MANU MORLANES NEWS

Subbed off on Saturday Morlanes generated one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Morlanes was active in the heart of midfield, registering 54 touches and 36 passes while contributing defensively with five tackles, two interceptions, and a clearance. However, his offensive impact was limited, and he was replaced by Omar Mascarell in the 77th minute. Morlanes has been a consistent presence this season, not featuring in only one game and starting five times. His recent form includes six tackles, five interceptions, and four clearances in the last three games.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Morlanes assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Getafe.

Impact Morlanes helped secure their final win of the season as he provided the winning assist in the 93rd minute of the match. It marked his second assist of the season, and first goal contribution since January. He finished the season with a career-high 50 tackles.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in draw Morlanes assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Villarreal.

Impact Morlanes made his fourth consecutive appearance in the starting lineup as he notched his first assist of the season in the 91st minute. The midfielder set up Javier Llabres, who then equalized the contest in added time.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Morlanes (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Morlanes will avoid missing any time with his latest injury, returning to the bench for Saturday's contest. The midfielder will most likely remain on the bench for the following matches, as he has only started four times this season compared to his eight appearances on the bench.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knock Morlanes is dealing with a knock, but manager Javier Aguirre expects him to be available to face Sevilla on Saturday, he told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "Mo...

Impact Morlanes went the full 90 against Egues in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, and while he ended with a knock, all signs point to him being available for this league contest as well. He's made just four starts this season and hasn't been in the XI for a Liga fixture since Sep. 23, however, so his presence in the XI is not going to affect many fantasy decisions.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains bench option Morlanes registered two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Getafe.

Impact Morlanes has only been a bench option for the tea, making just four starts in 10 appearances thus far. In that span, the midfielder has recorded 14 tackles (10 won) with four interceptions.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes permanent Mallorca move Morlanes has signed a five-year contract with Mallorca after transferring to the club on a full-time basis from Villarreal, it was announced Friday.

Impact Morlanes finished last season strong and was a regular in Mallorca's midfield near the end of his six-month loan from Villarreal. The 24-year-old is now returning to the club on a permanent contract and will want to continue in the XI for the 2023/24 campaign.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid recovery during season's end Morlanes logged one goal, 11 clearances, seven blocks and six interceptions across his 16 appearances of Mallorca's 2022-23 season.

Impact Morlanes began the 2022-23 La Liga with Villarreal, whom he played little for. Initially after being loaned to Mallorca, he did not play much. However, Morlanes earned the trust of his team to play all but one of Mallorca's last 11 games this season. Now, Morlanes is expected to return to Villarreal, a team unlikely to have an immediate role for him and a side possibly considering transfer and loan offers so it can at least benefit from him playing elsewhere.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Morlanes scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Valladolid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.

Impact Morlanes made just his third start of the season, along with just his seventh appearance. He marked the occasion with his first goal of the season, an unassisted 58th minute strike to take the 2-1 lead. He took three shots (one on target) in the match, and also picked up his first yellow card of the season.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Mallorca Morlanes has joined Mallorca on a season-long loan with the option to buy from Villarreal, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Morlanes has only made four La Liga appearances (two starts) in Villarreal's midfield this season after returning from a loan to Espanyol in the summer, and the 24-year-old is now being sent out to Mallorca for the remainder of this campaign.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in cup Morlanes played 90 minutes during Tuesday's 5-1 Copa Del Rey win over Cartagena.

Impact Morlanes returned to the pitch after a strain kept him away from a La Liga clash with Valencia. The midfielder will face a much tougher clash Saturday against Real Madrid back in league action.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to feature Morlanes (strain) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Valencia, according to manager Quique Setien.

Impact Morlanes isn't likely to be ready for Saturday's match after picking up a minor muscular issue in training. The midfielder's injury was quickly labeled as not serious, though it will still be worth monitoring before a Saturday clash with Real Madrid.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Morlanes completed his one-match suspension during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Athletic Club.

Impact Morlanes has played just twice this season and was sent off from the bench to earn his ban in Sunday's game. When he returns, Morlanes will rejoin the rotation from the bench and is unlikely to play much.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off from bench Morlanes was shown a straight red card from the sidelines in the 58th minute of Sunday's victory against Almeria.

Impact Morlanes was sent off for dissent despite not even being on the pitch on Sunday, and he will now be suspended for next weekend's clash against Athletic Club.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Morlanes (pelvis) has begun preseason training with Villarreal.

Impact Morlanes underwent a pelvis operation while with Espanyol back in May, but he has recovered and is ready to begin this upcoming campaign with his parent club Villarreal if he's not sent on-loan once again.

JULY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Morlanes announced on his Twitter account Saturday that he has undergone an operation on his pelvis.

Impact Morlanes has been dealing with discomfort for a few months now, and he's been limited to just two La Liga starts since the beginning of February. He opted to undergo surgery to fix the problem, ending his season-long loan in Espanyol with two goals in 27 La Liga appearances (11 starts) in midfield.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Sociedad Morlanes will miss Monday's clash against Real Sociedad with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Morlanes picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in the victory over Mallorca before the international break, meaning he will be suspended for Monday's game. He hasn't started in La Liga since Feb. 7.

MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off at the death Morlanes was sent off during the 96th minute of Sunday's two-all draw with Barcelona.

Impact Morlanes was sent off after 96 minutes, coming off the bench to make a difference before becoming embroiled in the controversy at the end of the match. The midfielder was shown a straight red card and could be suspended for two matches. Morlanes will be sidelined at least against Sevilla, and it's worth watching if the suspension is longer than one match.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Cadiz Morlanes scored a goal and created a chance in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Cadiz. He also made a clearance, two interceptions and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Morlanes opened the scoring early on Tuesday and chipped in defensively from there as his side salvaged a draw after blowing its early lead versus Cadiz. It was his second goal of the season, and he will want to have a similar performance Friday against third-placed Betis.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles in draw Morlanes made four tackles (one won) during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Morlanes scored in the first draw of the week with Elche and was rewarded with a start Tuesday and he set a new season-high for tackles in a single game. As a mostly defensive player, his value isn't going to be the highest, so his stock won't be great until he's more active and playing more consistently.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench against Elche Morlanes scored a goal after coming off the bench in a 2-2 stalemate against Elche on Saturday.

Impact Morlanes had a good game for the visitors. The 22-year-old came as a substitute in the 45th minute and scored the team's first goal six minutes later. It was Morlanes' maiden goal of the league campaign.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Espanyol on loan Morlanes joined Espanyol on a season-long loan from Villarreal, it was announced Monday.

Impact Morlanes spent last season on loan with Almeria, where he logged three assists in 36 games in the second division. That's where he encountered his new club en route to their promotion, so they were able together more scouting experience in direct competition. As a central midfielder, Morlanes provides an additional option with plenty of promise for the coming season.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE