YERAY ALVAREZ NEWS

Unlikely hero Alvarez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 win against Sevilla.

Impact Alvarez could not have picked a better moment to score his first La Liga goal of the season. In Sunday's 1-0 over Sevilla, the center back scored the winner in the 84th minute with his only attempt of the match. He also won two of his three duels, made 15 defensive actions, and was not dribbled past once. It seems unlikely that Alvarez will score in consecutive matches, but he does have the opportunity to do so after the international break against Osasuna.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Two late goals as Barcelona rallies to beat Atletico Madrid 4-2

Atletico Madrid relinquished a two-goal lead in its 4-2 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish league in another setback for the club after it was eliminated by Real Madrid in the Champi...

MARCH 16 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suspension cleared Alvarez is no longer suspended in the Europa League and is an option moving forward.

Impact Alvarez was sent off in the first leg against Roma and missed the second leg due to suspension. He has now served his ban and will be available moving forward. His next chance to play in the competition will be in the quarterfinal first leg against Rangers on April 10.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 12 clearances in draw Alvarez made one tackle (won), 12 clearances and two interceptions during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Alvarez put up another spectacular performance at the heart of the defense, simply dominating opposing forwards and not let them generate danger from open play. His 12 clearances were a season high for domestic play and he has now 41 over his last six league starts, profiling as one of La Liga's most intriguing fantasy options at his position.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Alvarez was sent off in the 85th minute of Thursday's 2-1 loss to Roma in the Europa League and will miss the second leg.

Impact Alvarez will miss the second leg against Roma after receiving a straight red card late in the game. Aitor Paredes is expected to take his place for that match. Alvarez will be available for the next round if Bilbao advances.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Copa del Rey Alvarez (calf) was an unused sub in Thursday's 3-2 loss to Osasuna in the Copa del Rey.

Impact Alvarez didn't step into the game Thursday, but his presence on the bench suggests he's deemed fit enough to play. Thus, he should be part of the squad when Athletic takes on Celta Vigo on Sunday.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury again Alvarez (calf) has suffered a muscle injury to his right calf which is preventing him from taking part in full training, the club announced.

Impact Alvarez has had a challenging season due to recurring injuries, appearing in just 11 of 15 matches so far. He has contributed 19 interceptions, 36 clearances, and 11 tackles. With this update, it appears that Aitor Paredes will continue partnering with Dani Vivian in the center of defense for the foreseeable future.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Athletic Alvarez (calf) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Alaves.

Impact Alvarez was forced off at halftime during the UEL win over Fenerbahce with a calf injury. He's struggled to maintain healthy during the first half of the season, playing six times since Oct 28. In the last six appearances, the defender has recorded 20 clearances with 10 interceptions and five tackles in all competitions, starting in all of those contests.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Alvarez (calf) is an option for Sunday's match against Alaves, according to manager Ernesto Valverde. "They're fine, that's why they're on the list. Well, they have done all the tr...

Impact Alvarez is in for a return following his early exit from the club's last match, with his calf issue appearing to be minor. He will hope to see the start immediately now that he is fit, starting in 10 of his 16 appearances on the team sheet.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off injured Alvarez was substituted at halftime due to injury during Wednesday's UEL clash against Fenerbahce. The defender was unable to continue into the second half after sustaining a bruis...

Impact Alvarez has dealt with injury issues this season but has still contributed solidly, with 11 tackles, 19 interceptions, and 35 clearances in 10 appearances across all competitions. He is questionable for Sunday's game against Alaves. Aitor Paredes is expected to fill in for him in defense if he is unavailable.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Alvarez (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Alvarez returns as expected following a seven match absence due to a thigh injury. The defender is a locked in starter when fully fit, but will be eased back into match action from the bench.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully, ready for play Alvarez (thigh) completed full training and is an option for Saturday's match against Athletic, according to manager Ernesto Valverde. "Yeray, I think so. He has done complete trai...

Impact Alvarez looks to be in for a return following the break, with the defender healing from his thigh issues and training. This is great news for thew club, as he started in their first four games of the season before missing the past seven games due to his injury. That said, he will hope to assume the spot in the starting XI immediately.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left off squad list Alvarez (thigh) has been left off the squad list for Thursday's match against Leganes.

Impact Alvarez is once again out, with the defender being left off the squad list for a second straight match. His current status is unknown, but he was unlikely to feature either way after such a quick turnaround. He will hope to get back on the field in their next match, although that is still up in the air.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Alvarez (thigh) is not in the squad to face Las Palmas on Sunday.

Impact Alvarez misses out on the match after picking up the injury in training during the buildup. The defender had started and played the entirety of all four La Liga matches to begin the season as Aitor Paredes takes his spot in Sunday's XI.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes down in training Alvarez went down in Wednesday's training session and has picked up a muscle issue in his thigh, according to his club.

Impact Alvarez will be a late call heading into Sunday, with the defender having picked up thigh issues. He will likely see a fitness test heading into the match to decide his availability, although he will only have a few days to recover. He has started in all four games to begin the season, so this will be a major loss if left out, with Aitor Paredes being his likely replacement.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back after one-game ban Alvarez is back from suspension and will be eligible to face Celta Vigo on Wednesday.

Impact The central defender missed the 2-2 draw against Osasuna, but he's expected to return to the lineup for this midweek clash. He's made 11 starts and 16 appearances this season as the team's primary backup at center-back, but since both Aitor Paredes and Dani Vivian are available, Yeray is likely to remain on the bench for Wednesday's game.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Alvarez was sent off in the 59th minute of Friday's match against Getafe.

Impact Alaverz saw an early exit Friday, as he received a straight red card in the 59th minute. This will leave him out for the club's next match against Osasuna, with the team now hoping Dani Vivian (back) is fit to reclaim his starting spot to replace Alvarez, as the club is low on center-back options. He will next be eligible to feature against Cleta Vigo on May 15.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 45 minutes in return Alvarez (strain) played 45 minutes while registering two clearances and one interception in Friday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Alvarez made his return to play Friday after missing the club's last match due to a strain. He appeared after halftime as a substitute, playing 45 minutes while putting in a decent effort in the defensive end of the pitch. He will now hope to avoid the injury bug for the final games of the season, having missed 15 contests this season due to multiple different complications.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for Friday Alvarez (strain) has been included in the squad for Friday's game against Granada.

Impact As expected after taking part in training this week, Alvarez has made the squad. That said, he's not likely to start with both Aitor Paredes and Dani Vivian fit to play.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Granada Alvarez (strain) returned to training this week and will be available to face Granada on Friday, Granada Hoy reports.

Impact The center-back suffered an injury against Real Madrid on March 30, but he recovered within the expected timeline, and he is eligible to face Granada on Friday. However, the defender has started just nine times across 13 appearances in league play this season, so he's likely to be on the bench if both Aitor Paredes and Dani Vivian are fit to play.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle injury Alvarez was taken off the field in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Real Madrid due to a muscle injury in his left leg, the club confirmed Monday.

Impact Alvarez looks to now be in question for the club's next match on April 14 against Villarreal, as he appears to have picked up a somewhat concerning injury after being declared to have suffered a muscle strain. This could be a major loss for the club, as he has started in seven of his last nine appearances. However, he will luckily have two weeks to recover until his next match, hoping that is enough to reach full fitness.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off vs Real Madrid Alvarez was forced off in the 24th minute during Sunday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Alvarez has returned from a thigh injury back in January, making six starts in the last seven appearances since. In that span, the defender had totaled 10 clearances, seven interceptions and five tackles. He was replaced by Dani Vivian in the match versus Real Madrid.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for derby Alvarez (thigh) is in the squad to face Real Sociedad on Saturday.

Impact Alvarez has been training for quite some time, so it's not surprising to see him in the squad for this massive matchup against Real Sociedad. If fit, Alvarez can contend for a starting role in center-back alongside either Dani Vivian or Aitor Paredes.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad Thursday Alvarez (thigh) is not in the squad to face Sevilla on Thursday.

Impact Alvarez was spotted in training earlier in the week, but it seems he's not ready to return to action yet. His next chance to play will come against Real Sociedad on Jan. 13, and in the meantime, expect Aitor Paredes to start at center-back alongside Dani Vivian.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains ahead of trip to Sevilla Alvarez (thigh) has been "training normal" ahead of Thursday's match versus Sevilla, said manager Ernesto Valverde.

Impact Alvarez is training on the grass and is looking to make a return to the pitch Thursday. He's missed the last two and a half months with a thigh injury, making just two starts in five appearances for the team. If the defender is ruled fit for the Sevilla match, then he will likely get the start off the bench until he is back to top form.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE