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Won't play against Rayo Bailly has been ruled out to face Rayo Vallecano on Sunday, Victor Franch of MARCA reports. "Bailly is out," manager Marcelino told media during Friday's pre-match press conference...

Impact Bailly has struggled with injuries all season and has been limited to just nine appearances (eight starts) with Villarreal since joining the club during the January transfer window. This will be his fifth straight absence, and his next chance to feature will come against Celta Vigo on May 5.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left off squad list Bailly (undisclosed) is not an option for Monday's match against Atletico Madrid, as he was left off the squad list.

Impact Bailly will have to sit out another contest, now missing his second straight game due to an undisclosed issue. This will leave the club needing a replacement at center-back, as Bailly started in five straight matches before his injury, with Raul Albiol being the most likely filler after making the squad list despite holding a calf issue. However, the club will hope to have Bailly back for their next contest against Atheltic on April 14, as they are currently low in defensive options due to a plethora of injuries.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Bailly (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Valencia.

Impact Bailly was forced off early in mid week against Marseille and remains injured enough to miss Sunday's squad. The defender has two weeks to recover over the international break before Villarreal's next match.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Bailly was forced off in the second half of Thursday's clash with Marseille due to an apparent injury.

Impact Bailly was brought off in the 51st minute in clear discomfort. The center-back was replaced by Yerson Mosquera, who could see more chances in the starting XI if Bailly is ruled out for any significant period of time. Bailly will have one chance to return, a Sunday match against Valencia, before the international break.

MARCH 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench role Bailly (strain) is on the bench for Friday's match against Getafe.

Impact Bailly was doubtful heading into Friday's contest but was still able to earn a spot on the bench, ending the defender's two-game absence due to a strain. He will now look to possibly secure a role in the starting XI again, as before the injury, he had started in three straight matches in contrast to the one he has spent on the bench since joining the team this winter.

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Getafe match Bailly (strain) is in doubt for Friday's contest against Getafe, as manager Marcelino Garcia Toral told reporters, "Bailly is more complicated because it is practically the first t...

Impact Bailly looks to possibly be making his return earlier than thought, seemingly facing a late fitness test before the contest due to the heavy doubt around the player healing enough from his strain to play Friday. He was not supposed to be back out on the field until next week against Real Sociedad on Friday, but after training this week, he will have a chance to get on the team sheet. However, even if the defender does get the green light, he will most likely serve on the bench, with the team not rushing him back into action after holding the doubtful tag.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for weeks out Bailly (muscular) is expected to miss multiple weeks after suffering a muscular injury in training, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral.

Impact Bailly picked up the muscular injury in training and is set to undergo an MRI to determine the extent of the injury. The defender will be out for at least two weeks and has the potential to be sidelined even further. Aissa Mandi is likely to come into the starting XI with Bailly left on the sideline.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal Bailly registered an own goal, four clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 5-3 win over Barcelona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68th minute.

Impact Bailly made the unfortunate error of scoring in his own goal, which resulted in Barcelona taking the lead in the second half. However, the mistake didn't end up being costly as they came back to win in the final moments of the game. The defender was also busy as he registered four clearances for the third consecutive match.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bailly on feeling helpless over Man United injuries and the Mourinho call that changed his life Eric Bailly reflects on his Manchester United career - one that offered plenty of promise but was badly disrupted by injuries

JANUARY 3, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Returning to Valencia Bailly has agreed on a contract with Villarreal out of free agency, his new club announced Saturday.

Impact Bailly is returning to Valencia after a two-season stint with the club from 2014 to 2016. The defender will be remaining with the club until June of 2025, as he will spend the next two seasons with them. He has spent the start of the season as a free agent after having his contract terminated with Besiktas and will hope to revive his career, as he once looked to a rising talent in the early days of his career. He may struggle to find much play time at first but should get in the mix for Valencia once he is integrated into the squad, most likely mainly being used off the bench.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Bailly released! Besiktas terminate ex-Man Utd man's contract after less than four months following previous exile for 'poor performances' | Goal.com US Former Manchester United defender Eric Bailly has had his contract with Turkish side Besiktas terminated after a slew of poor performances.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • GOAL.COM

Contract terminated Bailly had his contract with Besiktas terminated, the club announced.

Impact Bailly is now a free agent after his contract was terminated. The defender has the chance to look for a new club in Europe or elsewhere. Bailly last time playing major minutes came with Manchester United in 2017/18.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Bailly ends 7-year spell at Man United by joining Besiktas in Turkey

Eric Bailly has ended his seven-year spell at Manchester United by completing a permanent move to Besiktas as Turkish clubs take advantage of the late closing of their transfer win...

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Returns to United Bailly will return to parent club Manchester United after spending a season on loan at Marseille.

Impact Bailly made only 10 starts in 22 appearances in all competitions for Marseille, recording 27 interceptions, 26 clearances and 19 tackles (15 won). He will return to England, where he previous spent six seasons with United as a regular starter. However, it wont be easy to get his starting role back with Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane the current favorites for the center back position heading into the 2023-24 campaign.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Bailly hit with lengthy suspension in France over wild tackle Eric Bailly has been suspended for seven games in France over wild tackle in cup tie.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Eric Bailly hit with lengthy suspension in France over wild tackle Eric Bailly has been suspended for seven games in France over wild tackle in cup tie.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Monaco and Nice knocked out of French Cup, Marseille through

Defending French Cup champion Nantes and 10-time winner Marseille won their matches in the round of 64

JANUARY 7, 2023 • Associated Press

Returns to bench Bailly (thigh) is on the bench for Thursday's clash with Toulouse.

Impact Bailly makes his return to the bench for Thursday's match. The central defender has been recovering from a thigh issue and is able to make a return to the bench, where he could see a run out in the second half to test his fitness.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could feature Thursday Bailly (thigh) will be available for Thursday's match versus Toulouse but is not expected to start, L'Equipe reports.

Impact Bailly resumed training over the break but is apparently still gaining optimal fitness and will be limited here off the bench which will keep his upside limited as well.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Going on midseason trip Bailly will join his teammates on a trip to Marbella to maintain their fitness, it was announced Sunday.

Impact Bailly missed five of the final six matches before the World Cup but is in good shape to be fit when the league returns in late-December. When fit, Bailly started in seven of his nine appearances between the league and UCL.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could feature in Monaco clash Bailly (thigh) has returned to training and should be available for Sunday's match versus Monaco, according to coach Igor Tudor.

Impact Bailly, Samuel Gigot, Pape Gueye and Jordan Veretout are all arriving this weekend with problems but everyone appears to be back in training according to Tudor. Bailly has now only played 50 minutes over the past month and will likely find himself on the bench at best here.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Bailly (thigh) didn't make the squad list for Sunday's match against Lyon.

Impact Bailly re-injured his thigh during Tuesday's loss to Tottenham just after missing three games with a similar injury. Samuel Gigot can help replace Bailly for the length of his absence if he's out until the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Immediately re-injured Bailly was forced off in the ninth minute of Tuesday's Champions League clash with Tottenham due to injury.

Impact Bailly was just making his return from a thigh injury and didn't last 10 minutes before coming off holding his leg once more. Samuel Gigot took his role on the pitch and could see more playing time with Bailly sidelined yet again.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Bailly (thigh) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Tottenham.

Impact Bailly is healthy enough to start Tuesday after missing the last two weeks. It's a wonder if he's pushing through the injury in order to play in a must-win match, but that doesn't matter at this point. Given a quick return, he probably won't be in the XI for Sunday's league match against Lyon.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains unavailable Bailly (thigh) continues to be absent for Tuesday's match against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Bailly will miss a fourth consecutive game due to his muscular injury. This leaves Chancel Mbemba, Leonardo Balerdi and Samuel Gigot as a likely trio to start in central-defense against the English visitors.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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