INIGO RUIZ DE GALARRETA NEWS

Assists as substitute Galarreta had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once accurately and making two tackles (winning both) during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Valladolid.

Impact Galarreta entered the match at halftime and set up Gorka Guruzeta for the game tying goal in stoppage time while leading Athletic Club with two tackles. The assist was the first goal involvement this season for Galarreta who had started seven straight matches in all competitions prior to Sunday's fixture.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in season debut Galarreta (strain) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Galarreta returns from a muscle strain which has kept him out of action the entire season thus far. The midfielder starts in his season debut partnering Mikel Jauregizar in the defensive portion of Athletic's midfield.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Left out against Getafe Galarreta (strain) is out for Thursday's match against Getafe.

Impact Galarreta was close to a return but was not fit enough to compete Thursday, with a failed fitness test likely leading to his absence after being questionable. He is expected to be a regular starter for the club, so this is a somewhat concerning loss. However, he was close to a return which is positive news, possibly getting back on the field in their next contest.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Galarreta (strain) trained by himself Tuesday, according to his club.

Impact Galarreta went down with an injury just over a week ago while in training, having picked up an issue in his muscles. However, he is now training again, with the player getting in work individually to the side. This is positive news but still leaves the player in limbo, as it is now known if he will be fit for their season opener against Getafe on Thursday, with most leaning towards the midfielder being left out.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined during training Galarreta was left on the sideline at training Friday, according to El Chiringuito TV.

Impact Galarreta had no prior notice of an injury but after being left out of training Friday, it appears he is dealing with an undisclosed issue. This will be something to monitor heading into the new season, as opening day is only two weeks away. He is a regular starter, starting in 25 of his 29 appearances last campaign, so the club will hope for him to reach full fitness ahead of the new campaign.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench De Galarreta (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash with Celta Vigo.

Impact De Galarreta is back on the bench Wednesday after overcoming a thigh issue. He took part in training earlier in the week, though in a reduced capacity. With only partial training under his belt it's likely he's limited to a few second half minutes Wednesday.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Celta match Galarreta (thigh) is in question for Wednesday's match against Celta Vigo, according to manager Ernesto Valverde. "Galarreta did half of the training yesterday and we hope he can d...

Impact Galarreta will be a game-time call for Wednesday's match, as he is still dealing with his thigh issues and has yet to get into full training. He will likely face a fitness test to decide his availability. If fit, the best he will probably do is a spot on the bench, as the club will not want to rush him out on the field after just barely making the team sheet.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Seen with group De Galarreta (thigh) was seen back with the group Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against Osasuna, per El Chiringuito TV.

Impact This is good news for De Galarreta, who had to miss the last match with a thigh injury. If the midfielder passes fitness, he is set to return to the lineup for Athletic in the defensive midfield, after having started nine of the last 10 games, recording 16 crosses (five won), 19 tackles and six clearances in that span.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Getafe e Galarreta won't be an option for Friday's match against Getafe due to a thigh issue, according to manager Ernesto Valverde. "Galarreta and Sancet are not going to be there."

Impact De Galarreta is heading back to the sidelines two matches after returning from a suspension, as he is out due to a thigh issue he picked up in training. This will leave the club in a tough spot, as he is a regular starter when fit, with Mikel Vesga being his likely replacement. He will now hope to not miss much time with the issue, with his next chance to return being against Osasuna on May 11.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Completes one-game suspension Ruiz de Galarreta completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to face Granada on Friday.

Impact The central midfielder has been a regular starter for Athletic Club this season, featuring in the XI in all but three of his 24 league appearances. He should slot right back in central midfield, possibly alongside Benat Prados, for the match against Granada on Friday, but his fantasy upside shouldn't be too high due to the nature of his role.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sees fifth yellow of season Sunday Ruiz de Galarreta picked up his fifth yellow card of the season against Real Madrid on Sunday, earning a one-game suspension. He played 33 minutes off the bench and only registered...

Impact The central midfielder couldn't make an impact against Real Madrid when coming off the bench, and to make things even worse, the lone foul he committed resulted in him being suspended for the Villarreal match on April 14. The earliest he'll return to action in league play will come against Granada on April 19.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five tackles versus Las Palmas De Galarreta sent in two crosses (one accurate) and made five tackles (four won), two clearances and one block during Sunday's 2-0 win over Las Palmas.

Impact De Galarreta returned to the starting XI after coming off the bench in the previous match and once again displayed a lot of hustle in the middle of the park, racking up a season high four tackles won to help the defensive line to hold the opposition scoreless for the second consecutive match. With nine tackles over his last two starts, De Galarreta still needs to contribute more regularly on the attacking end to be considered an attractive fantasy alternative.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles De Galarreta generated four tackles (two won) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Barcelona.

Impact De Galarreta only had 27 minutes of play Sunday and managed to record four tackles in the process. He's generated 13 in the last eight matches played, starting in six of those games in the defensive midfield.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts six crosses Ruiz de Galarreta registered six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Friday's 4-0 victory against Mallorca.

Impact Despite logging an assist during his first La Liga game of 2024, the defensive midfielder's remaining January output left much to be desired. But with Athletic's first game of February, he stepped up with a handful of crosses and corners. The midfielder is back in good form and will look to prevent his January problem from recurring.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist De Galarreta assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 2-0 victory versus Sevilla.

Impact De Galarreta marked his return from a two-game absence by logging the assist to Athletic Club's first 2024 goal, scored by Mikel Vesga. It was de Galarreta's first assist since April 23, when he was still part of Mallorca.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Sevilla De Galarreta (calf) is in the starting lineup to face Sevilla on Thursday.

Impact The central midfielder was training with no problems earlier in the week, so it's not surprising to see him in the starting lineup to face Sevilla. He'll slot in his regular central midfield role alongside Mikel Vesga.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Training well Ruiz de Galarreta (calf) has been "training normal" ahead of Thursday's clash against Sevilla, according to manager Ernesto Valverde.

Impact Ruiz de Galarreta could see a return to the starting XI Thursday after missing the last two matches with a calf injury. He has been competing with both Ander Herrera and Bernat Prados Diaz for playing time in the defensive midfield, scoring once during his previous seven games, all of them coming as starts.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle injury Galarreta may be heading for some time on the sideline after picking up a muscle injury, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Galarreta is the newest Athletic player to pick up an injury, having suffered a knock to a muscle in his calf. This is an unfortunate loss for the club, as the midfielder has been a regular starter this season, starting in all but three of their matches this season. The cub is still awaiting further testing on the injury but will hope it is only minor. Expect Ander Herrera to get the start if Galarreta misses any time with the knock.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two-way impact against Villarreal Ruiz de Galarreta scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 victory against Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact de Galarreta scored the opening goal inside of two minutes in this one and made a season-high five tackles (two won) to cap off an impressive display at both ends. Next up is Celta Vigo on Friday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes 67 minutes Sunday Ruiz de Galarreta had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Galarreta was back in action Sunday after missing the last three matches with a calf injury. He's started all seven games played thus far, logging in 15 crosses (five accurate) and eight tackles (six won) in that span.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start Galarreta (calf) is in the lineup during Sunday's clash with Barcelona.

Impact Galarreta got the start with Ander Herrera picking up a strain during warm ups. He also had missed the last three games with a calf injury. The midfielder has started all seven matches played since joining the side from Mallroca in June.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Calf injury confirmed Galarreta underwent test that revealed that he suffered a moderate muscle injury to his left calf during Friday's 2-0 win over Alaves.

Impact Galarreta is set for some time on the sidelines after picking up a significant calf injury Friday. He had started all six matches for team thus far, which means that Dani Garcia could get the start if the midfield in his absence.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off late Galarreta was forced off late with an apparent injury during Friday's clash with Alaves.

Impact Galarreta made it 82 minutes before being forced off due to some discomfort. The injury didn't appear to be major for Galarreta so the hope will that he can back on the pitch for a mid-week clash with Getafe. If he can't then Dani Garcia, who replace him, could see a run in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Athletic De Galarreta has signed a two-year contract with Bilbao after transferring from Mallorca, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact De Galarreta made nine appearances in all competitions for Athletic Club's senior team from 2011-2013 after coming up through the academy, and he's now returning to his boyhood club. The 29-year-old midfielder has made 52 La Liga appearances (45 starts) across the last two seasons with Mallorca, recording one assist during a win over Getafe in April.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Rayo De Galarreta (undisclosed) is in Mallorca's starting lineup for Sunday's season finale against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact De Galarreta returns to the XI in midfield Sunday after recovering from an injury that had forced him to miss his side's last three matches heading into the season finale.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE