DEIVER MACHADO NEWS

Facing extended absence Machado will have surgery to repair an adductor injury that will keep him out long-term. Manager Franck Haise told reporters Monday, "He will have surgery in the next few days. We...

Impact Machado figures to miss between 6-8 weeks after undergoing surgery, which would see him returning in late January or early February. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder started just two of his last five outings, registering three shots (one on target), three crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles (zero won). Without Machado in the squad, Przemyslaw Frankowski figures to feature prominently in the starting XI moving forward.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Monpellier Machado was left out of the squad to face Montpellier on Friday.

Impact Machado was subbed off in the 45th minute versus Lyon on Saturday and will now have to sit out due to his undisclosed knock. Przemyslaw Frankowski subbed on for Machado in that contest and could be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI with Machado on the shelf.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Lyon Machado (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's Ligue 1 clash against Lyon.

Impact Machado returns from a groin injury which kept him out of the last Ligue 1 match and saw him play 45 minutes against Arsenal. The wide midfielder has three goals in Ligue 1 while taking just eight shots, crossing 15 times and creating eight chances.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful once more Machado (groin) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Lyon, according to manager Franck Haise.

Impact Machado will be a doubt for Saturday's clash due to the groin injury. The midfielder returned in the Champions League but apparently aggravated his injury to a minor extent. If he's fit the hope would be that Machado can make his return to the starting XI.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling Wednesday Machado (groin) is in the traveling squad for Wednesday's trip to Arsenal, Lens announced.

Impact Machado was a doubt for Wednesday's match but is included in the traveling squad. It's not clear if he will actually be selected for the matchday squad, but the fact he's even traveling is a great sign. If Machado can go he could take a starting role from Ruben Aguilar.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Clermont Foot Machado (groin) is out for Saturday's trip to Clermont Foot, according to manager Franck Haise.

Impact Machado is out Saturday due to a groin injury he suffered with Colombia. The wing-back will be left sidelined Saturday, giving Ruben Aguilar another start more likely than not. Machado's first chance to return will be a Wednesday trip to Arsenal in the Champions League.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns with big volume Machado had three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-1 draw versus PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Machado missed one match while being rested after international duty and returned with some big volume moving forward. Machado is a consistent piece of the starting XI and a strong attacking wing-back in all competitions. That said Machado is still looking for his first assist despite scoring three goals in Ligue 1.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against PSV Machado (rest) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against PSV.

Impact Machado was expected to play on Tuesday after only sitting out due to fatigue and followed through on that statement by making the starting XI. He is yet to miss a start in the UCL this season and should contribute a decent amount of crosses and tackles against PSV.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against PSV Machado (rest) was called up for Tuesday's clash with PSV.

Impact Machado was rested against Le Havre after extensive travel to close the international break. The defender is now fit and available once more, likely sending Ruben Aguilar back to the bench in the Champions League.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't travel to Havre Machado (rest) didn't travel for Friday's clash with Le Havre, according to manager Franck Haise.

Impact Machado played 95 minutes mid-week on international duty and wasn't called up for Friday's clash. With Machado unavailable it's likely that Przemyslaw Frankowski will shift to the left flank and Ruben Aguilar will be brought into the starting XI on the right side to replace Frankowski. Machado should be good to go for a Tuesday clash with PSV.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off the bench Machado scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lille.

Impact Machado replaced Abdukodir Khusanov in the 69th minute and scored in the 70th minute assisted by Przemyslaw Frankowski. He has started five of his eight appearances and scored thrice with two of those goals coming on the first two games of the season.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes on Sunday Machado is fit and in the match day squad to face Toulouse on Sunday.

Impact Machado has recovered from a groin injury in time to feature in Sunday's squad. The wing-back is replaced in the starting XI by Przemyslaw Frankowski.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Sunday Machado (groin) is a doubt for Sunday's clash with Toulouse, according to manager Franck Haise. "[Machado is] uncertain to a lesser extent."

Impact Machado was busy mid-week in the Champions League and is feeling the effect of that effort, making him a doubt for Sunday's match. The midfielder will hope to avoid any setbacks and get straight back on the pitch after an impressive showing against Sevilla.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dominant defensive display Machado recorded two crosses (zero accurate) and five tackles in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Machado completed two dribbles and recorded six clearances and five tackles on his Champions league debut. He has scored twice in five games this season in the Ligue 1 and has made six tackles.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Machado made six clearances and five tackles during Wednesday's one-all draw with Sevilla.

Impact Machado had plenty to do behind the ball during Wednesday's draw, piling on plenty of defensive work. The wing-back has been a consistent piece of the starting XI and opened the season with a pair of goals. That sort of goal-scoring isn't likely to continue but Machado has been a consistent producer in all competitions for defensive and crossing volume.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain against Monaco Machado (ankle) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Monaco, according to manager Franck Haise.

Impact Machado took a heavy tackle to his ankle and is a doubt Saturday. He was able to train throughout the week but had to have his workload reduced. The defender has started all three league matches on the left flank and seems set to retain his place in the starting XI heading into the international break.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE