RAUL DE TOMAS NEWS

Available for season debut de Tomas is in the match day squad to face Real Betis on Sunday.

Impact de Tomas could potentially feature for the first time this season after officially joining Rayo Vallecano since his transfer was announced in September. de Tomas sat out the entire first half of the season with Espanyol, so if he appears Sunday it'll be his season debut.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out De Tomas (undisclosed) is out for Friday's match against Rayo Vallecano, according to manager Diego Martinez via La Grada.

Impact De Tomas continues to pursue a transfer away but remains hurt so his absence is to be expected. This will give Joselu another start as the top striker against a tough visiting side that held Barcelona scoreless in their first match.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Celta De Tomas will miss Saturday's match at Celta Vigo due to an injury, according to manager Diego Martinez.

Impact De Tomas is also awaiting news on a potential transfer but an injury has ruled him out regardless. This plants Joselu as the top option at striker, a role which he should hold more tightly if de Tomas does leave.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still training separately De Tomas trained separately during Wednesday's session, according to La Grada.

Impact De Tomas was not the only player to be forced to a side pitch despite no fitness issues, as manager Diego Martinez has seemingly made it clear he doesn't expect most of them to stick around this season. If this situation keeps up next week ahead of the Aug. 13 opener at Celta Vigo, expect Joselu to be the lead striker going forward.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Missing friendlies De Tomas will miss two friendlies against Linense and Brighton, according to La Grada.

Impact De Tomas shouldn't be injured, but keeping him rested could take away some of the distractions related to transfer rumors as well. With Joselu now at the club, losing de Tomas wouldn't be the end of the world, but it would still be a big loss. The first game of the season is Aug. 13 at Celta Vigo.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Season now over De Tomas scored 17 goals and logged three assists in 34 appearances after missing Sunday's season-ending draw with Granada.

Impact De Tomas was stuck suspended for the finale and ended second-place on the scoring charts among Spanish players. No matter where or for whom he next plays, a good start to the coming season could see him sneak into the World Cup roster as well.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, picks up fifth yellow De Tomas scored one goal on his only shot and picked up his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Valencia. As a result, he'll miss Sunday's trip to Grana...

Impact Without an appeal, de Tomas will see his season cut short by one match after accumulating his fifth yellow card. With 17 goals and three assists in 34 games (33 starts), de Tomas was one of the best strikers in Spain and could easily improve his stock for the World Cup with a solid summer.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in loss Tomas scored from the penalty spot with his one shot on target in Espanyol's 2-1 loss to Alaves on Wednesday.

Impact Tomas scored from the penalty spot to bring his goal tally to 16. He has also made four assists. His recent scoring rate has been poor. The regular starter has only scored three goals in the last 11 games and this was his first strike in four games.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw De Tomas had three off-target shots and created one chance during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact De Tomas had some opportunities here, the biggest of them coming in the closing minutes of the match. But accuracy once again wasn't there for the striker, who scored just two goals over his last 10 appearances after finding the back of the net 13 times in the first 22 matches. De Tomas will try to bounce back during Wednesday's visit to Alaves.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in loss De Tomas took four shots (one on target) in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact De Tomas was a bright spot for Espanyol on Saturday, but his side never seriously threatened to spoil Madrid's night as they clinched the La Liga title. De Tomas has had a pretty good campaign himself however with 15 goals so far, and he'll want to add to that tally next weekend against Osasuna, which have conceded 44 times in 33 matches this season.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, commits PK in loss De Tomas scored a goal off four shots (two on target), created one chance, drew five fouls and committed a penalty during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact De Tomas had another very productive offensive performance for Espanyol, scoring his side's lone goal with a free-kick shot in the 74th minute and being involved in many other dangerous plays. But the forward flipped from hero to villain deep into second half's stoppage time as he accidentally handballed inside his box and committed the penalty that led to the game-winning goal for the opposition. With 15 goals over 29 league appearances this season, RDT will try to bounce back during Thursday's home clash against Rayo Vallecano.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday de Tomas is fit and in the starting Xi for Sunday's match with Celta Vigo.

Impact de Tomas returns after missing out on last week's match due to a shoulder injury. The forward returns to lead the line for Espanyol for their La Liga clash with Celta Vigo.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with shoulder injury De Tomas missed Monday's defeat against Real Sociedad with a shoulder injury, according to Javier Alfaro of Mundo Deportivo.

Impact This was just the third La Liga game De Tomas has missed all season, and he will hope to be fit again by next weekend's clash against Celta Vigo. Loren Moron filled in for him up front against Sociedad.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Mallorca De Tomas scored a goal off five shots (three on target), created one chance and drew two fouls during Sunday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact De Tomas was coming off his biggest scoring drought of the season but had a great performance here, scoring the lone goal of the match in the 42nd minute after picking up a brilliant through ball by Sergi Darder and being very close to extend his side's lead a couple of times. The forward is having a career season with Espanyol, having scored 14 goals over 27 league appearances so far. Up next for R.D.T. is Apr. 4 visit to Real Sociedad.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet performance in loss De Tomas had one shot on goal and created one chance during Sunday's 5-1 loss against Villarreal.

Impact De Tomas was mostly held in check by opposing defenders. But in the 65th minute the forward had his hand on his side's consolation goal, forcing the goalkeeper to make a tough save with a header, with the rebound being sent home by Keidi Bare. Despite the quiet outing here, RDT is having an outstanding campaign, with 13 goals and three assists over 24 starts. Up next for him is Saturday's home match against Getafe.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Sevilla De Tomas logged two shots (one on target), one chance created, two crosses (one accurate) and a yellow card in Sunday's 1-1 draw to Sevilla.

Impact De Tomas had a quiet outing, but still co-led his side in shots during the home draw. The forward has 13 goals in the season, but also received his fourth yellow card. He will now need to be careful at Villarreal on Sunday to avoid a suspension.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in draw de Tomas scored once and provided one assist during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Barcelona.

Impact de Tomas scored once on the return from his suspension and added an assist in the draw. The forward looked straight away at his best, and controlled the match well. De Tomas has another tough match with Sevilla next time out, where he will need to be at his best to have fantasy relevance.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension concludes De Tomas has completed his suspension after being sent off against Betis.

Impact De Tomas has served his suspension and is eligible for selection once more. The forward is the leading striker for Espanyol, and is a strong fantasy option with starting due to his somewhat unexpected red hot form before his suspension. If he can keep that form going he will remain a top fantasy play, despite the uncertain situation around him.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in fourth straight, sent off De Tomas scored one goal from two shots (two on goal) and was sent off after 81 minutes of Friday's 4-1 loss to Betis.

Impact De Tomas has scored in four straight starts and in five of his last six matches, which is a perfect turnaround after scoring just one in five games between Nov 20 and Dec 17. As two of the goals in this streak came from penalties, there's no guarantee of his numbers holding up all of the time, but it's still important when he finds the net no matter the opponent. After skipping the next match against Athletic, de Tomas will hope to return in the derby against Barcelona. In his absence Landry Dimata could make a rare start.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Cadiz De Tomas scored a goal and created a chance in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Cadiz. He also made a clearance, and he took four shots (three on target) overall in the match.

Impact De Tomas dramatically equalized Tuesday's game in the 96th minute with his 11th goal of the season. He has netted in four of his last five La Liga games and is hot heading into Friday's clash against third-placed Betis, which have conceded 24 times in 21 matches.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from spot in loss De Tomas scored one penalty goal from six shots (two on goal) and conceded a yellow card during Monday's 2-1 loss to Elche.

Impact De Tomas has scored three times in his last four starts and two have come from the penalty spot. While the goal still makes a big difference, relying on penalties isn't a good way to maintain solid production and value. With this in mind, he'll next. face Cadiz, which have conceded the second-most goals in La Liga.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores pen in win De Tomas scored one penalty goal from five shots (two on goal) during Friday's 2-1 win over Valencia.

Impact De Tomas has scored twice in his last three matches after going scoreless in the three games before this current run. Penalties always help keep a striker in form, so de Tomas still fits in with the best at his position across the league if he can keep up the pace. He'll next get a couple of favorable matchups against Elche and Cadiz, which rank among the worst defensive sides in the league.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss De Tomas took a shot and created a chance in Friday's 3-1 victory against Celta Vigo.

Impact De Tomas wasn't too effective against Celta on Friday, and he's scored just one goal in five matches since being called up to the Spanish National Team in November. He has a few weeks break before the next game against Valencia (which have conceded 23 goals in 17 matches this season) on Dec. 31.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win De Tomas scored a goal off four shots (two on target), created two chances and drew two fouls during Saturday's 4-3 win over Levante.

Impact De Tomas put to an end his three-game scoring drought in the 49th minute, drawing things level at 2-2 with a one-timed shot after a cross from the right. The forward is enjoying a spectacular season so far with eight goals and two assists over 16 starts and will try to keep adding to his tally during Friday's visit to Celta Vigo.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss De Tomas had two shots (one on target), created one chance, made two tackles (both won) and drew two fouls during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact De Tomas almost opened the scoring for Espanyol with a header that was amazingly saved by the opposing goalkeeper in the 24th minute, but couldn't produce anything noteworthy during the rest of the match. This was the third consecutive match without a goal for RDT, who had scored seven goals over the nine games prior to the current drought. The forward will try to bounce back during Saturday's home clash against Levante.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE