OSCAR VALENTIN NEWS

Ready to start Valentin (undisclosed) is in the starting XI to face Espanyol on Saturday.

Impact Valentin is good to go following an early exit in mid week against Barcelona. The midfielder is a key figure when fit playing every minute of every match thus far prior to the injury mid week.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Espanyol Valentin (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Inigo Perez. "The three are fit and available. The other day, the three changes were...

Impact Valentin is back with the team and an option for Saturday, as his injury concerns from Thursday have been played down to just fatigue. That said, the midfielder should be expected to start Saturday, as he has started in al three games to begin the season.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Valentin was forced off with an apparent injury during Tuesday's clash with Barcelona.

Impact Valentin played into the second half before an issue forced him off the pitch. Pep Chavarria came off the bench to replace him. It's unclear if it's a serious problem for Valentin, but with limited time until Saturday's trip to Espanyol, there's a good chance he's sidelined until after the international break.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow Sunday Valentin recorded two tackles (one won) and one clearance in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Barcelona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute, his fifth of the sea...

Impact Valentin picked up his fifth yellow card of the season Sunday which forces him out of the season finale Saturday versus Athletic Club. His season comes to an end with one goal and eight clean sheets in 34 matches (32 starts).

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive performance Oscar Valentin registered six tackles (three won), one clearance and five interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Valentin's performance was integral to Ray Vallecano earning a point from their 0-0 draw with Celta Vigo on Sunday. Valentin has been fully restored to the starting XI since serving a one-match ban for yellow card accumulation. He had started and made a significant impact in the holding-midfielder role in the two matches since his return, accumulating 14 tackles (nine won), eight interceptions, five clearances and two blocks. While Valentin is a stalwart defender in the midfield, his one goal in 96 career La Liga appearances show that he does not offer much in terms of an attacking threat.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Dominant defensively in win Valentin registered eight tackles (six won), four clearances and three interceptions in Sunday's 2-0 win over Betis.

Impact Valentin helped his side keep a clean sheet for the first time since Jan. 27. He was a massive part of that, winning a season-high six tackles, intercepting three passes, making four clearances and blocking one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant in win Oscar Valentin generated 10 tackles (six won), and three clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Real Madrid.

Impact Oscar Valentin put up a season high of tackles in his first match back from suspension. This puts him at an average of 2.5 tackles per game with a goal and 13 tackles (seven won) and 16 clearances in the last five contests.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Real Madrid Valentin has completed his one-game suspension and is available to face Real Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Valentin was sent off in the final minutes of the match against against Las Palmas, but he's ready to return and could be in contention to start against Real Madrid given he's been in the XI in all but one of his previous 10 league outings.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Las Palmas Valentin was sent off against Las Palmas on Sunday. He recorded two tackles, three clearances and one interception before departing late in the second half.

Impact Valentin didn't make a significant impact in this one and ended up being sent off in the closing stages of the match with a straight red card. The Disciplinary Committee will ultimately determine the length of the ban, but at the very least, he will be suspended for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of the season Oscar Valentin scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Oscar Valentin got the party started, as he opened the scoring with his first goal of the season, sending a shot from the right of the six-yard box to the center of the goal. He did not impose himself on the match much the rest of the way, as his side lost momentum and settled on the draw. Oscar Valentin is now up to a total of five shots and three shots on goal through nine appearances on the season.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Secures contract extension Valentin signed a contract extension with Rayo Vallecano through 2027 on Wednesday.

Impact Valentin has started each of the club's first four contests this season in which he registered two shots (one on target), 12 tackles (eight won) and three chances created. The defensive midfielder should continue to feature prominently in the starting XI moving forward and should rack up plenty of defensive stats.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another season as starter Valentin kept three clean sheets in 34 La Liga appearances (29 starts) this campaign for Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Valentin posted a very similar stat line to 2021/22 this season, finishing with 13 shots, 19 assists, 44 interceptions and no goals or assists from defensive midfield. The 28-year-old should continue as a regular starter in the next campaign, though his midfield partner Santi Comesana is leaving the club.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Valentin will be available for selection in Wednesday's clash against Real Madrid after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Valentin was suspended for Sunday's defeat against Espanyol for yellow card accumulation, but he is likely to return to the XI in defensive midfield to take on Madrid in midweek.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Oscar Valentin recorded five tackles (one won) and two clearances in Monday's 3-1 defeat to Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 7th minute.

Impact Oscar Valentin was shown his 10th yellow card and is set to serve a one-match suspension. He's started eight times in the last nine games, totaling 20 tackles (nine won) and 12 interceptions in that span. Pathe Ciss could be an option to start Sunday in his place.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On yellow card watch Oscar Valentin generated two tackles (zero won) and four interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 69th minute.

Impact Oscar Valentin produced a season-high of crosses to bring him to 37 on the year, and is just two away from his career high total. He is also averaging 2.7 tackles a match after generating 12 (seven won) in the last five games. However, he is just one yellow card away from serving another one-match ban for yellow card accumulation.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Almeria Valentin (ribs) was named to the starting XI versus Almeria on Monday.

Impact Valentin returns to the starting XI having missed the club's previous two contests due to his rib injury. Given his more defensive role, he has zero shots on target this season, the midfielder probably shouldn't be expected to offer much more than mid-range fantasy value, except perhaps in formats that heavily value defensive stats.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Major doubt with rib issue Valentin is a major doubt for Monday's trip to Villarreal due to a rib injury. PxR reports.

Impact Valentin is a doubt with a rib Injury he picked up against Valladolid. The defensive midfielder would be a major loss, though this type of rib injurycould be lingering and put Valentin in doubt for multiple weeks.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in win Valentin took a shot and created two chances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Sevilla. He also made three clearances, two interceptions and won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Valentin played well on both sides of the ball as his side shut out Sevilla on Saturday. He's started in nine of his side's last 10 matches in defensive midfield, taking seven shots and creating eight chances in that span.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles in loss Valentin made an interception and won three of six tackles in last week's 4-2 defeat against Levante.

Impact Valentin made 35 appearances (29 starts) for Rayo in what was his first La Liga campaign. The 27-year-old formed a solid defensive midfield pairing with Santi Comesana.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Sociedad Valentin (strain) is in Rayo's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad.

Impact Valentin was subbed out in the second half of last weekend's victory over Barcelona with a muscular injury, but he has recovered enough to be included in the squad on Sunday, and he could see some playing time off the bench.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early in win Valentin left in the 67th minute of Sunday's 1-0 win over Barcelona with a muscular problem, according to Jesus Garzon of Union Rayo.

Impact Valentin made two interceptions but completed the fewest passes (16) of any appearance dating back to October of 2021 before his departure. He now has until Sunday's visit from Real Sociedad to work on his fitness and Oscar Trejo replaced him during the impressive win over Barca.

APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in Copa del Rey Valentin (ankle) started and played the full 90 minutes of Thursday's Copa del Rey semifinal second leg against Betis.

Impact Valentin had to come off early in last weekend's loss against Real Madrid with an ankle injury, but he looked fine Thursday and should be available against Cadiz on Sunday as well.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Real Madrid Valentin was subbed out in the 65th minute of Saturday's defeat against Real Madrid after suffering an ankle injury. He took a shot, made two interceptions and won two of two tackl...

Impact Valentin was on the wrong end of a strong tackle from Casemiro on Sunday and he suffered an ankle injury. He was replaced in the game by Pathe Ciss, but he will have a week to try and recover before Rayo's next game against Cadiz.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow card Valentin made six tackles (one won) and two interceptions and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 1-1 draw to Betis.

Impact Valentin had a good defensive outing, leading his side in tackles during the home draw. The defensive midfielder also received his fifth yellow card of the season, though. He is suspended for their visit to Barcelona on Jan 19 and will be eligible to return when they host Athletic on Jan 23.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles in win Valentin created one chance, made four tackles (three won), one clearance and two interceptions and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 1-0 win over Espanyol.

Impact Valentin has a nice outing here, making life easier for the defensive line and being a huge reason why his side was able to withstand during the second half. With 12 tackles and five interceptions over his last three starts, the midfielder will probably be in very high demand during next Sunday's visit to Villarreal.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE