VEDAT MURIQI NEWS

Will return from suspension Muriqi is no longer suspended and will be an option to face Barcelona on Tuesday.

Impact The striker missed the 2-1 win over Valencia due to a suspension, and the two players that featured in his place, Cyle Larin and Abdon Prats, scored in that match. Muriqi should recover his place in the XI now that he's available, though. The striker has netted two goals in the current league campaign.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late Muriqi was sent off in the 88th minute of Saturday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Muriqi is heading for a one-match suspension, as he was handed a straight red after a VAR check. This will force him out of Friday's match against Valencia, which will also cause a change after starting in their past two games. Chiquinho or Abdon Prats would be his likely replacements until his scheduled return against Barcelona on Dec. 3.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots without goal Muriqi had five shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Muriqi failed to score for the third game in a row. This is the second game this season where he has attempted five or more shots and he failed to score on both of these occasions. In this game, he only put one shot on target.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on Saturday Muriqi scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Muriqi scored the decisive goal in the 76th minute, assisted by substitute Dani Rodriguez. Muriqi completed a dribble and made an interception but missed a good scoring opportunity in the 11th minute. Muriqi has now contributed two goals and an assist this season, starting six of his seven appearances.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Rayo Muriqi (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Muriqi returns to action following a three match absence due to injury. The forward had started all but one match prior to the injury and has scored once and provided an assist in seven La Liga appearances.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Sunday Muirqi (hamstring) is an option for Sunday's match against Vallecano, according to manager Jagoba Arrasate. "He has done all week and can be in the eleven."

Impact Muirqi looks to be back in the fold after around a month out, as he is expected to be an option Sunday. To make the situation even better, he looks to be an option for the starting XI. This would make sense, as he started in the club's first five matches of the season before his injury.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Out three to four weeks Muriqi has suffered a strain and will miss the next three to four weeks of action, according to John Menzies of Football Espana.

Impact Muriqi is heading to the sidelines for a decent amount of time, with the forward having suffered a strain within his hamstring in the club's last match. He will be out until late October, likely missing four matches due to the injury. He has been a regular starter to begin the campaign, so this will force a change, with Cyle Larin or Adbon Prats as his likely replacements.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Villarreal Muriqi (undisclosed) is in the XI to face Villarreal on Saturday.

Impact Muriqi subbed off due to a bruise during an international game but has been able to recover and will keep leading the line. He has scored and assisted once, adding 10 shots (five on target) and nine chances created.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off Monday Muriqi was forced off with a knock during Monday's clash with Cyprus.

Impact Muriqi was forced off with a knock Monday after a collision in his own box. The forward walked off under his own power, and after the match the outlook seemed to be positive regarding the issue. Still it could put him in doubt for Saturday's clash with Villarreal.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up game-winning goal Muriqi assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Leganes.

Impact Muriqi is a huge menace in the attacking end, and he came through when Mallorca needed him the most, as he won a cross into the far post and his set-up allowed Dani Rodriguez to score the winner. Muriqi should continue to produce upfront for Mallorca, as his starting role is completely secure. He should be one of the first names on the team sheet going forward.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Active with five shots Muriqi registered five shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Sevilla.

Impact Muriqi was active in the final meters and was a huge threat leading Mallorca's attacking line, but he couldn't take advantage of the opportunities he created. Muriqi should remain Mallorca's main attacking threat for the match against Leganes on Saturday.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant performance Muriqi scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Madrid.

Impact Muriqi spoiled the debut of Kylian Mbappe by scoring the game tying goal for the team Sunday. All three of his shots were on target, while also producing three clearances with one cross. His form declined from 2022/23 to 2023/24. scoring seven goals with two assists in 29 appearances, a 53 percent decrease from the previous campaign.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Muriqi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Getafe.

Impact Muriqi notched his seventh goal of the season in the 90th minute as he equalized the contest. The forward ended the season with eight fewer goals than he had in the previous campaign, despite taking only five less shots.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Fires six shots Muriqi took six off target shots and created two chances during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Almeria.

Impact Muriqi was held off the scoresheet despite firing the second most shots on the team in the draw. The forward has combined for nine shots, three chances created and four crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Completes one-game ban Muriqi completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Almeria on Sunday.

Impact Muriqi missed the 1-1 draw at Osasuna, but the striker should return to the starting lineup right away, as he's been Mallorca's most effective striker this season. Muriqi has netted six goals while adding two assists across 27 appearances (24 starts).

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended to face Osasuna Muriqi received his fifth yellow card of the season and won't be available to face Osasuna on Tuesday.

Impact The loss of Muriqi is huge for a Mallorca team that doesn't have a lot of options upfront. Abdon Prats is expected to start Tuesday in this midweek clash, while Muriqi will be eligible to return on Sunday against Almeria.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Muriqi scored a goal with his lone shot and created a chance during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Cadiz.

Impact Muriqi found the back of the net in the 12th minute to open the scoring in the match. The goal was the first since February for Muriqi despite a string of 10 straight league starts.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots versus Valencia Muriqi registered four shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Valencia.

Impact Muriqi made it five consecutive matches with multiple efforts at goal, although he failed to put any on frame in this contest. He will look to break a six match goalless run next time out against Real Madrid on Saturday.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Rayo Muriqi scored a goal off three shoots (all on target) and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Muriqi finally made his first start since recovering from the thigh injury that sidelined him for two months. And the striker couldn't ask for a much better return to the lineup as he was constant threat up front and crowned his performance with the game-winning goal for Mallorca during second half's stoppage time. This was the first goal since September for Muriqi, who will try to keep it up during next Sunday's home clash against Real Sociedad.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench for Villarreal clash Muriqi (thigh) is on the bench during Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Muriqi returns from a thigh injury which has kept him out of action since November. The forward had started all 12 La Liga matches prior to the injury scoring four goals and providing an assist.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Thursday Muriqi (thigh) was viewed training with a ball ahead of Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Muriqi looks to possibly be an option for Saturday's contest, having been involved in training Thursday ahead of the match. If he does return against Villarreal, it would end a lengthy absence, as the forward has missed the club's past six games due to a thigh issue. The club would love to have the player back sooner rather than later, as he had started in the club's first 12 matches this year, being their top option to lead the attack. If he does make the team sheet Saturday, there is a chance he could get the starting nod, but the team may not want to rush him back into play, leaving Abdon Prats and Cyle Larin as the starting forwards once again.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out to face Celta Vigo Muriqi (thigh) has been ruled out to face Celta Vigo on Saturday, manager Javier Aguirre told media during his pre-match press conference Friday.

Impact Muriqi's injury has turned out to be much more severe than anyone expected, and the striker is now set to miss an eighth straight league contest, with his last appearance coming back before the international break in November. His next chance to feature will come against Villarreal on Jan. 20, but given the lack of progress in his recovery, it wouldn't be shocking if Muriqi ends up a few more weeks sidelined before inching closer to a return.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined once more Muriqi (thigh) is out for Wednesday's trip to Real Madrid, according to manager Javier Aguirre.

Impact Muriqi won't be an option for Wednesday's clash due to the thigh problem that has plagued him for more than two months. He was nearing a return before suffering a minor setback that puts him in doubt for a Jan. 13 clash with Celta Vigo as well. Amath Ndiaye should continue to see more minutes with Muriqi out.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE