Impact de Tomas makes the bench for just the second time this season, returning after missing mid week action against Barcelona entirely. The forward has yet to debut this season as he continues to deal with health issues.
AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE
Among substitutes Saturday de Tomas (undisclosed) is on the bench for Rayo during Saturday's clash with Espanyol.
Could play Saturday De Tomas (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Inigo Perez. "It comes from a week with discomfort, but he has joined the team. T...
Impact De Tomas has been on the team sheets this season but has been unable to play as he deals with undisclosed issues. However, the forward is on the mend, as he could be an option after rejoining the group this week. If this is the case, this is great news, as he is set to be a regular starter once fit, although he will likely lineup on the bench to begin Saturday if an option.
AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE
Available to face Getafe De Tomas (undisclosed) is on the bench during Saturday's match against Getafe.
Impact De Tomas returns to the squad after missing last week's season opener against Real Sociedad. The forward had just three goal involvements across 25 appearances last year for Rayo.
AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Saturday De Tomas (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Getafe, according to manager Inigo Perez. "There is one more training session left and we will see how De Tomas...
Impact De Tomas could make his return in the club's second match of the season after missing the season opener, with his availability up in the air right now. He will be tested out at their final training session ahead of the match, with the decision to play him likely being made then. He started in 15 of his 25 appearances last season, so the club will hope to have him available as a solid rotational player off the bench.
AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE
Won't feature in friendly Saturday De Tomas is dealing with a minor muscular problem and won't be available for Saturday's friendly match against Wolverhampton, according to Union Rayo.
Impact The injury is not expected to be serious, and De Tomas shouldn't have issues to be available for the Aug. 18 season opener at Real Sociedad. Rayo are simply being extra cautious with a player that figures to be a regular in 2024/25, as De Tomas is likely to open the campaign as the starter upfront.
AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE
Back from suspension De Tomas completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Getafe on April 13.
Impact The veteran striker will be eligible to face Getafe once the Liga campaign resumes in the second week of April, though it's uncertain if he'll start. Sergio Camello has been playing well upfront, and de Tomas is going through a four-game scoring drought. Even if he's available off the bench, his return gives Rayo another reliable scoring alternative upfront.
APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE
Shown fifth yellow in win de Tomas was given a yellow card in the 28th minute of Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Betis, his fifth of the season which results in a one-match suspension.
Impact de Tomas committed a bad foul in the first half which earned him his fifth yellow card of the season, making him ineligible for the next match on March 31 at Celta Vigo. He did not do much else in Sunday's match, contributing one off-target shot and one tackle before being subbed off in the 60th minute for eventual goal scorer Sergio Camello.
MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE
Nets goal de Tomas scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.
Impact De Tomas got his first start since Dec 19 while scoring the lone goal for the team. It was also his first goal of the season, having struggled to find playing time since making the move to Rayo Vallecano last campaign. The forward only scored five goals since the 2022/23 season while totaling 17 goals when he was with Espanyol during the 2021/22 campaign.
FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Takes two shots, can't score De Tomas generated two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 loss to Osasuna.
Impact De Tomas had the task of leading Rayo's attacking line but was unable to do so, and the veteran forward struggled to make a significant impact in the final meters despite tallying two shots and one chance created. He should remain Rayo's main attacking threat, but the fact that he's yet to find the back of the net in the 2023-24 season isn't ideal for his fantasy projections going forward.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Four shots in return de Tomas had four shots (three on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Monday's 0-0 draw versus Celta Vigo.
Impact After not playing in the last three matches (dating back to Nov. 5), de Tomas returned to the pitch Monday with a season high three shots on target (four total). While all of those shots were saved by Vicente Guaita, it was still good to see de Tomas finding himself in scoring positions during his 71 minutes of action.
DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back to major role de Tomas started four of five matches before the international break, assisting once.
Impact de Tomas struggled with fitness early in the season, ending up with a few bench appearances. Now that he seems to be fit once more, de Tomas has played a major role of late, including starting four matches in a row before the international break. de Tomas's floor is somewhat limited by the attack around him, but he has upside with these minutes.
NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Notches second assist de Tomas assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Sevilla.
Impact de Tomas assisted on his team's second goal of the match, as he set up Alvaro Garcia for a shot from the center of the box, following a fast break. de Tomas did not make any further impositions on the defense, before being subbed out in the 69th minute. The assist marked the second of the year for de Tomas, who has also accounted for a total of four chances created.
OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists as substitute de Tomas had an assist while creating two chances during Monday's 2-0 win over Granada.
Impact de Tomas entered the match in the 66th minute and set up Pathe Ciss in the 79th assisting Rayo's second goal of the match. The forward scored four goals in 19 appearances last campaign, but seems to be a backup option to Randy Nteka and Radamel Falcao in the center of Rayo's attack.
AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
On bench Monday Tomas (calf) was included in the match-day squad versus Granada on Monday.
Impact Tomas has been limited in training but seems to be at least fit enough to be available off the bench. In his 19 appearances for the club last season, the forward made just nine starts, so even when fit, he is far from a lock for the starting XI. Still, when he does see minutes, Tomas has shown a decent offensive upside, scoring four goals on 43 shots (16 on target) during the previous campaign.
AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Not yet training De Tomas (calf) remains absent from training Friday, according to Union Rayo.
Impact De Tomas could be set for a second match in a row on the sideline due to a calf injury. The striker missed the season opener due to the injury that was deemed to be purely pain management according to head coach Francisco Rodriguez. The forward's timeline for a return remains uncertain though he could end up behind Radamel Falcao on the depth chart even when fit.
AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out for season opener De Tomas (calf) is out for Friday's trip to Almeria, according to manager Francisco Rodriguez.
Impact De Tomas is set to miss Friday's season opener as he deals with a calf injury that has caused him pain for almost a month. It's purely a pain management issue, meaning the timeline for his return is uncertain. If can get back to full training de Tomas could return as soon as an Aug. 21 trip to Granada. Radamel Falcao will get the start for Friday's La Liga opener.
AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ends season as starter De Tomas scored four goals from 22 shots (nine on target) across Rayo's final six matches of the campaign from May onwards.
Impact De Tomas missed the entire first half of the season due to drama at his previous club Espanyol and he wasn't able to join up with Rayo until January. The 28-year-old did not return to action in the best of form right away, but he finished the campaign strong with five of his nine starts and all four of his goals coming in that final-month stretch. He is likely to begin 2023/24 as the first-choice striker.
JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Keeps goal streak going de Tomas scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68...
Impact de Tomas extended his goal-scoring streak to three games with another goal during Sunday's win. The striker is up to four goals in his past five matches, finally living up to what was hoped for after his 17-goal 2021/22. de Tomas will hope to end the season on a high note during Sunday's trip to Mallorca.
MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores off bench in loss de Tomas scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 loss versus Real Madrid.
Impact de Tomas scored Wednesday, an 84th minute strike assisted by Pep Chavarria to briefly tie the match at 1-1. He now has three goals in his four appearances in May after having zero goals when the month started. He finished the match with two shots (one on target) in his 21 minutes off the bench.
MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores penalty De Tomas scored once from seven shots (four on target) and created one chance in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Espanol.
Impact De Tomas managed a season high of seven shots and was unlucky not to score more than once. The goal was his second since returning to Rayo Vallecano from Espanyol and the striker opted not to celebrate against his former club. He has started the last three games, managing 13 shots (five on target).
MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores first goal of season de Tomas scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Thursday's 2-1 win over Valladolid.
Impact de Tomas found the back of the net in the 48th minute, opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the first of the season in 14 appearances for the forward.
MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Takes three shots off bench De Tomas subbed into Sunday's match against Athletic Club in the 66th minute, taking three shots (two on target) in the 0-0 draw.
Impact De Tomas has taken 12 shots (five on target) across his last five La Liga appearances since the start of February, despite starting in only one of them and playing just 127 minutes in total during that span.
MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Records three shots De Tomas recorded three shots (zero on target) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Cadiz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.
Impact De Tomas appeared in the starting XI for the first time this season and made a good effort with three shots Saturday. He would have been a regular starter if it wasn't for injuries keeping him off the pitch. If he can stay healthy and regain fitness, the forward will have a chance to challenge playing time with Radamel Falcao.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Included in match-day squad De Tomas (strain) will be available off the bench versus Villarreal on Monday.
Impact De Tomas has played in just one match for the club this season, a 28-minute substitute outing versus Real Betis on Jan. 8. Considering the forward started all but one of his 34 appearances for Espanyol last season, he should be in contention for the starting XI if he can ever manage to stay healthy.
JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Saturday de Tomas will not be available against Valladolid on Saturday. Manager Andoni Iraola told reporters, "As for casualties, the only one who won't be there is RDT. He continues with t...
Impact de Tomas was coming off his first appearance of the season in a 28-minute substitute outing versus Betis on Sunday but now finds himself back on the shelf, this time due to injury. Once cleared to play, de Tomas should be in the mix for regular minutes with his Rayo Vallecano return.
JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
