SAMU CASTILLEJO NEWS

Not returning against Lazio Castillejo (knee) is still out, coach Davide Ballardini informed.

Impact Castillejo will be sidelined for the seventh consecutive bout, finishing a lackluster loan spell with six shots (two on target), 15 key passes and 34 crosses (seven accurate) and no goal contributions in 17 appearances (six starts). He'll head back to Valencia following the relegation.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Castillejo will sit Sunday's clash with Milan due to knee pain, coach Davide Ballardini announced.

Impact Castillejo will be held out due to some discomfort stemming from a sore ligament and might be forced to miss more fixtures to let it heal. However, he has played very little as of late, logging just 41 minutes through two appearances in the last couple of months. Gregoire Defrel, Nedim Bajrami and Cristian Volpato have routinely starred over him on the right wing.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Torino Castillejo (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Torino.

Impact Castillejo is making his return to play Saturday after missing the club's last contest due to an illness. The attacker lines up on the bench after reaching full fitness, most likely remaining here for future matches, as he has mainly served in a rotational role this season, only starting six times all season.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Torino match Castillejo (thigh) "started the week working on the side, but then he re-joined the group and so he will be available Saturday," coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Castilejo was a late scratch for the past game, but his issue was minor. He might get the nod despite the hiccup since Domenico Berardi (knee) and Cristian Volpato (thigh) are hurt. Nedim Bajrami and Emil Ceide are the other options are the position.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Bologna game Castillejo will miss Saturday's match versus Bologna due to a late muscular problem, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Castillejo was expected to replace Domenico Berardi, but he's on the stand instead. Cristian Volpato is playing on the right wing from the start.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Passable against Salernitana Castillejo generated two shots (one on goal), nine crosses (two accurate), four chances created, and four corners in Friday's 2-2 draw against Salernitana.

Impact Castillejo was fielded over Armand Lauriente and Nedim Bajrami and put together a respectable showing, picking up stats in multiple offensive categories. His playing time has been seesawing, but he can feature in a few roles. He has notched four shots (one on target), seven key passes, and 15 crosses (five accurate) in his last four appearances.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fairly quiet in first start Samu Castillejo generated two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Castillejo created one chance and had a couple shots but wasn't much of a threat to Lecce on Friday. He has primarily played from the bench this season despite starting for the first time today and will likely continue in that role.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Serie A Castillejo has joined Sassuolo on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Valencia, the club announced.

Impact Castilejo bounced back in Spain after being an afterthought at Milan for a couple of seasons, recording four goals, 37 shots (11 on target), 30 chances created, and 87 crosses (23 accurate) in 25 appearances (17 starts). He'll be the top backup on either offensive wing.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores four in debut season Castillejo scored four goals on 37 shots and recorded 87 crosses in 25 appearances (17 starts) this past season.

Impact Castillejo scored four goals this past season in his return to La Liga, his most goals in a domestic league season since the 2018-2019 season with AC Milan. He also created 30 chances, recorded 87 crosses (23 accurate) and 40 corners. If he can play more matches next season, he could be in for more production.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in seven crosses as sub Samu Castillejo recorded one shot (one on goal), three chances created, seven crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Cadiz. In addition, he was giv...

Impact Samu Castillejo returned after missing two games with an undisclosed and subbed on in the second half. The forward registered the second-most chances created and crosses for his side despite his limited time in the field. He also received his seventh yellow card in the season, though.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Cadiz Castillejo is fit and in the match day squad to face Cadiz on Sunday.

Impact Castillejo returns from an undisclosed injury which kept him out of mid week action against Valldolid. The attacker starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Castillejo (undisclosed) was not named to the match-day squad versus Valladolid on Thursday.

Impact Castillejo will miss his second consecutive contest due to his undisclosed injury. Prior to his absence, the forward has started two straight in which he registered one goal on three shots (two on target), 12 crosses (two accurate) and six corners. Given his role with corners, Castillejo should offer decent fantasy production once cleared to return.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Thursday Castillejo (undisclosed) will be a late call for Thursday's clash with Valladolid, according to manager Ruben Baraja. "He's been working on his recovery. Until today we won't know...

Impact Castillejo sat out last match with an undisclosed and will be a late fitness test for Thursday. He has gotten the start four times in the last seven matches, totaling a goal with 34 crosses (11 accurate) in that span. If he is ruled out, then Samuel Lino could pair up with Edinson Cavani up top, with Andre Almeida, Yunus Musah and Nico the expected lineup in the midfield.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Castillejo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Almeria.

Impact Castillejo has two goals across his last four games started. Castillejo may continue to operate on a sporadic basis, but his recent form suggests he is what the team needs, as his scoring can help it escape the relegation zone Valencia just entered Sunday.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Castillejo created three chances, sent in seven crosses (four crosses) and drew one foul during Saturday's 1-0 win over Osasuna.

Impact Castillejo remained on his recent routine of going in and out of the starting XI, this time playing from the opening whistle and being very dangerous as a set pieces taker. However, this wasn't enough for him to avoid being subbed off just before the hour mark. As of late, Castillejo's impact has been mostly from free-kick or corner-kick crosses but, with just one appearance on the scoresheet since September, there's not much appeal on picking him for fantasy teams right now.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Castillejo took two shots (one on target), created one chance, sent in two inaccurate crosses and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 1-0 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Castillejo had a good outing before subbing off in the second half. The forward led his side in shots, despite playing only 63 minutes, to help them earn three points. He also received his sixth yellow card of the season in the proccess.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Castillejo (suspension) is back in the lineup for Saturday's match versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Castillejo completed his one match suspension for yellow card accumulation and is back in the wing against Real Sociedad. He has started in the last three games played while generating one goal on six shots (two on target) and 14 crosses (two accurate) in that span.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Bilbao Castillejo took four shots (two on target) and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Athletic Club. He also won four of four tackles in the match.

Impact Castillejo opened the scoring Saturday with his third goal of the season, and his first since mid-September. He has started six of Valencia's last eight La Liga matches on the right wing.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Girona Castillejo is fit and in the match day squad to face Girona on Sunday.

Impact Castillejo returns from an undisclosed injury suffered on Thursday against Real Madrid. The attacker starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Castillejo (undisclosed) came off with an apparent injury during the second half of Thursday's clash with Real Madrid.

Impact Castillejo was brought off during the second half with apparent discomfort. The forward was replaced by Marcos Andre, who could see more playing time if Castillejo is sidelined. Castillejo's first chance to return is a Sunday trip to Girona on short rest.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active display against Valladolid Castillejo had two off-target shots, created three chances, sent in nine crosses (two accurate) and drew three fouls during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Valladolid.

Impact Castillejo was back in the starting XI and this time made most of the opportunity, racking up a season-high nine crosses while matching his best mark of the campaign in chances created. Unfortunately for him and for Valencia, his teammates couldn't capitalize these opportunities into goals. Anyway, the playmaker showed what he's capable of and that should be enough for him to remain in the lineup for Thursday's visit to Real Madrid.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Cup Castillejo (wrist) started during Thursday's Copa del Rey clash with Athletic.

Impact Castillejo started in the Copa del Rey on Thursday. The forward is playing in a wrist brace, but should be fully available to play moving forward.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers broken wrist Castillejo is expected to miss around two months with a broken wrist he sustained in Friday's defeat against Cadiz, Marca reports.

Impact Castillejo has started Valencia's last three La Liga games on the right wing, but he is set for a spell on the sidelines now after this nasty injury to his wrist. Justin Kluivert is likely to replace him in the position until he can return, which is anticipated to be in early March.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Castillejo (undisclosed) participated in Wednesday's training session, according to David Torres of EL Desmarque.

Impact Castillejo started once in three November games before the World Cup but dealt with injury in October and finished the first half of the season hurt. He'll now expect to be back and starting by Dec. 31 against Villarreal.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE