Impact Lemar was a doubt for Wednesday's clash due to a knock, and is now officially out. The midfielder hasn't been a major contributor this season even when fit, going unused more often than not, and he's now out.
NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE
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Not selected Lemar (knock) wasn't called up for Wednesday's trip to PSG.
Back against Real Madrid Lemar (strain) is among the substitutes for Sunday's match against Real Madrid.
Impact Lemar is available for the first time this season after recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon. The attacker made just three appearances last year prior to the injury and will be eased back into action from the bench.
SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Yet to train Lemar (strain) is not training ahead of Thursday's clash with Leipzig, El Desmarque reports.
Impact Lemar remains out of the squad with a muscular issue. It's been a year since he suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon, and various aggravations to the same injury have kept Lemar out of the first team to open the season.
SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Lemar (coach's decision) is not in the squad to face Athletic Club on Saturday.
Impact Lemar was spotted in training, but he didn't crack the squad for the team's final match before the international break. His next chance to feature will come against Valencia on Sep. 15, assuming he doesn't leave the club before the end of the transfer window.
AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE
Out for opener Lemar is out for Monday's match against Villarreal after being left off the squad list, according to El Desmarque.
Impact Lemar will miss the club's season opener Monday, as he did not travel with the club to Villarreal and was left off the squad list. This comes after he missed most of last season due to injury, although this appeared to be more of a tactical move. This is a bit of a surprising move, as he is a player who could see decent time when on the team sheet.
AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE
Hardly plays Lemar made just three appearances (three starts) due to injury.
Impact Lemar started three of the first four matches before an injury shut him down for the remainder of the season. The good news is that his Achilles injury was seemingly healed by the end of the season, he just hadn't recovered match fitness yet. Lemar will have the offseason to try and put this disappointing season behind him.
MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE
Available off bench Sunday Lemar (Achilles) is on the bench for Sunday's game against Osasuna.
Impact Lemar finally returns to the bench and could be ready to see minutes for the first time since mid-September. Don't expect him to play a big role off the bench in the final two games of the campaign.
MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Lemar (Achilles) is out for Saturday's match against Mallorca.
Impact Lemar is still in his recovery process, as he continues on the sidelines for yet another match. He will now just hope to get on the field before the end of the season, although he only has four more games to make that happen.
MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Not ready yet, won't play Saturday Lemar (Achilles) won't play Saturday against Athletic Club on Saturday, Chema Fuente of Mundo Deportivo reports.
Impact Lemar continues to work on his way back from an Achilles injury that has kept him sidelined since mid-September. Even though the Frenchman is trending in the right direction, Saturday's contest will come too soon for him. His next chance to play will come against Mallorca on May 4.
APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE
Left off squad list Lemar (Achilles) is not an option for Sunday's match against Alaves after being left out of the squad list.
Impact Lemar will miss yet another match despite returning to training around two weeks ago, now missing his 28th straight game due to the Achilles injury he picked up in mid-September. However, he does seem to be closing on that return, as he hopes it comes before the end of the season, possibly in their next match against Athletic on April 27.
APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE
Spotted back in training Monday Lemar (Achilles) has been spotted back in training Monday.
Impact Lemar was spotted back in training, but Wednesday's clash against Borussia Dortmund might be too soon for him to make a return. If he's not part of the squad for that contest, which might be a real possibility assuming he needs to recover his fitness levels, then he might be an option for future games over the course of April.
APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE
Undergoes Achilles surgery Lemar had surgery Monday to repair a torn Achilles tendon and will be out indefinitely.
Impact At best, Lemar could still return in late February or early March based on the absolute shortest end of a potential recovery timeline. That's far from a guarantee either, as the midfielder could miss the entirety of the 2023/24 campaign as a result of his serious Achilles injury. Prior to getting hurt, Lemar started all three of his appearances for the club in which he recorded two shots (zero on target), six crosses (one accurate) and two corners. With Rodrigo De Paul (thigh) also injured, Saul could be pressed into the starting XI in Lemar's stead.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Lemar ruptures Achilles tendon and will need surgery
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Lemar ruptured the Achilles tendon in his right leg during the team’s 3-0 loss at Valencia on Saturday in the Spanish leagueSEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Could have suffered serious injury Lemar was stretched off during Saturday's game against Valencia, and the early signs suggest he could have suffered an Achilles injury, the club announced.
Impact Lemar suffered an awkward fall and had to be stretched off, which is never a good thing, and Atletico's medical staff believe he could've suffered a serious injury. Further exams will be needed to confirm the diagnosis, but it wouldn't be surprising if he's forced to spend a considerable time sidelined.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Valencia Lemar (strain) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Valencia.
Impact Lemar started in the first two games of the season before going down with an injury, so his return to the lineup isn't surprising. In fact, considering the absences of Koke (hamstring) and Rodrigo De Paul (thigh), the Frenchman was widely expected to be in the XI if available.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Makes squad to face Valencia Lemar (strain) is in the squad to face Valencia on Saturday.
Impact Lemar started in Atletico's first two matches in central midfield, and while he missed the game against Rayo Vallecano, he should slot right into the starting lineup against Valencia on Saturday with both Koke (hamstring) and Rodrigo De Paul (thigh) ruled out.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't feature Monday Lemar (strain) will be sidelined versus Rayo Vallecano on Monday.
Impact Lemar started each of the first two contests of the season, recording two shots (zero on target), six crosses (one accurate) and two corners. Once given the all-clear, Lemar should be in contention to reclaim his place in the starting XI. In his stead, Saul could be an option to feature after coming off the bench in the prior to contests.
AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Might not play Monday Lemar has missed the last two training sessions due to a muscular strain and might not play Monday against Rayo Vallecano, Joaquin Anduro of El Desmarque reports.
Impact Lemar has not been able to train Friday or Saturday due to the injury, and while he hasn't been completely ruled out yet, his chances of featuring against Rayo are close to zero. He has started the last two matches despite not going the full 90, but Atletico Madrid have enough depth in midfield to cover for his potential absence.
AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Continues same role Lemar ended the season making 17 starts in 24 league appearances, recording four goals and five assists on 90 crosses (24 accurate).
Impact Lemar spent another season as a backup option in the midfield, failing to keep a consistent starting role since his arrival in 2019. He is expected to stay with the club long-term after signing a contract extension last year, but will likely continue to be the back up for Koke and Rodrigo de Paul.
JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
On bench vs. Villarreal Lemar (strain) is in Atletico's match day squad for Sunday's season finale against Villarreal.
Impact Lemar is back in the squad Sunday after recovering from a muscular injury that has sidelined him since mid-May, and he could see some playing time off the bench in midfield versus Villarreal.
JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Might return for season finale Lemar (strain) could be able to feature in Atletico's season finale against Villarreal on June 4, but the club is being very cautious with him, Marca reported Thursday.
Impact Lemar suffered a muscular injury in last weekend's defeat against Elche, and if he returns this season it would likely only be for the finale next month as Atletico Madrid does not want to risk sending out any injured player for the final stretch of the campaign. With Marcos Llorente (groin) also out, teenager Pablo Barrios is likely to take on a larger role in midfield through the end of 2022/23.
MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers muscle injury Lemar was forced to sub out during the 54th minute of Sunday's 1-0 loss to Elche with a strain, reports Football Espana.
Impact Lemar could miss Sunday's match with a muscle injury picked up against Elche. He' started in five straight games, totaling an assist with eight crosses (one accurate) and eight tackles in that span. Saul is expected to start in the midfield versus Osasuna in his place if he is not fit to play.
MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists against Cadiz Lemar assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 5-1 win over Cadiz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 36th minute.
Impact Lemar got his first assist since November to give him three on the season. He's started the last four matches, recording an assist, seven crosses (four accurate) and five tackles (three won) in that span.
MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available as substitute Lemar is fit and in the match day squad to face Almeria on Sunday.
Impact Lemar returns from a muscle strain in time to feature in Sunday's squad. The attacker starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.
APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Late call for Sunday Lemar (strain) is in doubt for Sunday's clash with Almeria, reports Marca.
Impact Lemar could face a late fitness test after dealing with a knock earlier in the week. If fit, he is expected to start on the bench at minimum, with Koke and Rodrigo De Paul set to start in the midfield Sunday.
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