TANGUY NIANZOU NEWS

Set for return Sunday Nianzou (hamstring) is expected to be an option for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano. According to him, "I'm well prepared. I've been training since the start of the internati...

Impact Nianzou has missed three of the last four matches through injury, playing just twice during the month of October. He continues to be an option to start at center back for Sevilla, starting all six games played, making 26 clearances with eight interceptions.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Nianzou was diagnosed with a right hamstring injury Saturday and doesn't have a clear timetable for his return.

Impact The recovery process will ultimately determine Nianzou's timetable to return, but this is a massive blow for a Sevilla side that also lost Orjan Nyland (knee) and Loic Bade (thigh) due to injuries following the 2-0 win over Espanyol on Friday. This means Marcao and Kike Salas are expected to see more time at center-back, and even Nemanja Gudelj could play the position if needed.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Completes one-game ban Nianzou completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Espanyol on Friday.

Impact Nianzou was sent off in the derby vs Betis and missed the match against Barcelona, which ended in a 5-1 defeat for the Andalucia side. Nianzou has been a regular for Sevilla all season long, and he should return to the side for the Friday matchup at Espanyol.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in derby Nianzou was sent off with a straight red card in Sunday's 1-0 win over Real Betis.

Impact Nianzou has been a starter in the five games he's been available for Sevilla in this current league campaign, but he'll be forced to miss the Barcelona match due to this red card. Nianzou will be eligible for selection against Espanyol on Oct. 25, and if the recent trends indicate anything, he could very well return to the XI right away.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal during spot start Nianzou logged an own goal and two shots (zero on goal) during Sevilla's 2-2 draw Friday against Las Palmas.

Impact Not long after Alex Suarez scored an own goal, Nianzou logged one himself, taking away what would have been a first-half lead for Sevilla. Ideally for him, he can receive an immediate opportunity to redeem himself. But with Sevilla's next game scheduled against a tougher team in Villarreal, perhaps Los Nervionenses would be more comfortable using their initial pair of center-backs, with Loic Bade alongside Nemanja Gudelj.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Appears Sunday Nianzou recorded six accurate passes in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minute.

Impact Nianzou was back on the pitch after having missed the last three matches with a strain. He has missed most of the season dealing with different injuries, having totaled only five appearances in La Liga, with two of them coming as starts.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Nianzou (strain) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Nianzou is back with the team after missing the last three matches with a strain. He's made just two starts in five appearances since Nov 26, recording 12 tackles and seven clearances in that span.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Nianzou (strain) is in the squad list for Saturday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Nianzou looks to possibly be in line for a return, hoping to end his streak of four straight matches on the sideline due to a strain after making the squad list. The defender will hope to put his injury concerns behind him if he is healthy by Sunday, as he has only played in six matches all season, missing 23 contests due to injury so far this campaign. If he is selected to the team sheet, he will most likely serve on the bench, as he only started twice in his previous contests, and they will want to take his return cautiously due to his constant health issues.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Training on grass Nianzou took part in individual training on the pitch Wednesday, Deportes Sevilla reports.

Impact Nianzou has been sidelined for two matches with a muscular injury but appears to slowly be making his way back. The Saturday trip to Valencia will likely come too soon for Nianzou, but a Feb. 25 trip to Real Madrid could offer a chance if he can get back to team training ahead of that match.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench to face Bilbao Nianzou (thigh) is on the bench to face Athletic Bilbao on Thursday.

Impact Nianzou has dealt with injuries all season long, and his presence on the bench gives Sevilla another option to play on the defensive line, arguably the area of the pitch where the team has suffered the most injury-wise. Nianzou has made just one start this season, though, and it seems more likely that he'll play off the bench going forward.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Friday Nianzou (thigh) was spotted back in training Friday and could be an option to play against Athletic on Dec. 4, Kiko Hurtado and Javier Carbonero of El Desmarque report.

Impact Sevilla are dealing with lots of absences on both sides of the ball, so the return of Nianzou is a welcome sight for manager Quique Sanchez Flores, even if it only represents adding depth to the back. Nianzou could be in contention for a starting role against Bilbao given how depleted they've been in recent weeks.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still not healthy Nianzou (thigh) will not be an option against Granada on Tuesday, having been left out of the squad list.

Impact Nianzou will not be making his return to play Tuesday, being sidelined due to a thigh injury. The defender has missed the past three matches with the knock and hopes to return soon, as this is the second injury spell he has dealt with this season, with the last keeping him out for 14 matches. He has only started one contest all season, so expect him to return to the bench when healthy.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh problem Nianzou is dealing with a thigh injury that will rule him out against Lens on Tuesday.

