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On bench to face Barcelona Gomez (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Gomez is making his return to the team sheet Saturday, finding a spot on the bench after missing the club's last contest due to a calf problem. The forward will now look to find the starting XI in the club's next match, as he did start in their past three contests leading up to his injury, although he has only started in 11 of his 24 appearances this season.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Training Wednesday Gomez (calf) was involved in team training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Gomez has been out of action for the past two weeks after going down with a calf injury. However, it now looks as if he may return soon, as he was included in team training Wednesday. With that being said, he hopes this is enough to get back on the team sheet Saturday, although it may be more likely for the forward to take the field again on April 20 against Girona.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Calf strain confirmed Gomez suffered a calf strain and is a doubt for Friday's clash with Granada, according to manager Mauricio Pellegrino.

Impact Gomez suffered the calf strain in the final match before the international break and was immediately withdrawn from international duty. It's unlikely he's deemed fit enough to start for Friday's clash with the initial timeline supposedly putting him out for two-to-three weeks. Gomez will be hoping to make a full return for an April 13 clash with Barcelona.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to La Liga Gomez will be back in La Liga with Cadiz after securing a loan move from Trabzonspor on Tuesday.

Impact Gomez previously played in La Liga with both Celta Vigo and Valencia, logging a combined 167 games in Spain during which he recorded 52 goals and 20 assists. With Trabzonspor last season, the forward scored seven goals in 34 contests, adding another six assists.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in loss Gomez created two chances and put one shot off target during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Athletic Club.

Impact Gomez came in for Hugo Duro (ankle) and played out the rest of the contest. Should Duro remain injured by Monday's match against Atletico Madrid, Gomez could make his first start of the season even with transfer rumors suggesting he may leave. With 12 goals scored over the last two seasons, Gomez has underwhelmed significantly.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Appears as substitute Gomez took two off target shots during Sunday's 1-0 win over Girona.

Impact Gomez entered the match in the 74th minute, but had no impact on the scoreline. The forward's two shots in his limited time were the third most on the team in the victory.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for season opener Gomez (foot) is in Valencia's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Girona.

Impact Gomez has been limited for much of preseason training with a foot injury, but he is fit enough to be with the squad Sunday against Girona on the bench.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited in training Gomez is dealing with a foot issue and is unlikely to be ready for Sunday's match against Girona, according to Xema Tarazona of El Desmarque.

Impact Gomez has also been the subject of transfer rumors but if he's out, there aren't really any quality strikers left for Los Che with Goncalo Guedes now at Wolves. With Marcos Andre (Achilles) on the mend, he's likely to lead the line for the opening game.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses training Gomez missed Tuesday's training session, according to Xema Tarazona of El Desmarque.

Impact Gomez scored just five goals last season and even if fit, has been losing out to Goncalo Guedes when it comes to actual production. There's enough time for Gomez to return when the season begins Aug. 14 against Girona and Marcos Andre would take his place if needed.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Gomez scored a goal off three shots (two on target) and drew four fouls during Saturday's 2-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Gomez was instrumental for his side to seal the season with a win as he scored the opening goal of the match in the 28th minute and was involved in the play that resulted in the second goal. Overall, the forward had a very quiet campaign, with just five goals over 29 league appearances. But finishing with goals in back-to-back matches certainly gives hope that he can do better.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Gomez scored one goal from six shots (one on goal) and created one chance during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Espanyol.

Impact Gomez has scored just twice in 2022 and this effort was the first score in nearly two months. His campaign will end against Celta Vigo, which have conceded 41 goals in 37 matches this season.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shotless in draw Gomez failed to take a shot and conceded three fouls during Saturday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Gomez returned to the lineup for the first time after a three-match absence and a stint off the bench and didn't add too much to the contest. He's scored just one league goal in 2022 and will next face Betis in their first match since losing the Copa del Rey in April.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on in draw Gomez (foot) subbed into Saturday's draw against Levante in the 74th minute and he played the final 15 minutes or so of the game.

Impact Gomez returned to the pitch Saturday after missing three games with a foot injury he suffered in early April. Valencia has four games remaining on the schedule, and Gomez will hope to be fit enough to be back in the starting lineup to close out the season.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Gomez was not in training with Valencia on Monday as he's still sidelined with a foot injury.

Impact Gomez has missed his side's last two games with a foot injury he suffered against Cadiz in early April. There is still no timetable for his return, but Goncalo Guedes and Hugo Duro are filling in for him up front in the meantime.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Cadiz Gomez was subbed out of Sunday's draw against Cadiz in the 68th minute after suffering a foot injury. He took two shots (one on target) and made a clearance in the match before bei...

Impact Diario AS reported Monday that Gomez is undergoing medical tests to determine the severity of this foot injury, as he's undergone surgery in the same area on that left foot in the past. Hugo Duro could replace him up front against Rayo next week if necessary.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Gomez took two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Elche.

Impact Gomez was back in the lineup as the lone striker on Saturday, but with just five starts and only one goal in 10 La Liga games since the turn of the calendar year, he is not guaranteed to be back in the XI next time out. He will get a few weeks to refresh during the international break before the April 3 clash against Cadiz, which have conceded 41 times in 28 matches this season.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Gomez scored one goal from three shots (two on goal) during 73 minutes of Sunday's 3-1 win over Granada.

Impact Gomez scored for the first time in three months, which was a big boost for a side already in good spirits following their advance to the Copa del Rey final. He'll now hope to carry the momentum against Getafe, which rank in the middle of the pack in goals conceded this season.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two aerial duels against Mallorca Gomez won two aerial duels in a 1-0 win against Mallorca on Saturday.

Impact Gomez had an average outing for the visitors. The 25-year-old played full 90 minutes but could not register a single shot. His most notable contribution was winning a couple of aerial duels.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in draw Gomez took four shots (one on goal) in 81 minutes of Sunday's scoreless draw with Real Sociedad.

Impact Gomez returned to the lineup after making an appearance off the bench against Atletico Madrid before the international break. With just three goals scored all season, he needs to take advantage of the arrival of Bryan Gil in order to make this campaign more successful.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Levante Gomez will miss Monday's clash against Levante with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Gomez picked up his fifth booking of the season in last weekend's win against Elche, meaning he will be suspended for Monday's match. Marcos Andre could preplace him in the front two for the game.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in first start back Gomez scored once on two shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Celta.

Impact Gomez scored in his first start back from an undisclosed injury and looked solid throughout the match. The forward looked to be back to his best, and is a solid fantasy option in most matches. Next up is a very favorable Saturday clash with Elche.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Gomez put two shots off target and conceded a yellow card during 86 minutes of Sunday's 3-1 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Gomez is on track to lead all forwards in fouls conceded this season if he continues on the pace that's seen him earn one red and one yellow card in his last two starts. With only one goal to supplement his actual position, there isn't much to be excited about just yet even if Los Che rank among the better attacking sides in the league. Up next is a favorable matchup against Mallorca, which are tied for the most goals conceded in La Liga.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets ejected in final minutes Gomez took one shot (none on target), created six chances, sent one cross (one accurate), made one tackle (one won) and received one red card in the 1-1 draw with Athletic on Satur...

Impact Gomez was one of the better players for Valencia when he was on the pitch. The forward only had a single shot to his name, but he did have a season-high six created chances. Unfortunately, he could not control himself and he was sloppy in his tackles. It would eventually lead to, two separate yellow cards and a firm red card to send him packing. He will at least be out for the next match and it could be more depending on what the league settles with.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in loss Gomez shot off goal twice and created one chance during Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to Sevilla.

Impact Gomez failed to get much of anything done Wednesday, and ended up off the score sheet for the second straight game. Gomez has become more of a boom-bust option of late, and until that change it's unlikely that he can be a consistent fantasy performer.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Gomez put two shots off target and created one chance during 80 minutes of Sunday's 2-1 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Gomez has recorded just two shots on goal through the first five matches of the season and Sunday's game was the first in which he didn't complete the full 90. Two more tough matchups are up next against Sevilla and Athletic Club, which have conceded just two goals combined in their first nine matches.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE