UNAI NUNEZ NEWS

Loaned to Athletic Nunez has been sent on loan to Atheltic from Cleta Vigo, according to his new club.

Impact Nunez has returned to Athletic after two seasons away from the club, although it isn't permanently this time as he has only joined on a season-long loan from Celta. He started in 31 of his 34 appearances last campaign, notching one goal, 51 tackles, 52 interceptions and 150 clearances. That said, he is likely to compete for a decent role immediately, probably fighting for starting time immediately after being integrated with the squad.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Decent output in draw Nunez recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Valencia. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute while adding seven clearances, two tackle...

Impact Nunez recorded multiple shots for the second time across his last five appearances, which is an oddity for a center-back, but he also delivered value through defensive stats. Over his last five outings, Nunez has racked up two shots, 35 clearances, 10 interceptions and seven tackles.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal in Friday's win Nunez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Friday's 3-2 win versus Almeria.

Impact The defender opened the scoring for Celta midway through the first half, as he latched on a cross from the right wing and nodded the ball home past Luis Maximiano from very close range. This was Nunez's first goal of the season, but as a center-back, most of his fantasy upside will be tied to clean sheets and all-around defensive stats.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned back to Celta Nunez will return to Celta Vigo on another season-long loan from Bilbao in 2023/24, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Nunez kept nine clean sheets from 36 La Liga appearances (35 starts) in central defense while on-loan in Vigo this season, and the 26-year-old will be returning on another loan for the next campaign, this time with the option to buy him permanently from Athletic Club.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent performance in defeat Nunez registered three shots (two on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Monday's 1-0 loss against Mallorca.

Impact Nunez made seven clearances, two tackles and one interception. He also had three shots and generated a xG of 0.09. He will face an extraordinarily tough task against Karim Benzema and Rodrygo next week when his team takes on Real Madrid.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Sociedad Nunez is eligible to return from a one-match ban for yellow card accumulation during Saturday's trip to Sociedad.

Impact Nunez was suspended against Atleti, but is now eligible to return. The defender has started every match since the World Cup break and will return straight to the center of the defense.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Atletico Nunez will miss next weekend's clash against Atletico Madrid with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Nunez picked up his fifth booking of the season in Saturday's victory against Real Betis, meaning he will be suspended for next weekend's match. Oscar Mingueza is likely to replace him alongside Joseph Aidoo in central defense, with Hugo Mallo slotting into the XI at right-back.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extraordinary performance Nunez generated 11 clearances, three tackles (three won), and three interceptions in Friday's 1-0 win over Elche.

Impact Nunez was a wall in the back with a season-high of clearances to contribute to the clean sheet on Friday. He now ups his clearances a match to 4.3, giving him 65 so far on the year. The Spaniard has maintained good consistent performance throughout the year and maintained an excellent form of late with 34 clearances, nine interceptions and eight tackles (seven won) in the last five matches.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes booking in loss Nunez conceded a yellow card and made two interceptions during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Nunez was unlucky not to have another own goal to his name as well as he recorded a third loss in his last four matches. With two yellow cards in his last four games as well, Nunez isn't in great form at the moment.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Celta on loan Nunez joined Celta Vigo on a season-long loan loan from Athletic Club, it was announced Saturday. Should the loan be extended to a second season, Celta have a compulsory clause to...

Impact Nunez was likely to be moved on as he's too talented a player to be stuck as the fourth-choice center-back. It would be unsurprising to see him take on a bigger role with his new club, which is in need of more help at the back.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in season finale Nunez was an unused substitute in last weekend's defeat against Sevilla.

Impact Nunez made nine appearances (seven starts) in La Liga this season, but he's behind Inigo Martinez, Yeray Alvarez and Dani Vivian in Athletic's center back depth chart.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Osasuna Nunez (knee) is in Athletic Club's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Osasuna.

Impact Nunez missed Tuesday's loss to Granada with a knock on his knee, but he has rejoined the squad now and is back on the bench Sunday against Osasuna.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury Nunez will not be available for Tuesday's clash against Granada due to discomfort in his knee, Athletic Club announced Monday.

Impact Nunez has mostly been a backup option for Bilbao in central defense this season, but he will miss the Granada game on Tuesday due to injury.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays first half in loss Nunez played for 45 minutes of Monday's 3-2 loss to Mallorca.

Impact Nunez has started in six of his eight appearances this season and Monday represented a rare chance to establish his place in the side. Instead, he appeared as one of the weak links and may miss out on more minutes for a while given that a fullback in Yuri Berchiche replaced him after a single half.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in cup win Nunez (calf) was an unused substitute in Thursday's Copa del Rey victory against Barcelona.

Impact Nunez has missed a few games, first with COVID-19 and then with a calf injury, but he was fit enough to be with the team Thursday and could be available once again in versus Rayo in La Liga on Sunday.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Alaves Nunez has suffered a calf injury and will miss Sunday's clash against Alaves, Bilbao announced Saturday.

Impact Nunez wasn't likely to start on Sunday with Inigo Martinez and now Dani Vivian returning from illness and injury, respectively, but he is now set to miss at least one game, with return date yet to be determined.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in Copa del Rey Nunez (illness) was an unused substitute in Thursday's Copa del Rey victory against Atletico Mancha Real.

Impact Nunez missed last weekend's victory against Osasuna with COVID-19 after starting the two previous games in central defense. He has recovered, but will likely remain on the bench against Alaves on Sunday in favor of Yeray Alvarez and Inigo Martinez.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests negative for COVID-19 Nunez tested negative for COVID-19 and returned to training in Wednesday's session.

Impact Nunez had started two straight games before picking up a positive test in a club-wide outbreak, which is certainly some unfortunate timing. With Yeray Alvarez regularly playing and Inigo Martinez returning from his own absence due to COVID-19, Nunez could end up on the bench if he's not careful.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Nunez tested positive for COVID-19 and has entered a quarantine, Bilbao announced Thursday.

Impact Nunez will miss at least a week while in isolation, but he has started just five La Liga matches this season. Inigo Martinez (illness) might be able to return to the lineup having recovered from the virus himself.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in draw Nunez created one chance in 32 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Espanyol.

Impact Nunez just returned from an ankle injury and made the bench without much early expectation of playing, though a knock to Dani Vivian sent him in for the final phase of the match. With Vivian confirmed to have a muscular issue, Nunez could be set to return to the starting lineup for Sunday's derby at Real Sociedad.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Held in reserve Tuesday Nunez (ankle) will be an option off the bench against Espanyol on Tuesday.

Impact Prior to his three-game absence due to his ankle problem, Nunez was a healthy scratch in six of the club's first seven contests. As such, fantasy players shouldn't be expecting the central defender to offer much in the way of value moving forward.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to traveling squad Nunez (ankle) is back in the traveling squad for Tuesday's clash with Espanyol.

Impact Nunez could easily make the starting XI if fully fit, and provides much needed reinforcement to the Athletic squad. With a short week he will likely be called upon from the bench at the very least.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle sprain Nunez (ankle) suffered a mild-moderate ankle sprain, according to Bilbao's medical report.

Impact Nunez's ankle sprain was labelled as "mild-moderate" which means it will likely sideline Nunez for at least two weeks. With the international break coming up Nunez could be ready to return before an Oct. 17 trip to Real Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Athletic Bilbao spoils Huesca's fun week by 2-0 in La Liga

Athletic Bilbao has spoiled Huesca’s party by 2-0 and sent the Aragonese club to the bottom of the Spanish league

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LaLiga Highlights: Athletic Club 2-0 Huesca - GOAL Nunez Unai Nunez scores in 90' + 1' to give Athletic Club a 2-0 lead over Huesca in LaLiga

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • BEINSPORTS.COM