez took part in Monday's training session and even bagged a few goals, but whether he's ready to participate in a competitive match remains to be seen. He should be considered questionable to face Girona on Sunday, but Almeria could use him upfront due to their injuries in the attacking line in 2023/24.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers broken leg Suarez was stretchered off the pitch in the 83rd minute against Granada on Sunday with a broken fibula.

Impact Suarez faces a long road to recovery and likely will be sidelined for months, though the team didn't offer a specific timeline. The forward had started all eight matches for the club to open the season in which he registered four goals on 31 shots (12 on target). Ibrahima Kone could be in line for a spot in the starting XI while Suarez is on the shelf, having featured just once this season.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores hat-trick in draw Suarez scored three goals to go with eight shots (four on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Granada. He was injured and subbed...

Impact Suarea scored three after opening his account for the season on the previous matchday and took a whopping eight shots in this one. He will attempt to keep it going against an Athletic Bilbao side that has conceded nine goals in eight matches if he is fit enough to play after being subbed off with an injury towards the end of the game.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in lopsided defeat Suarez scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Tuesday's 5-1 defeat versus Sevilla.

Impact Suarez converted a penalty in the 71st minute to record his first goal of the season. Aside from his goal, the forward took four shots for the third consecutive game. However, he failed to create a chance for the second consecutive match after previously doing so for three matches in a row.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lacks end product in draw Suarez recorded four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Valencia.

Impact Suarez is yet to record a goal or assist despite starting every match so far this season but does have a whopping 19 shots through six games. He will look to get off the mark against Sevilla on Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy but fruitless effort Suarez recorded four shots (two on goal) in Friday's 2-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Suarez was buzzing right from the start, winning three free kicks before the 30th minute. Suarez fired his first shot on goal in the 34th minute, with his second shot on target coming just minutes later but neither could beat the keeper. Suarez kept the energy going in the second half but had one shot blocked and another miss to the left of the goal in the 91st minute.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes permanent Almeria move Suarez has signed a six-year contract with Almeria after the buy-out option on his loan from Marseille was triggered, the club announced Monday.

Impact Suarez registered four goals and four assists in 21 La Liga appearances (18 starts) while on-loan with Almeria during the second half of last season, and the 25-year-old striker will now be returning to the club on a full contract. He should continue as the preferred option up front ahead of the likes of El Bilal Toure and Dyego Sousa.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Season ends on suspension Suarez will complete the 2022/23 season with Almeria by recording 18 starts in 21 appearances, generating four goals and four assists on 41 shots (13 on target)

Impact Suarez had been a great addition to the team since being sent on loan from Marseille in November. He was second on the team with most assist assists while contributing to eight goals in 21 matches. Almeria do have an option to buy the striker, however several rumors have been linked to a possible move to the MLS, keeping his status of playing in Europe for the 2023/24 campaign unclear.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended through end of season Suarez received a two-game ban from the RFEF following his straight red card against Real Sociedad on Tuesday and his unsportsmanlike knocking over of the VAR monitor as he walked...

Impact Suarez ends his six-month loan stint from Marseille with four goals and four assists across 21 La Liga appearances (18 starts) for Almeria. The 25-year-old striker is set to return to France in the summer, but don't be surprised to see the club attempt to make a permanent move to bring Suarez back.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Sociedad Suarez received a straight red card -- following a VAR review -- in the 36th minute of Tuesday's match against Real Sociedad following a foul on Robin Le Normand.

Impact Suarez will be suspended at least for the clash with Real Valladolid at the weekend after getting sent off on Tuesday. He's tallied four goals and four assists from 40 shots (13 on target) while starting 17 of Almeria's last 18 La Liga games from late January onwards, so his absence will be felt at the weekend. Lazaro Vinicius, Largie Ramazani and Dyego Sousa are all options to replace him up front.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Mallorca Suarez made an assist, had one off-target shot and drew two fouls during Saturday's 3-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Suarez wasn't as active as he was on the previous outing but still found his way to appear on the scoresheet, assisting Lazaro for the goal that sealed the 3-0 win with a pinpoint pass from the right flank. That's now back-to-back games with an assist for the forward, who will try to keep it up during Tuesday's visit to Real Sociedad.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Osasuna Suarez made an assist, had three shots (one on target) and created two chances during Saturday's 3-1 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Suarez was by far his side's biggest threat on the attacking end, both finishing plays and creating for teammates, which included the assist for Lazaro Vinicius' consolation goal deep into second half's stoppage time. With four goals and three assists over 19 appearances since joining Almeria in the winter, the forward will try to keep it up next Saturday as his side hosts Mallorca.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice Suarez scored two goals to go with five shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Getafe.

Impact Suarez scored goals in the seventh and 58th minute assisted by Alejandro Pozo and Alex Centelles respectively. He made two key passes, one clearance and one tackle. This was the the first time he scored a brace this season. He has four goals this season and averages 2.2 shots and 1.1 tackles per game.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Suarez assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute.

Impact Suarez has had a slow start to his Almeria career. He has only two goals and two assists in 12 appearances. His next performances versus Valencia, Atletico Madrid, Athletic and Getafe will be crucial in deciding his future at the club. He is on loan from Olympique de Marseille until the end of the season.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Barca Suarez took a shot and assisted a goal in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Barcelona.

Impact Suarez played El Bilal Toure through on goal to win Sunday's match against the current La Liga leaders. It was his first assist for Almeria since joining the club on-loan from Marseille in January, and Suarez has tallied a total of 19 shots (six on target) and four chances created with two goals and an assist across his last five starts.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Betis Suarez took five shots (two on target) and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Real Betis. He also created two chances in the match.

Impact Suarez bagged a second goal in his last three La Liga appearances Saturday as he's seemingly taken over from El Bilal Toure as Almeria's starting striker since joining on-loan from Marseille in January.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal with new team Suarez scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 win versus Espanyol.

Impact Suarez scored his first goal since coming from Marseille and his four goal overall this campaign. Despite spending most of the time on the bench, the Colombian is very good when giving the chance to play. In 11 appearances with Marseille, he has totaled three goals and one assist on 20 shots (eight on target).

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE