Angel Ortiz - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Serves as backup at right-back Ortiz has operated in a backup role at right-back this season, sitting behind Hector Bellerin in the pecking order.

Impact Ortiz remains the secondary option behind Hector Bellerin but provides additional depth on the right side of the defense. He has created three chances while recording eight tackles, one interception and four clearances in La Liga action this season. With Bellerin established as the preferred starter, Ortiz's opportunities should primarily come through rotation or when the veteran is unavailable.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract through 2029 Ortiz signed a contract extension with Real Betis through 2029 and will join first team training this preseason, the club announced.

Impact Ortiz joined Betis' academy in 2017 and won the Group 4 Division of Honor Juvenil title twice at the youth level, also reaching a Copa de Campeones final. The 21-year-old has represented Spain's U18 and U19 national teams and made his official first team debut on Jan. 25 against Mallorca. He went on to make five league appearances last season, recording an assist. Ortiz is expected to be fully integrated into first team training as Real Betis' preseason begins.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers new injury in training Ortiz (hamstring) has been confirmed with a myofascial injury to the biceps femoris in his left thigh after withdrawing from Tuesday's team training session, likely ruling him out...

Impact Ortiz had only just returned to full team training after recovering from a shoulder injury suffered in March, making this latest setback a cruel end to what had been a difficult campaign for the right-back. Ortiz likely ends the season with 19 appearances (12 starts), contributing 40 tackles, 36 clearances and nine chances created before his year was cut short by a second significant injury. His return to the group will depend entirely on the evolution of the injury, with the club providing no specific timeline for his recovery.

APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

Trains normally Tuesday Ortiz (shoulder) has been training normally without any issues since last week and is on track for Sunday's clash against Real Oviedo, according to Zona Mixta.

Impact Ortiz had been ruled out of Friday's clash against Real Madrid as he continued to work through the shoulder issue, but his clean training sessions over the past week are the clearest sign yet that he is ready to return. The right-back should push to make the squad against Oviedo, although Hector Bellerin should remain the starter in the back line for the final stretch of the season.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Ortiz (shoulder) remains unavailable for Friday's clash against Real Madrid, according to coach Manuel Pellegrini, per Gonzalo Tortosa of Elchiringuitotv.

Impact Ortiz continues to work through his shoulder injury, with no return timeline provided ahead of the Real Madrid fixture. The right-back had previously shown encouraging signs in his recovery, but Friday's match will come too soon for him to feature. Hector Bellerin figures to continue covering at right-back in his absence until Ortiz is fully cleared to return.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Ortiz (shoulder) has returned to team training Monday and could be an option for Tuesday's clash against Girona, according to Zona Mixta.

Impact Ortiz had been sidelined with an anterior subluxation of his right shoulder, making his return to the training pitch a faster recovery than initially anticipated. The right-back should compete with Hector Bellerin to regain his a starting role if he comes through Monday's session without any setbacks. The club will make a final call on his involvement ahead of Tuesday's fixture after assessing how he responds to his first day back on the pitch.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Separated shoulder confirmed Ortiz is suffering from an anterior subluxation of the right shoulder and is out for the time being, according to his club.

Impact Ortiz is going to need some recovery over the next week or two after a partial separation of his shoulder, a touchy injury to deal with. His current diagnosis could leave him out short-term or long-term, as even running can cause the shoulder to go numb in these circumstances, likely to leave his return purely to how he feels going through training. If only minor, he could see a return as soon as Saturday against Espanyol, although the club may choose to be more cautious. If he were to miss out, Hector Bellerin is a likely option to replace him.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers shoulder dislocation Ortiz was forced off at halftime of Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Athletic Club due to suffering a shoulder dislocation, according to Mundo Betis.

Impact Ortiz suffered a shoulder dislocation in Sunday's loss against the Basques and will now look to use the international break to get back on track for the early April fixtures. The right-back has mostly been a depth piece this season, stepping into the starting XI when Hector Bellerin was injured or when the veteran needed a breather, so even a potentially lengthy absence should not shake up the regular starting group.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Villarreal Ortiz (undisclosed) is back available for Saturday's clash against Villarreal, coach Manuel Pellegrini said in the press conference, according to Zona Mixta. "Ortiz will be called...

Impact Ortiz is fully fit and available for Saturday's clash against Villarreal after exiting last week's game due to a minor injury. The defender has been a regular starter at right-back, but it remains to be seen if he will return directly to a starting role of if Aitor Ruibal will start on the right with Hector Bellerin (muscular) sidelined again.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss few weeks Ortiz (undisclosed) was forced off in the 61st minute of Saturday's 1-1 draw against Oviedo and will miss a few weeks to recover, according to Elpespunte.

Impact Ortiz was forced off around the hour-mark due to an undisclosed injury that should make him miss a few weeks, according to reports. Ortiz has been a regular starter at right-back during the absence of Hector Bellerin, but with the return of the veteran, his absence will not impact much the starting XI.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Signs contract extension Ortiz has signed a contract extension with Real Betis until the end of the 2028/29 season, the club announced Friday.

Impact Ortiz was limited to five appearances (four starts) in the 2024/25 Liga season, but he's considered one of the top youth prospects in the club. The departure of Youssouf Sabaly could open up more minutes for Ortiz for the 2025/26 campaign, though he's likely to remain in a backup role.

JUNE 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays with reserve team Ortiz (ankle) is featuring for the Betis reserve team after fully recovering from his injury.

Impact Ortiz has fully recovered from his ankle injury as he is currently playing with the Betis reserve team and starting almost every games. With Youssouf Sabaly, Hector Bellerin and Aitor Ruibal all fully fit, he is unlikely to feature again for the senior team this season.

APRIL 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Monday Ortiz (ankle) is back on the training pitch, according to his club.

Impact Ortiz is already back in training this week, making a quick turnaround after suffering his ankle injury aroudn two weeks ago. This is good news for the player, as it does give him a possibility of returning soon. He will still have to train with the group, although a return Sunday agaisnt Las Palmas isn't out of the picture.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Ortiz was forced off against Real Sociedad with an ankle injury that has been diagnosed as a post-traumatic grade II sprain of the external ligament in his right ankle, the club an...

Impact Ortiz will miss the upcoming matches with an ankle injury suffered against Real Sociedad. A return timeline remains uncertain as it will depend on his recovery. Youssouf Sabaly is expected to take on a larger role at right-back.

FEBRUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Substituted off Ortiz recorded three crosses (zero accurate) and one clearance in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Real Sociedad. He was subbed off due to injury in the 75th minute.

Impact Ortiz completed a dribble and also made a clearance and an interception. He was replaced by Aitor Ruibal in the 75th minute. He started four games this campaign since breaking into the first team.

FEBRUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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