CARLOS FERNANDEZ NEWS

Heading back to Sociedad Fernandez is returning to his parent club Real Sociedad after ending his season-long loan spell in Cadiz.

Impact Fernandez featured in 32 games across all competitions for Cadiz while on loan from Real Sociedad, recording one goal and one assist. The striker is now returning to his parent club with one year remaining on his contract, and could be included in the rotation if new coach Sergio Francisco decides to keep him.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Plays half in friendly Fernandez played the second half during Wednesday's friendly clash with Osasuna.

Impact Fernandez was active throughout the final 45 minutes, looking fit on his knee. The forward last appeared in March but appears to be getting fit ahead of the upcoming season. If Fernandez can stay fit he should be in for a significant role in the attack.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely Fernandez (knee) is out indefinitely after undergoing surgery on his meniscus, Sociedad announced.

Impact Fernandez has yet to get back on the training ground since undergoing the meniscus surgery and remains some ways away from making any sort of return. The forward will hope to get back on the pitch before the end of the season, though that is far from a guarantee.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for surgery Fernandez will undergo knee surgery Sunday to repair a meniscus injury in his right knee.

Impact Fernandez has already missed the club's last three matches due to his knee problem but will now go under the knife to hopefully resolve the issue. At this point, the midfielder should probably be expected to be out of action for 6-8 weeks, though the club didn't provide a specific recovery timeline. Even when healthy, Fernandez hasn't featured in the starting XI since Oct. 21 and will likely remain a fringe squad option.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Can't get over knee problem Fernandez has not been out on the pitch, as he still has discomfort in his knee, according to manager Imanol Alguacil.

Impact Fernandez has been out since the beginning of the month and it doesn't sound like he's close to returning. His spot in the side is also in question with Sheraldo Becker joining in the transfer window. Without a start since October in league play, it may be some time before he can get another one, especially with this injury.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee issue Fernandez was not an option for Wednesday's Cope del Rey match against Osasuna due to discomfort in his knee and is now doubtful for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo due to the...

Impact Fernandez may have played his final minutes for Real Sociedad on Dec. 21 against Cadiz, as he is now facing complications in his knee while also possibly being on his way out due to the signing of Sheraldo Becker. He most likely will be held out against Celta due to the issue, especially seeing he hasn't had much of an impact on the squad this season, only appearing in 14 matches across all competitions, mainly serving as a substitute off of the bench, with a minuscule three appearances across the club's past nine games. The forward also seems to possibly be on his way out from the club, as the club just brought in the likes of Sheraldo Becker as a new striker, with even less play time being available for Fernandez moving forward. With only two weeks until the end of the transfer window, it will be interesting to see what happens with the striker within that span.

JANUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Fernandez (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's contest against Villarreal.

Impact Fernandez makes the bench after he went through the training sessions with no problems during the week. He'll be an attacking option off the bench, though Umar Sadiq will get the nod alongside Takefusa Kubo to start the match.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in squad Fernandez (knee) is in the squad to face Villarreal on Saturday.

Impact Fernandez is set to return to the squad after a three-game absence, but his return shouldn't have many fantasy implications. He has started just once in league play since the end of September, though he does have two goals thus far -- his most recent one in his last appearance off the bench.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling with team Fernandez (knee) is not on the team sheet for Saturday's trip to Osasuna.

Impact Fernandez will miss his third match of the season with a knee injury. He had only started once in the last seven games played, recording a goal and an assist on five shots (two on target) in that span. Even once he returns, the forward is expected to return to the bench.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injury confirmed Fernandez has been suffering from a sprained lateral ligament in his knee and will not be an option for Sunday's match against Sevilla, said manager Imanol Alguacil. "Carlos, in p...

Impact Fernandez could miss the next week or two with a sprained knee. He's only started once in the last seven games played, recording a goal and an assist in that span. The forward has only been used as a bench option for the second year in a row,

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets penalty against Almeria Carlos Fernandez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win against Almeria.

Impact Fernandez scored the winning penalty off the bench and won one tackle in his 24 minutes on the pitch. He is a useful option for the side but the competition for places up front means that he will continue to play a bit-part role in the squad.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Carlos Fernandez assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Fernandez came off the bench to assist Mikel Oyarzabal for Real Sociedad's lone goal of the match after only tallying one goal involvement in 24 games with inly eight starts last year. He seems to be a rotational player up front but may earn more minutes with performances like this one.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores only goal of match Fernandez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Valencia. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62nd minute.

Impact Fernandez notched his first goal of the season and the game-winner after finding the back of the net in the 32nd minute. The forward was the starting striker for the first three matches this season before finding the bench for the past four games, but may of instantly gave himself the starting spot again after scoring today. He has somehow only taken five shots this season despite being a forward,and will try to ramp up his production now that he is a decent ways into the season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Salzburg Fernandez has served his one-match Champions League suspension and will be eligible to face Red Bull Salzburg on Oct. 3.

Impact Fernandez started the first three matches of the season for the club, in which he recorded two shots (one on target), six tackles (four won) and three clearances, before being dropped to a reserve role for the last two La Liga matches. As such, the forward is far from a lock to get back into the starting XI versus Getafe on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for first UCL match Fernandez is suspended for Wednesday's match against Inter Milan after picking up a red card in last season's Europa League campaign.

Impact Fernandez will miss the first match of this year's UCL campaign after picking up a red card in the final match of last year's Europa League group stage against Roma before being eliminated. Sociedad will not be happy to be losing the striker for this game as he has been one of their mainstays in the starting XI this season. Expect Mikel Oyarzabal, Mohamed-Ali Cho or Ander Barrenetxea to start in his place.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has not scored so far Fernandez has started in three of Real Sociedad's four matches this season but has yet to score, racking up four shots (one on target), six tackles and three clearances.

Impact Fernandez started and led the attacking line in the first three matches of the league campaign, but his subpar production caused him to be an unused sub during the 5-3 win over Granada on Sep. 2. Mikel Oyarzabal can play as a striker and Umar Sadiq has given decent, yet inconsistent, moments off the bench, so Fernandez needs to make an impact when he has another chance of starting, because otherwise, he might be forced to settle for a backup role at best as the season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench in season finale Fernandez subbed into Sunday's match against Sevilla in the 75th minute and he created a chance in the 2-1 victory.

Impact Fernandez made 24 La Liga appearances (eight starts) in his return campaign after missing the entirety of last season with a torn ACL, and in March he netted against Mallorca for his first goal in the competition in almost two years. The 27-year-old will be competing with Umar Sadiq (knee), Takefusa Kubo and Mikel Oyarzabal for starts along the attacking line next season, though Alexander Sorloth could potentially return to the mix as well.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return at weekend Fernandez (quadriceps) was called up by Sociedad for Saturday's clash against Getafe.

Impact Fernandez has missed his side's last two games on either side of the international break, first with a yellow card suspension and then due to a quad injury, but he should be available for selection to face Getafe this weekend. He has come off the bench in six of his eight La Liga appearances in 2023.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Sunday Fernandez (quadriceps) is in doubt for Sunday's clash against Villarreal, report Marca.

Impact Fernandez has been dealing with some discomfort in his quadriceps since March 19 and is in doubt for Sunday's match. He has gotten two starts in the last three games with a goal in that span. However, he is listed low on the depth chart for the team, with just eight starts in 19 appearances this campaign.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Villarreal Fernandez is set to return from a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Fernandez earned a fifth yellow card against Mallorca, earning him a one-match ban. The forward is now eligible to return after the international break, where he will likely be on the bench once more for an Apr. 2 trip to Villarreal.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and given fifth yellow card Carlos Fernandez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Fernandez scored his first goal of the season after getting his sixth start in La Liga, however he was give his fifth yellow card and will serve a one match-suspension. He is eligible to return Apr 2 against Villarreal.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in start Fernandez took four shots and won one of one tackles in Friday's 0-0 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Fernandez started his first La Liga game since the World Cup break on Friday, and he was very active alongside Mikel Oyarzabal in the front-two despite not being able to put any of his shots on target.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In squad list Fernandez (thigh) was named to the squad list against Athletic on Saturday.

Impact Fernandez started four straight matches before being hampered by his thigh problem. If he does feature Saturday, the forward will no doubt be eager to record his first goal of the season.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Fernandez (thigh) is not available for Saturday's clash with Osasuna after failing to make the preliminary squad list.

Impact Fernandez was unable to get fit for Saturday's match and didn't make the initial squad list. The forward would likely not have started either way with Alexander Sorloth in flying form to lead the attack.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Fernandez (thigh) was unable to train Monday due to a thigh injury, El Desmarque reports.

Impact Fernandez was set to return after the World Cup break before picking up a new injury in his thigh. The forward will likely not be rushed back, with this thigh now causing long-term issues throughout the season. Alexander Sorloth will remain the top option to lead the attack for Saturday's clash with Osasuna.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE