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Assists as substitute Llorente assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Celtic.

Impact Llorente assisted Alvaro Morata's equalizer in the 53rd minute to help Atletico earn the road draw. That was his first assist in the season, to go with two goals. The midfielder also co-led his side in chances created despite his limited time in the pitch.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Llorente scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 7-0 win versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Llorente secured Atletico's seventh goal in a one-sided victory. He scored in the 87th minute after a deflection left him open in the box, and he beat the goalkeeper with a well placed shot. This match marked his first appearance off the bench this season, and he has now scored twice, a significant improvement compared to his solitary goal last season.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adds third in stoppage time Llorente scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-1 victory versus Granada.

Impact Llorente was the beneficiary of a mazy Angel Correa run into the box and a mix-up in the Granada defense to nab Atletico's third goal of the night. The all-action midfielder played the full match after an injury-hit campaign last season and will look to build consistency as part of Diego Simeone's first choice XI.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 14, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Season ends early with injury Llorente ends the season making 24 starts in 35 appearances in all competitions, totaling a goal and two assists on 47 crosses (four accurate) and 31 chances created.

Impact Llorente sat out the last month and a half of the season with a groin injury with April 16 being his last appearances of the campaign. Since scoring 12 goals and 11 assists in 2020, the midfielder has struggled to produce with a goal and four assists his last two seasons. He will look to improve for the 2023/24 season as he enters his third year of his contract.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Villarreal Llorente (groin) is in Atletico's match day squad for Sunday's season finale against Villarreal.

Impact Llorente is available for selection Sunday for the first time since suffering a groin injury in mid-April, and he could see some playing time off the bench in midfield versus Villarreal.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Llorente (groin) returned to team training with Atletico Madrid on Friday and could be in contention to play in Sunday's season finale against Villarreal, Marca reports.

Impact Llorente has been sidelined since April with a groin injury he suffered in training, but he has returned to the group and could be available for selection against Villarreal on Sunday.

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to return next weekend Llorente (groin) will miss Atletico's next two matches against Osasuna and Espanyol, but is hoping to be able to return by the Real Sociedad match on May 28, Marca reported Thursda...

Impact Llorente has already missed his side's last four league games with a groin injury he suffered during training in late April, and he's likely set to miss the next two matches as well while he continues his recovery. Atletico is being very cautious with its injured players as a Champions League spot for next year has mostly been wrapped up at this point in the season.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains shelved Wednesday Llorente (groin) will not be available versus Cadiz on Wednesday.

Impact Llorente will be left out of the squad for his fourth consecutive contest due to his lingering groin problem. When fit, the midfielder has been a mainstay in the starting XI, appearing everywhere from midfield to right-back to forward. In his last five contests, Llorente registered one assist, nine shots (six on target), and 10 crosses (zero accurate).

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Valladolid Llorente (groin) is not in Atletico's match day squad to face Real Valladolid on Sunday.

Impact Llorente is missing a second game this week with a groin injury he suffered during training. Thomas Lemar is starting alongside Koke and Rodrigo De Paul in midfield Sunday in his absence.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling Wednesday Llorente (groin) is not in the traveling squad for Wednesday's clash with Mallorca.

Impact Llorente picked up a groin injury in training, evidently a serious enough injury that he isn't in the traveling squad. The midfielder will likely be replaced by Thomas Lemar in the center of the park. Llorente's first chance to return is a Sunday trip to Valladolid.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injures groin in training Llorente suffered an adductor injury during training on Monday and is a doubt for Wednesday's clash against Mallorca.

Impact Llorente missed Sunday's loss to Barcelona with a yellow card suspension and he's now unlikely to be able to play against Mallorca in mid-week after picking up this injury. Koke could return to the XI in his place in midfield, or Thomas Lemar, Saul and Pablo Barrios are also options to start alongside Rodrigo De Paul.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Llorente will be available for selection in the mid-week Mallorca match after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Llorente missed Sunday's loss to Barcelona while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he will be able to return on Wednesday and is likely to slot straight back into the XI against Mallorca ahead of Axel Witsel in midfield.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed one-match ban Llorente picked up a fifth yellow card and was handed a one-match ban for Sunday's trip to Barcelona.

Impact Llorente will be sidelined Sunday due to the one-match ban. The midfielder has been a nailed-on option in central midfield, but will now find himself on the sideline. Thomas Lemar could get the start for Sunday's clash while Pablo Barrios is another possible option.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home win Llorente assisted one goal from two chances created, took two shots (one on target), made one interception and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 3-0 win over Valencia.

Impact Llorente had a good outing to help them earn three points at home. The midfielder assisted Antoine Griezmann's opener in the 23rd minute, while co-leading his side in chances created during the match. That was his second assist in the season, to go with one goal, and he also received his fourth yellow card so far.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 29 minutes off bench Llorente played 29 minutes as a substitute against Getafe on Saturday in which he registered one cross (inaccurate) and six passes.

Impact Llorente had started four straight matches coming out of the World Cup before suffering a knee injury that sidelined him for one game. With his injury concerns seemingly behind him, Llorente should be in contention to reclaim his place in the starting XI against Celta Vigo on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Saturday Llorente (knee) has been called up by Atletico Madrid for Saturday's clash against Getafe.

Impact Llorente has missed Atletico's last two games in all competitions since suffering an adductor injury against Valladolid on Jan. 21, but he has returned to the squad now and should be available against Getafe. He has started all 15 of the games he has appeared in across La Liga and the Champions League this season.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Groin injury confirmed Llorente has undergone medical tests that revealed a low-grade adductor injury, Atletico Madrid announced Monday.

Impact Llorente will be questionable for Thursday's Copa del Rey derby against Real Madrid and the ensuing La Liga clash with Osasuna next weekend while he deals with this injury, but it doesn't seem like it's expected to be a serious one. Angel Correa is an option who could replace him on the right wing if necessary.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Valladolid Llorente was subbed out of Saturday's victory against Real Valladolid in the 56th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact Llorente has about a week to recover before Atletico's next La Liga game against Osasuna, with a Madrid derby in the Copa del Rey also coming up on Thursday. He has started four games in a row for Atletico since the World Cup break, but Angel Correa is an option who could replace him on the right wing if necessary.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atlético beats Levante 2-0 to return to Copa quarterfinals

Atlético Madrid has returned to the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey for the first time since 2018 by defeating second-division club Levante 2-0

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes three shots in loss Llorente took three shots (one on target) and created three chances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Barcelona. He also made two interceptions and won one of two tackles in the match...

Impact Llorente put in one of his best performances of the season on Sunday despite his side's close loss to Barcelona. After missing most of October with a thigh injury, he will hope to stay healthy and maintain this level of form on the right wing in 2023.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Morocco Llorente made the starting lineup for Tuesday's match against Morocco.

Impact Llorente gets the call over Dani Carvajal and Cesar Azpilicueta, who was carrying an injury going into this match. With neither of the others impressing to a major degree, Llorente has a chance to lock down his place in the knockout rounds.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Substitute option Wednesday Llorente (undisclosed) will be available off the bench for Wednesday's matchup with Costa Rica.

Impact Llorente has logged just 17 international appearances for Spain, including six qualification contests in which he recorded a pair of assists. Considering he has started nine of those matches and subbed on in the other eight, he is far from guaranteed to earn a spot in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Spain defender Azpilicueta seeks success at 3rd World Cup

César Azpilicueta is one of only six players with previous World Cup experience in Spain’s 26-man squad

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in training Llorente (undisclosed) participated in Friday's training session, according to MARCA.

Impact Llorente skipped Thursday's friendly against Jordan in order to preserve his fitness. Capable of playing at right-back and in midfield, Llorente will be an important versatile piece when the World Cup opens Nov. 23 against Costa Rica.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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