Impact Nianzou will actually miss his third straight match due to his thigh problem after being sidelined versus Astorga in the Copa del Rey on Dec. 6 and against Mallorca on Saturday. With Loic Bade (calf) also unavailable, the club will have to stretch to the depth of the squad on the backline. The duo of Sergio Ramos and Nemanja Gudelj figures to hold down the middle of the defense.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad to face Real Madrid Nianzou (hamstring) is in the squad to face Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Nianzou is in line to make his 2023/24 season debut, but he's widely expected to come off the bench given his lengthy absence. Nianzou was a regular starter for Sevilla last season, however, as he started in 16 of 19 league appearances in 2022/23.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Nianzou (hamstring) will be in contention against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday. Manager Jose Luis Mendilibar told reporters, "Marcao and Nianzou are available to enter this call."

Impact Nianzou will almost certainly come off the bench if he does get onto the pitch considering his extended absence. Once back to full match fitness, the defender should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI after starting 22 of his 25 appearances in La Liga and European competition last season.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Tuesday Nianzou (hamstring) wasn't included in the squad list ahead of Tuesday's matchup with Almeria.

Impact Nianzou has yet to get onto the pitch this season and hasn't been pictured back at training. Given his extended layoff, the defender almost certainly will see some minutes off the bench before he is in contention for a spot in the starting XI. In the meantime, Loic Bade and Nemanja Gudelj figure to see the bulk of the minutes at center back. There is no reason at this point to expect Nianzou to feature against Barcelona on Friday either.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Nianzou (hamstring) is not in the squad to face Osasuna on Saturday.

Impact Nianzou continues his recovery from a nagging hamstring injury, but the defender is not ready to play yet, so he's been left out again. His next chance to feature will come next Tuesday at home against Almeria.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Nianzou (hamstring) won't play Sunday against Las Palmas, head coach Jose Luis Mendilibar told the club's official website Friday. "Nianzou is the one that will take a bit more tim...

Impact Nianzou has been participating in some training sessions but remains sidelined, and the manager's words indicate he's still far from returning to action. There's no clear timetable for his return yet, but the next league match in which he might feature will be against Osasuna on Sep. 23.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Nianzou (hamstring) isn't ready to return for Saturday's clash with Girona, according to manager Jose Mendilibar.

Impact Nianzou took part in training Friday but isn't ready for any sort of first team playing action. When fit Nianzou is considered a prospect with plenty of upside and the chance to break into a major role in the first team.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could rejoin team training Thursday Nianzou (hamstring) will undergo medical testing Thursday that could clear the way for him to train with the squad ahead of Saturday's clash with Girona.

Impact Given he will have just gotten back onto the training pitch, Nianzou seems unlikely to be ready to start against Girona, though he could be included in the match-day squad. Once up to full match fitness, Nianzou should be in contention for regular appearances in the starting XI and figures to rack up plenty of defensive stats.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Nianzou (hamstring) was not included in the squad list for Monday's clash with Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Nianzou will be out of action for his second straight contest due to his lingering hamstring problem. After starting 22 of 25 La Liga and European contests last season, the defender should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI once given the all-clear, challenging Loic Bade for his place in the backline.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Nianzou (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's Super Cup clash with Manchester City.

Impact Nianzou didn't travel to Anthens and will be on the sidelines for the Super Cup. The defender missed the closing stages of pre-season, and hasn't given any indication of how severe his hamstring injury is. His next chance to get back on the pitch is Aug. 21 against Depor back in La Liga.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Nianzou (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Valencia, head coach Jose Luis Mendilibar said Thursday during his pre-match press conference.

Impact Nianzou's absence shouldn't be surprising, as he picked up a hamstring injury during the final stages of Sevilla's US pre-season tour. His next chance to feature will come in a road matchup against Alaves on Aug. 21.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring problem Nianzou suffered a left hamstring injury during the preseason tour in the United States, the team announced Saturday.

Impact Hamstring injuries are delicate and tricky, and it wouldn't be shocking if Nianzou misses the first few rounds in La Liga. He also had a fair share of injury woes last season, which limited him to just 19 appearances (16 starts) in league play.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with injury Nianzou made 19 appearances (16 starts) in the 2022-23 La Liga season.

Impact Nianzou's season was heavily limited by injury as he missed large portions of the campaign due to an undisclosed muscular issue. When fit the defender played a frequent part in the back four. Nemanja Gudelj and Loic Bade will also be competing for a starting role heading into pre-season. Nianzou's first season with Sevilla saw him make 40 clearances and 20 tackles.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE