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Argentina World Cup winner Gomez asks lawyers to look into investigation prior to ban Papu Gomez has instructed his lawyers to look into the investigation that led to the two-year ban from football. Gomez was given the ban by...

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Argentina's Papu Gómez banned for 2 years after failing doping test with Sevilla

Gomez tested positive last October while playing for Sevilla, shortly before joining the Argentina squad that went on to win the World Cup.

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Monza forward Alejandro 'Papu' Gomez banned for 2 years after failing doping test with Sevilla

Monza forward Alejandro “Papu” Gomez has been banned for two years in a doping case stemming from his time at Spanish club Sevilla

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Papu Gomez receives two-year football ban Monza has confirmed that World Cup winner Papu Gomez has been given a two-year ban from football by FIFA after allegedly taking a banned sub...

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Suspension confirmed Gomez has been disqualified for two years for testing positive for Terbutaline in October 2022, Monza announced.

Impact Gomez will be supported by his club, which stated that the ingestion was involuntary, during the next stages of his legal battle, but he will no longer be allowed to play as he has done so far. Andrea Colpani, Dany Mota Carvalho, Samuele Vignato, and Valentin Carboni will be the options as attacking midfielders going forward.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for doping Gomez is set to be disqualified for two years for testing positive for a banned substance back in November 2022, Relevo informs.

Impact Gomez and Sevilla have been reportedly aware of the potential sanction which stems from a pre-World Cup check-up and decided to part ways in the summer. The disqualification has yet to be officialized by the governing bodies and Monza. He signed with them in late September and appeared twice since.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Monza Gomez has agreed to a seasonal contract with Monza, the team announced.

Impact Gomez returns to Italy a couple of years after leaving Atalanta and comes in to replace Gianluca Caprari (knee), who might miss the rest of the season. He'll divvy up the minutes with Dany Mota Carvalho and Lorenzo Colombo up front, while Andrea Colpani's playing time should be safe considering his early performances. He tallied one goal, two assists, 28 shots (nine on target), 19 key passes, and 48 crosses (12 accurate) in 27 matches (14 starts) with Sevilla last season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts finale Gomez played the season finale but totaled just 19 appearances (11 starts) in 2022-23.

Impact Gomez didn't play a major role in the starting XI, playing 800 minutes fewer than the season prior and largely falling out of favor. With Oliver Torres, Erik Lamela and Lucas Ocampos all competing for the same spot in the starting Gomez will likely remain a rotational option more often than not.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available vs. Real Madrid Gomez (rest) was called up to Sevilla's squad for Saturday's clash against Real Madrid.

Impact Gomez was given a rest in Wednesday's draw with Elche but he should be back in the squad to face Real Madrid at the weekend. He's started three of his side's five La Liga matches since the start of May.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not on squad sheet Gomez is not on the team sheet for Wednesday's match against Elche due to rest, reports Marca.

Impact Gomez will be given the match to rest and will not make the trip to Elche on Wednesday. He's started twice in the last four games, scoring a goal in that span. With Oliver Torres (undisclosed) back, he will be an option to start in the midfield with Pape Gueye, Fernando and Ivan Rakitic.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in rare start Papu Gomez scored one goal to go with four shots (one on target), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Valladolid.

Impact Papu Gomez only got his second start in four matches, which is rare considering that he has not started since November prior to this. Injuries have left the midfielder on the sidelines for a big part of the year, making 11 starts in 23 appearances in all competitions, totaling a goal, two assists, and 42 crosses (11 accurate) thus far,

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Gomez (ankle) is in the preliminary squad for Friday's clash with Celta Vigo.

Impact Gomez returns to the squad after undergoing ankle surgery in February. The forward made 13 appearances (six starts) in La Liga before picking up the injury, assisting once. Gomez likely won't be brought into major minute immediately though he should see consistent playing time to close out the season.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

To undergo ankle surgery Gomez is expected to miss around five weeks after undergoing an ankle operation on Friday, Sevilla have announced.

Impact Gomez made a 20-minute appearance off the bench against Elche in late January, but that was the only time he's been available for Sevilla since initially injuring his ankle during the World Cup in the Round of 16 win over Australia. The 34-year-old will now undergo surgery and is set to be sidelined until mid-March, with Lucas Ocampos set to take over as the primary option on the left wing whenever the formation calls for it in the meantime.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Elche Gomez (ankle) was called up by Sevilla for Saturday's clash against Elche.

Impact Gomez has been out since the World Cup due to an ankle injury he suffered during the tournament, but he is available for selection Saturday after missing Sevilla's last four La Liga matches. He has started six games in the league this season on either wing.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with ankle problem Gomez (ankle) will miss out versus Celta Vigo on Friday. Manager Jorge Sampaoli told reporters, " Papu has had a problem with his ankle ever since the game against Australia which...

Impact The manager didn't offer a clear recovery timeline for Gomez other than ruling him out for Friday's contest. Even when fit, the midfielder is far from a lock for the starting XI, though he does generate a decent amount of crosses when he does get onto the pitch.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Netherlands Gomez (ankle) was included in the match-day squad to face Netherlands on Friday.

Impact Gomez has started just two of the team's four matches in Qatar and was subbed off before the 60th minute in both contests. As such, Gomez's absence from the starting XI shouldn't come as a huge surprise. Even if he does come on later in the match, Gomez shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of fantasy value.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train Monday Gomez (ankle) didn't participate in Monday's training session and instead worked with the kinesiologist ahead of Friday's match against the Netherlands, according to Gaston Edul of...

Impact Gomez has suggested his injury isn't too serious and now that the knockout rounds are here he has more time to recover as needed. Either he or Angel Di Maria (quad) are expected to start in Friday's quarterfinal match.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off versus Australia Gomez took one off-target shot, sent in one inaccurate cross, and drew one foul in 50 minutes before leaving Saturday's 2-1 win over Australia due to a slight ankle sprain, Tyc Spo...

Impact Gomez returned to the starting XI since Angel Di Maria wasn't fit enough to play in this one, but he had a quiet showing, and he picked up a small injury of his own. He'll likely take some tests ahead of Friday's clash with the Netherlands. If he and the starter are both in imperfect conditions, the coach could turn to Leandro Paredes, Thiago Almada, or Ezequiel Palacios, with some adjustments across the formation.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Benched since opener Gomez was an unused substitute for both 2-0 victories against Mexico and Poland in Matchdays 2 and 3.

Impact Gomez was hooked after an hour in Argentina's opening defeat against Saudi Arabia and hasn't featured since as Alexis Mac Allister has replaced him on the left wing.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Saudi Arabia Gomez (strain) made the XI to face Saudi Arabia Tuesday.

Impact Gomez missed two matches with Sevilla before the World Cup but has been training regularly with Argentina. He has posted two assists, 21 shots (seven on target), 12 chances created, and 30 crosses (eight accurate) in 17 appearances with his club this season.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Friday Gomez (strain) took part in full team training Friday, according to L'Equipe.

Impact Gomez took part in training as he continues to recover from a muscular issue he picked up before traveling to the World Cup camp. Gomez likely won't be part of the starting XI for the Argentine side, but could provide valuable depth if he can return to full fitness.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for cup match Gomez (strain) didn't make the team sheet for Sunday's Copa del Rey match against Velarde, according to El Desmarque.

Impact Gomez still made Argentina's squad for the World Cup so his fitness isn't a major concern in the final week of club play before the mid-season break. As Giovani Lo Celso picked up a bad injury, Gomez could be key to the creative work done to support Lionel Messi in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Absent Wednesday Gomez (strain) will miss Wednesday's match against Real Sociedad as he didn't make the squad list.

Impact Gomez played the full 90 in Sunday's draw with Betis but a physical game left him too tired to play by Wednesday. Unless he's called in for a Copa del Rey match over the weekend, Gomez will target a return to fitness for Argentina's forays in Qatar, as he certainly has a good shot to make the squad for the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Gomez was limited in Tuesday's training session ahead of Wednesday's match against Real Sociedad, according to Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Gomez has started in three of the last four matches and played the full 90 during a physical and tense derby over the weekend, so it makes sense if he's not fully fit. With a potential spot in Argentina's roster for the World Cup solidly on his mind, Gomez will do his best to get healthy as soon as he can. With Isco back from suspension, he could start on the left wing if Gomez needs to rest.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Copenhagen Papu Gomez assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), and one corner in Tuesday's 3-0 victory over FC Copenhagen.

Impact Gomez had by far his best performance of the season with an involvement in a goal and for providing plays Sevilla's offense. It has not been easy for the veteran 34-year-old with just three starts in the last 11 matches. When featured, the Argentinian is always finding a way to be an influence in the game with two assists, 24 crosses (seven accurate) and eight corners in 14 appearances thus far.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE