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Dealing with soleus injury Costa suffered a soleus injury and will miss several weeks, manager Jagoba Arrasate told media Friday. "He's dealing with a soleus injury and I'm not sure how long he'll be sidelin...

Impact Costa has been a key play for Mallorca this season, starting in each of his 16 league appearances and logging 1,370 minutes with two assists, 11 chances created, 42 tackles and 41 clearances as a central midfielder. Manu Morlanes, Omar Mascarell and Antonio Sanchez are all expected to see more minutes in midfield while Costa is sidelined.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Saturday Costa assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Las Palmas.

Impact Costa was the architect of a set-piece play inside the six-yard box, and his touch allowed Johan Mojica to strike the ball cleanly from close range to drill the game-winning goal. Costa has two assists in 13 starts this season, but the holding midfielder doesn't carry a lot of fantasy upside due to his relatively defensive-minded role.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension ends Costa has completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Costa missed the 1-0 loss to Alaves due to the red card he received in the 0-0 draw vs. Athletic Club on Oct. 28, but the Portugal midfielder should return to the side for the tilt vs. Atletico. Costa has started in every game for Mallorca this season, and that's not expected to change any time soon.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Monday Samu was sent off for a straight red card during the first half of Monday's clash with Athletic.

Impact Samu was shown a straight red in the first 30 minutes and was handed his marching orders early. The midfielder will miss at least two matches due to the ban, but could be sidelined for more than that due to the straight red card.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on winning goal Costa assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 victory versus Betis.

Impact Costa headed a pass to Valery

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 14 • YOUTUBE

Posts strong performance in loss Samu Costa registered two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Costa put in a balanced performance Saturday, the midfielder fired two attempts at goal, which were blocked, and defensively executed six clearances, two interceptions and two tackles. The Portuguese midfielder only posted one goal and an assist during the 2023-24 season from 34 appearances, his primary contribution is usually in a holding versus attacking role.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Completes one-game ban Samu Costa completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Valencia on March 30 after the international break.

Impact Costa missed the 1-0 win over Granada, and it remains to be seen if manager Javier Aguirre will slot him right back into the starting lineup, as he's been a starter in just two of Mallorca's last five league contests. Costa will likely battle with Omar Mascarell for a starting role in defensive midfield.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Earns one-game suspension Costa earned a one-game suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season against Barcelona, meaning he'll miss Saturday's game against Granada.

Impact Costa was making just his second start since the beginning of February, and he was booked in both contests, giving him five on the season. Mallorca have decent depth in midfield, though, so Costa's absence won't be a massive one. He'll be eligible to return when Mallorca travel to Mestalla to take on Valencia after the international break.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench nod Costa (groin) is on the bench for Friday's match against Athletic.

Impact Costa will avoid missing any time with his most recent injury, earning a role on the bench after picking up a groin knock. The midfielder had started in all but three matches this season leading up to this game, so the club looks to be taking his return cautiously with the player on the bench. He will hope to recapture his starting spot next contest against Rayo on Feb. 11.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Bilbao Costa will be available to face Athletic Bilbao on Friday, manager Javier Aguirre told media during his pre-match press conference Thursday. "He will be available. He picked up a g...

Impact Costa has been a regular presence in midfield for Mallorca this season, and while he seems likely to start the game on the bench, all signs point to him being involved here. Expect Omar Mascarell or Antonio Sanchez to get the start if Costa starts the game on the bench.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Goes down with groin injury Costa picked up a slight injury in Saturday's contest against Real Betis, as he has been confirmed to have severe bruising in the groin area, his club announced Monday.

Impact Costa looks to be heading for the sidelines for the first time this season, having picked up a groin injury. The midfielder is still waiting for further development on his current issue, as the seriousness and timetable have yet to be released. However, the club will hope for the best, as he has been a regular starter for much of the season, starting in all but three matches. There is a chance he could return for Friday's game against Athletic, but if not, expect Omar Mascarell or Antonio Sanchez to get the start.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Samu Costa assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Sevilla.

Impact Costa notched his first assist of the season as he set up Cyle Larin in the 11th minute of the match for the game's only goal. The midfielder has mostly provided a defensive impact this season, with a high number of tackles; however, he only recorded one in this contest and failed to register an interception.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six crosses Samu Costa had six crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Getafe.

Impact Samu Costa has started the last eight matches in a row, recording 27 tackles, 19 clearances and eight blocks in that span. He also has a goal on the season as the midfielder has started eight of the 11 games played this campaign.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late in loss Samu Costa scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Granada.

Impact Costa scored his first goal of the season Saturday, an unassisted strike in the 87th minute to cut the lead to 3-2. He registered his first two shots of the season and recorded three crosses (two accurate) after coming into the match with just one inaccurate cross in his first two matches. He also created one chance and took one corner in his 33 minutes off the bench.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Mallorca switch Samu Costa has completed a move from Almeria to Mallorca, his former club announced Thursday.

Impact At the end of the day, Mallorca and Almeria ended up swapping central midfielders, with Samu arriving at Mallorca and Idrissa Baba heading in the other direction. Costa should be considerable minutes at Mallorca as Baba's direct replacement in the middle of the park.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Costa assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Espanyol. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 45th minute.

Impact Costa will finish the 2022-23 Ligue 1 with multiple assists, two across 32 appearances (22 games started). While the Portuguese midfielder's first La Liga season was far from great, he is only 22 years old. And with Almeria bound to stay at least one more La Liga season, Costa is expected to continue receiving opportunities that can showcase his upside.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three interceptions on day Samu Costa recorded three interceptions and two chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Valladolid.

Impact Samu Costa has made his third start in a row and his eighth in 11 matches. Within that span, he's totaled one assist, 26 clearances, 19 tackles (10 won) and 11 interceptions.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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