NEMANJA GUDELJ NEWS

Covers ground at both ends of pitch Gudelj recorded three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Gudelj put forth a box-to-box performance Sunday to help lift Sevilla to a 1 - 0 victory over Real Betis. In addition to the aforementioned attacking output, the midfielder also made three tackles (one won), two interceptions, three clearances and a single block. The long-serving Sevilla midfielder has now started in three successive matches and create four chances over that span.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Gudelj (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Gudelj will look to make one more appearance on the bench before the end of the season after missing the last month with a knee injury. He will get just his second start on the bench since Mar 11, starting four of the previous five games played, logging in an assist in that span.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Gudelj (knee) is expected to be an option for Sunday's clash with Barcelona, confirmed manager Quique Sanchez Flores.

Impact Gudelj is set to be an option, but will likely only start on the bench after missing the last five matches with a knee injury. He had previously started four of the last five games played, totaling an assist with 13 tackles, nine clearances and eight interceptions in that span.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Training in part Gudelj (knee) took part in partial training Wednesday, El Correo de Andalucia reports.

Impact Gudelj is coming back from a serious knee injury and while he was originally expected to miss the remainder of the season he seemingly has an outside chance of a return. Still after an extended absence and surgery he may not be risked in the season finale.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Gudelj (knee) was spotted training by himself Monday ahead of Wednesday's match against Cadiz.

Impact Gudelj was initially thought to be set to miss the rest of the season after rupturing his knee, but now there appears to be slight confidence he could return after getting into individual training. However, he will still need to find his way into team training before a return can be confirmed, having to do it within the next two weeks with the season about to end.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers meniscus rupture Gudelj has been confirmed to have suffered a rupture in the internal meniscus of the right knee after leaving the field in the 81st minute of Monday's 2-1 win against Mallorca.

Impact Gudelj looks to be done for the season, as he has picked up a raptured meniscus in his right knee, most likely requiring surgery or at least a prolonged recovery time. This is a brutal blow for the player and club, as he has been a regular starter, only missing three starts in the 29 matches he was available for. He will now hope for a recovery period with no setbacks and to be fit for the beginning of the next campaign, with Lucien Agoume and Kike Salas taking his spot for the remaining games left in the season.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Records first assist of the season Gudelj assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win over Las Palmas.

Impact Gudelj helped get the party started as he sent a perfect cross that was headed in by Youssef En-Nesyri in the 43rd minute, for a 1-0 lead. It marked the first assist of the season and the first chance created in the last seven appearances for Gudelj. On the other end, he came up with at least two tackles won and two interceptions for a second straight game.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Gudelj (knee) is on the bench for Monday's clash with Almeria.

Impact Gudelj is back on the bench for Monday's clash after overcoming a serious knee injury. The defensive midfielder wasn't deemed ready for the starting XI but his availability in general is a great sign moving forward. Gudelj was a nearly-guaranteed starter before suffering the injury.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Gudelj (knee) took part in team training during Friday's session ahead of a Monday trip to Almeria.

Impact Gudelj was active throughout team training Friday as he makes his way back from a knee injury. The defender will hope to get back on the pitch for Monday's clash, though there was no specific timeline on his recovery. If Gudelj is unable to return Monday he would have one more chance to get back on the pitch before the international break.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Working with ball Gudelj (knee) was viewed training with a ball Thursday.

Impact Gudelj is taking the next step in his recovery process after suffering a torn meniscus in early January, having already started training with the all after returning to grass last week. Although, the defender most likely still won't see his addition to the team sheet for a couple more weeks, not being expected to return until the end of March. However, when he does return, he should assume a starting role again, as he started in all but three matches before his injury.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Running on grass Gudelj (knee) was spotted running on grass Thursday ahead of Sunday's contest against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Gedelj was viewed out on the training pitch for the first time since tearing his meniscus in early January, with the player taking a light jog down the field as he starts his rehabilitation process. This is a good sign for the midfielder, as after only a month on the sidelines, he is already working on his return to the pitch. However, that most likely still won't come for around another three to four weeks, as after such a serious injury, the club won't want to risk a premature return from one of their more important players.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers torn meniscus Gudelj suffered a torn meniscus in his left knee and is set to undergo surgery, ruling him out indefinitely.

Impact This is unfortunate news for Gudelj who is set to miss multiple months with a torn meniscus in his knee. He had been the number one option at center back for Sevilla all season, totaling 16 starts in 16 appearances in La Liga, averaging about 2.8 clearances per game while also scoring a goal. While the defender is out, this gives options to Marcao and Loic Bade an opportunity to start alongside Kike Salas and Sergio Ramos in the backline for Sevilla.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizing own goal Gudelj recorded an own goal, one tackle (one won), two clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat to PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Gudelj scored an own goal in the 81st minute Wednesday, a goal that tied the match at 2-2 and ultimately allowed PSV to come back and win and end Sevilla's hopes of moving on in the Champions League. It was a brutal moment for Gudelj who also had a fairly quiet game outside of the own goal, recording one tackle, one interception, two clearances and a blocked shot in his full 90 minutes.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return after league ban Gudelj has completed his one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation and is eligible to face Villarreal on Sunday.

Impact The return of Gudelj represents a big boost for a Sevilla side that will be missing both Jesus Navas and Sergio Ramos due to suspension for their match against Villarreal. Don't be surprised if Gudelj moves straight into the starting XI at center-back.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow Sunday Gudelj was given a yellow card in the 27th minute of Sunday's 1-1 draw against Betis, his fifth of the season which results in a one-match suspension.

Impact Gudelj will be suspended for one match after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season. He will not be able to play at Real Sociedad Nov. 26 and will be eligible to return to league play Sunday versus Villarreal.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Gudelj scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Gudelj scored the lone goal for Sevilla off a header from a corner kick sent in by Ivan Rakitic in the 58th minute. The central defender has now scored in two of their three champions league matches, while also recording 12 clearances in those games.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Gudelj scored a goal with his lone shot while making two tackles (winning both) and five clearances during Tuesday's 2-2 draw with PSV.

Impact Gudelj found the back of the net in the 68th minute, opening the scoring in the match. The goal was Gudelj's second in all competitions as he's started all but two of Sevilla's opening contests of the season.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in defeat Gudelj scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Girona.

Impact Gudelj scored his first goal of the season after Yangel Herrera failed to clear a corner, allowing him to control the ball and launch a missile into the back of the net. The defender has now been involved offensively in two consecutive matches, accumulating six shots in that span. Unfortunately, he has yet to record a clean sheet this season.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Sevilla Gudelj has signed a three-year contract extension with Sevilla, the club announced Saturday.

Impact Gudelj just posted arguably his best season since joining Sevilla in Summer 2019, with three goals, one assist and seven clean sheets across 34 La Liga appearances plus 13 more starts in European competition. The 31-year-old is equally comfortable lining up in central defense or defensive midfield, and he's now signed on to remain at the club through the 2025/26 campaign.

JUNE 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes major role Gudelj made 34 appearances (31 starts) in La Liga in the 2022-23 season.

Impact Gudelj had often been a rotational option with frequent appearances off the bench, but took over a major role in the starting XI. The defender earned 99 clearances and 43 tackles in the more consistent role in 2022-23 and could be set to lead the backline moving forward.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first assist of year Gudelj assisted once to go with one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Valladolid.

Impact Gudelj has struggled all season to get on the scoresheet, but finally managed to get back on with an assist Sunday. This puts him at three goals and one assist in league play, which is the best in his career thus far. The midfielder has also managed to record 28 clearances, 17 tackles (13 won) and 13 interceptions in the last 10 matches.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

3rd-division game in Spain abandoned after player collapses

A third-division soccer game in Spain was abandoned after Serbian defender Dragisa Gudelj suffered a cardiac arrest

MARCH 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores in loss Gudelj scored one goal on three shots (one on target), created one chance and made three clearances in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Osasuna.

Impact Gudelj scored in his second consecutive match Sunday, this time on an unassisted outside the box effort in the 63rd minute to tie the match at one. He took three shots in total in the match (one on target) and added a chance created to his offensive output. Much like the rest of his team, he did not have the best defensive performance, as he won his lone tackle attempted and made three clearances in his 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for selection Gudelj is set to return from a one-match ban for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Gudelj was suspended against Rayo but is now available for selection. The defender should have the chance to return at the first time of asking, a Thursday trip to Eindhoven and a Liga match with Osasuna on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles versus Mallorca Gudelj had one off-target shot, made four tackles (all won) and three clearances, was shown a yellow card and helped his side too keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over...

Impact Gudelj had another start as a center-back and once again dominated, winning all his tackles and not giving any room for opposing forwards to operate. With five tackles and 10 clearances over his last two starts, the midfielder turned defender looks more than consolidated as a starter in this Sevilla squad.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE