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Eligible going forward Mourino is no longer banned in any competition after missing the last La Liga and Champions League clashes through suspension.

Impact Mourino could have a chance to take the spot of either Rafa Marin or Pau Navarro at center or right-back, respectively, offering a fresh option after his ban. The young defender has made 19 appearances (18 starts) this season across La Liga and UCL. During that period, he provided an assist and contributed to five clean sheets while racking up 83 tackles and 74 clearances.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended in UCL too Mourino will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of three yellow cards in the Champions League, making him suspended for the next two games with his suspension in La Liga.

Impact Mourino accumulated three yellow cards in the Champions League and will be suspended for the last league phase game against Leverkusen next Wednesday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter in the backline for the yellow submarine, with Pau Navarro likely replacing him at right-back for the next two games since Mourino is also suspended in La Liga. His next chance to feature for Villarreal will be against Osasuna on Jan. 31.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Real Madrid game Mourino will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Mourino accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Real Madrid on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter at right-back for Villarreal, with Pau Navarro to receive a starting role in the backline during his absence.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action in win Mourino (undisclosed) took one shot (zero on goal) and made six clearances, three tackles (two won) and one block in 80 minutes during Saturday's 3-1 win over Elche.

Impact Mourino completed his recovery and made his 11th La Liga start of the campaign after missing the previous two contests. He focused primarily on defensive duties throughout the match and ended up leaving with cramps. Mourino will aim to be favored in the competition with Juan Foyth for the remainder of the season.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

On track to play Saturday Mourino (undisclosed) returned to training this week and will be an option for Saturday's game at Elche, according to Javier Mata of Diario AS.

Impact Mourino returned to training earlier this week, and all signs point to him being available to face Elche. The defender, who can play both at center-back or full-back, hasn't seen action since going the full 90 in the win over Real Sociedad on Nov. 30.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Not available again Mourino (undisclosed) remains out for the time being, coach Marcelino said in the press conference.

Impact Mourino is still dealing with his injury and is not an option for Villarreal for the time being. His absence is a blow for the yellow submarine since he is a regular starter at right-back and his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Pau Navarro likely taking his spot in the backline while he is out.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Getafe Mourino (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Getafe.

Impact Mourino is dealing with an undisclosed issue and he has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against Getafe. The right back was assessed after the final training session and the staff decided he could not make the squad. His absence is a blow for the yellow submarine since he is an undisputed starter in the backline and Pau Navarro is now the likely option to replace him on the right side of the defense until he recovers.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Getafe Mourino (undisclosed) is a doubt for Saturday's clash against Getafe, coach Marcelino said in the press conference, according to Submarino Amarillo.

Impact Mourino is dealing with an undisclosed issue and is a doubt for Saturday's clash against Getafe. The right-back will be assessed after the final training session to know if he can make the squad. If he had to miss the game, it would be a blow for the yellow submarine since he is an undisputed starter in the backline and his absence will have to be replaced, with Pau Navarro as the likely option to start on the right side of the defense.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Mouino (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's trip to Dortmund.

Impact Mourino is back in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash after overcoming an undisclosed issue. This was always as expected after he traveled and trained throughout the week. Juan Foyth moves back to center-back with Mourino fit.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Named to traveling squad Mourino (undisclosed) is on the traveling squad for Tuesday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Mourino was absent from the club's last match due to undisclosed reasons and appears to be closing in on a return to action, with the defender named to the squad list. This is solid news, with the defender only missing four starts all season and their typical starter at left-back. He will probably still need to pass some testing to play, with Pau Navarro as a likely option if Mourino is out or on the bench to start.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Mallorca Mourino won't be an option for Saturday's match against Real Mallorca due to an undisclosed injury, manager Marcelino told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "Outsid...

Impact Mourino was progressing in his comeback trail, but he didn't train Thursday and was absent Friday as well, so he won't be an option for the weekend. It's unclear when he'll be able to return to action, but with him out, Juan Foyth could be an option to start at right-back.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for play Mourino (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Mourino is back with his team despite not training Friday, appearing to have passed testing to earn a spot on the bench for the contest. He is their typical starter at right-back and will reclaim that spot once fit, with Pau Navarro taking the spot to face Espanyol.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train Friday Mourino didn't train Friday due to an ankle injury and his status for Saturday's game against Espanyol is uncertain, according to Javi Mata of Diario AS.

Impact Mourino suffered an ankle problem in the latter stages of the match against Pafos in the UEFA Champions League in midweek. His absence from training Friday suggests he might not be fit enough to feature Saturday, but a decision on his status will be made closer to Saturday's kick-off.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Mourino is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Mourino has served his suspension following the straight red card received against Real Madrid and is available to return in the next match. The right-back has been an undisputed starter for Villarreal this season and is expected to claim back his spot in the next outing.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Shown two yellow cards Mourino was sent off in the second half of Saturday's 3-1 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Mourino was shown a second yellow card in the 77th minute forcing Villarreal down to ten men. The defender will miss Villarreal's next match against Betis following the international break.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensively Tuesday Mourino registered three tackles (three won), eight clearances and three interceptions in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Mourino had an excellent defensive performance Tuesday as he and his fellow defenders kept Spurs at bay. He made eight clearances, won nine duels, intercepted three passes and won three tackles on the defensive end, and only allowing Spurs to have one shot on goal in the match. He did pick up a yellow card though, and given he already has two through four La Liga matches, that lack of discipline could turn into a problem.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists second in 5-0 win Santiago Mourino assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Girona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 56th mi...

Impact Mourino connected with Tajon Buchanon to help his side go 2-0 ahead as they won 5-0. This matches his assist total from 25 games for Alaves last season. In both games this season, he has created a chance.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Villarreal Mourino has signed a five-year contract with Villarreal, joining from Altetico after that his former club activated his buy-back clause on Thursday, his new club announced.

Impact Mourino has already joined his new teammates in Oviedo to start the pre-season under coach Marcelino Garcia. Mourino can play both central defense and right-back and is joining the Yellow Submarine at the right time following Logan Costa's long-term absence due to an ACL injury. Mourino is therefore expected to compete for a key role in the backline from the start with his new club.

AUGUST 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

heading back to Atletico Mourino has completed a transfer back to Atletico Madrid from Alaves after his former club executed a buy-back option, according to his former club.

Impact Mourino spent one season at Alaves but will see that quickly come to an end, with the defender heading back to Atletico. He started in 20 of his 25 appearances last season in a decent campaign, carving out a normal spot in the defense. However, the role he will see with Atletico will likely be less, earning more of a rotational role as he works his way through the club.

JULY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stands out with defensive impact Mourino appeared in 25 games, with 20 starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 season.

Impact Mourino showed strong in his role during his debut campaign with the club, as he averaged more than one interception per game, with 29 interceptions in his 25 appearances. He also performed 118 clearances and won 28 of his 43 tackles. He is likely to build on the example continue to provide a reliable presence in the back.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records eight clearances in victory Mourino registered one shot (zero on goal), eight clearances and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Valladolid.

Impact Mourino finished with a team-high tally of clearances as part of a four-man back line that had little trouble against the league's bottom-placed squad. After being involved in four clean sheets over the last five games, Mourino is likely to stay among Alaves' most active defenders. That fact, along with his average of 4.7 clearances per match, guarantees him some statistical value which could be offset only by his propensity to receive yellow cards.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Mourino is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Mourino has cleared his ban due to due to yellow cards accumulation, with the defender set to return in their next contest. He is an undisputed starter when available and is expected to return directly to the starting XI.

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Sevilla game Mourino will miss the game against Sevilla due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.

Impact Mourino has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the game against Sevilla on Sunday. Pica is expected to be the one replace him in central defense with the likely important injury of Abdelkabir Abqar (hamstring).

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates from the back Santiago Mourino assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 2-2 draw versus Las Palmas.

Impact Mourino was excellent for Deportivo Alaves against Las Palmas on Friday. In 90 minutes played, the Uruguayan international tallied one assist, made three passes into the final third, completed his only dribble attempt, and won four of his seven duels. The assist was Mourino's first goal contribution in 12 La Liga starts this season, but hopefully he will continue to see the minutes he has gotten of late after the international break against Rayo Vallecano.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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