NICOLAS GONZALEZ NEWS

Improving fitness Nico (knock) is uncertain for Saturday's clash with Newcastle, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Day by day he is getting better. We'll assess [his fitness] in the next few hour...

Impact Nico suffered a knock in an FA Cup clash and has been working his way back to fitness. The midfielder is also integrating into the City systems. Nico could play some part during Saturday's clash, though it's not clear what type of role he's ready for immediately.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Nico (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Nico is making his UCL debut with City Tuesday, making the call after suffering a slight issue in Saturday's FA Cup match. He will look to see minutes as they try to take down Real, as he is still trying to shape out a spot in the squad after just joining.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Tuesday Nico (undisclosed) is questionable for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "I hope [he is available]. The kick was strong in the area. We have...

Impact Nico could be heading to the sidelines for a spell just after making his debut with City, as the midfielder suffered an injury in Saturday's FA Cup bout. He is now a late call for Tuesday's UCL match, having a few days to recover and his fitness likely coming down to a late test. Even if he is an option, he will probably be on the bench, not starting after an injury and in such a crucial game after just joining the club.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Injured Saturday Nico was forced off injured during Saturday's FA Cup game against Leyton Orient.

Impact Nico picked up the injury in the middle of the first half and was forced off. The midfielder was replaced by Bernardo Silva. The first minutes for the Spaniard with his new club were difficult. A quick recovery is hoped for, with his next chance to feature coming against Real Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Deadline deal to City Nico has completed a transfer to Manchester City from Porto, according to his new club.

Impact Nico has found a new club after only a year and a half with Porto, as he joined City on a four-and-a-half-year deal that keeps him with the club until 2029 just as the transfer deadline broke. He joins with a solid career thus far to back him up, first rising through the ranks of Barcelona's youth academy, before stints with Barcelona's first team, Valencia and Porto. He does have experience in UCL and UEL competition, with seven goals and six assists to his name in 29 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Deadline deal to City Nico has completed a transfer to Manchester City from Porto, according to his new club.

Impact Nico has found a new club after only a year and a half with Porto, as he joined City on a four-and-a-half-year deal that keeps him with the club until 2029 just as the transfer deadline broke. He joins with a solid career thus far to back him up, first rising through the ranks of Barcelona's youth academy, before stints with Barcelona's first team, Valencia and Porto. He does have experience in UCL and UEL competition, with seven goals and six assists to his name in 29 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Decent on loan from Barcelona Nico scored one goal and recorded one assist on 14 shots and 12 chances created in 26 appearances (18 starts) this past season.

Impact Nico had a decent season in midfield on loan at Valencia this past season, as he recorded two goal contributions and kept one clean sheet. He also set career highs in interceptions, clearances and blocked shots. His loan is set to end June 30, so the 21-year-old will likely go back to Barcelona unless he is loaned to Valencia (or elsewhere) for another season.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road draw Nico assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Betis.

Impact Nico assisted Diego Lopez's equalizer in the 71st minute to help his side avoid relegation in La Liga. The midfielder also led his side in tackles in the defensive end. That was his first assist in the season, to go with one goal, as he logged 26 appearances (18 starts) in 2022-23.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Almeria Nico is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Almeria.

Impact Nico returns from an injury which forced him off at halftime of last week's match against Rayo Vallecano. The midfielder starts from the opening kickoff having scored just once in 16 appearances.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at half time Nico (undisclosed) was forced off at half time during Monday's clash with Rayo.

Impact Nico came off limping to finish the first half and was unable to resume when the second half kicked off. The midfielder was replaced by Yunus Musah, who could see more time in the starting XI while Nico is on the sideline. Nico's first chance to return is a Sunday trip to Almeria.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Nico (foot) is back in the starting XI for Saturday's match versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Nico came back from his foot injury last match off the bench, but now is back in the lineup for Valencia. He has recorded a goal on nine shots (two on target) in 15 appearances so far this season.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Surgery successful Nico (foot) underwent a successful operation on his foot Thursday, Valencia have announced.

Impact Nico is expected to miss around three months while he recovers from this fractured metatarsal, meaning the midfielder can target a return to action in the spring after having made 13 appearances in La Liga (six starts) this season.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

To undergo foot surgery Nico will undergo surgery for a fractured metatarsal this week and is expected to miss around three months while he recovers, Valencia manager Gennaro Gattuso announced Monday.

Impact Nico has made 13 La Liga appearances (six starts) in Valencia's midfield this season, but he is now set for an extended spell on the sidelines after suffering a foot injury Saturday that will require surgery.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Nico was injured and subbed out in the 79th minute of Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Villarreal. He registered one tackle (zero won) and three interceptions before exiting the match.

Impact Nico came off limping during the second half Saturday, a disappointing finish to what was one of his best creative matches. The midfielder will hope to continue that creativity and avoid any major injury heading into a Friday clash with Cadiz.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in draw Nico put two shots off target in 28 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Real Sociedad.

Impact Nico returned to the pitch after missing Saturday's loss to Barcelona due to a clause in his loan from the Catalan side. With Hugo Guillamon getting more time in the starting lineup, Nico will have to compete even harder to play regularly.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Nico was limited in Thursday's training session and is questionable for Sunday's trip to Real Sociedad, according to David Torres of El Desmarque.

Impact Nico was unavailable for Saturday's 1-0 loss to Barcelona with an undisclosed injury and remains in doubt as a result of the situation. If he continues to be absent, Hugo Guillamon should stick in the lineup alongside Andre Almeida and the returning Yunus Musah.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Can't play against parent club Nico will miss Saturday's match against Barcelona due to a clause in his loan, according to El Desmarque.

Impact Nico was a candidate to start due to the suspension of Yunus Musah but is ineligible to play instead. As a result, Dimitri Foulquier has been tabbed as a potential starter in midfield even though he's primarily a full-back.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 16 minutes off bench Nico created one chance in 16 minutes of Sunday's 1-0 win over Girona.

Impact Nico debuted for Los Che after joining the club on loan from Barcelona and didn't take long to get involved. Over time, expect him to join the midfield rotation with Yunus Musah and Carlos Soler, though carving out more fantasy value will take the attack to become more productive than it's been over the last couple of seasons.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Valencia Nico has joined Valencia on a season-long loan from Barcelona, the club announced Saturday.

Impact Nico tallied two goals and an assist in 27 La Liga appearances (12 starts) in his debut season with Barcelona's senior team, and the 20-year-old is now moving to Valencia for the upcoming campaign in order to continue his development. He already featured off the bench in Sunday's season-opening win, and he should see consistent playing time as he competes with the likes of Carlos Soler, Uros Racic and Yunus Musah for the starting midfield spots.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't train Wednesday Nico was given permission not to participate in Wednesday's training session as he pursues a loan move to Valencia, according to Alfredo Martinez of Radio Onda Cero.

Impact Nico only made seven appearances last season between the league and UCL but also dealt with a toe injury late in the campaign. Given some of the other roster issues for the club, he'll look for an opportunity elsewhere after doing well in his first pro season, during which he scored twice and logged one assist in 27 appearances (21 starts) during the 2020/21 campaign.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recovered from injury Nico (toe) reported to Barcelona for the first day of preseason training Monday, Diario Sport reports.

Impact Nico missed the final month of last season with a broken toe, but he is fit now and ready to begin the preseason with Barcelona.

JULY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Villarreal Nico (toe) is not in Barcelona's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Villarreal.

Impact Nico had a breakout season with Barcelona's senior team, posting two goals and an assist in 27 La Liga appearances (12 starts), as well as starting two Champions League matches in the group stage. The 20-year-old will hope to continue getting better next season and maybe develop into a more regular starter.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with broken toe Nico has fractured a toe on his left foot and will miss Sunday's clash against Mallorca, Barcelona announced Friday.

Impact Nico is out for an undetermined amount of time with just five games left in the season for Barcelona. The 20-year-old hasn't been called upon as much since reinforcements arrived to the club in the January transfer window, with just one La Liga start since February.

APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Osasuna Nico will miss Sunday's clash against Osasuna with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Nico picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in last weekend's win over Elche, meaning he will be suspended for Sunday's game. He hasn't started in La Liga since Jan. 8.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE