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Helps control midfield in draw Palacios generated one tackle (zero won), two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Hull City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 28th minute.

Impact Palacios helped Ipswich dominate possession during the first half, providing a central midfield presence alongside Florentino Luis as the visitors established an early advantage. However, his defensive contribution remained modest, with just one interception and no successful tackles as Hull gained momentum after the break and scored twice in quick succession. Palacios was also booked in the 28th minute but completed the full 90 minutes, helping Ipswich regain some stability following Julio Enciso's equalizer, ending the game with a season high 106 passes.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starts against City Palacios generated one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Manchester City.

Impact Palacios was handed a starting role Saturday after a bench spot in the club's last contest, playing 90 minutes. He would be forced into more of a defensive role most of the match, recording one clearance, two interceptions and five tackles (three won) in the defense compared to his one chance created and a cross in the attack. He would add 52 completed passes, recording 50 or more passes in three of his four starts.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Leads midfielders in recoveries Palacios has started three of Ipswich Town's last four Premier League matches in central midfield, and he ranks first among Premier League midfielders in ball recoveries per 90 min...

Impact Palacios has quickly established himself as a defensive midfield anchor since arriving from Bayer Leverkusen in a club-record deal in August, and his recovery numbers put him among the league's DEFCON leaders at the position. His tackling and ball-winning work has stood out even as Ipswich sit 11th with just two wins in five matches and 11 goals conceded. Coach Gary O'Neil will lean on his experience from Argentina's run to this summer's World Cup final as the club looks to tighten up defensively.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles in midfield Palacios generated four tackles (two won) and two interceptions in Friday's 2-0 defeat against Liverpool.

Impact Palacios was tasked with slowing down the Liverpool midfield and he did passably well. The midfielder was busy shutting down wave-after-wave of attacks and causing issues for the Liverpool midfield. He didn't get a chance to get forward in a game that Liverpool controlled, but it was still a nice performance even in a loss.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Set for Ipswich debut Palacios is expected to make his Ipswich debut in Sunday's Premier League clash against Manchester United, according to coach Gary O'Neil. "I'm sure we'll see Exequiel on Sunday."

Impact Palacios is set for immediate involvement after completing his move from Bayer Leverkusen on Thursday. The Argentina international brings significant Bundesliga and international experience to Ipswich's midfield and should provide an important option with Azor Matusiwa and Jack Taylor unavailable. It remains to be seen whether Palacios is ready to start so soon after his arrival, but he should at least feature off the bench against Manchester United.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Ipswich Town Palacios has signed a contract with Ipswich Town until the summer of 2030 after leaving German Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen, the team announced Thursday.

Impact Palacios arrives as a balanced midfielder with European and international experience, having made 41 appearances for the Argentinian national team and been part of the squad that reached the final stage in each of the last two World Cups. Over the past year, he recorded just one assist but averaged 58.3 accurate passes and 1.5 tackles per game between Bundesliga and UCL action with Bayer. He'll put immediate pressure on Sasa Lukic, Marcelino Nunez and Florentino Luis (undisclosed) in his new team's rotation.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted with Leverkusen Palacios is back in training with Bayer Leverkusen to prepare for the new 2026/27 Bundesliga season, according to the club.

Impact Palacios made 18 Bundesliga appearances last season, totaling 1,097 minutes with one assist, a limited role due to injury interruptions, and capped his season with a strong World Cup run for Argentina, showing his defensive versatility across midfield and full back roles during the only outing he played against Jordan. His return to club training now shifts focus to preseason preparations as he looks to build on last season's contributions heading into the new 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five interceptions Palacios had four tackles (zero won), three clearances and five interceptions in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Jordan.

Impact Palacios delivered the outstanding defensive performance of Saturday's 3-1 win over Jordan, registering five interceptions and four tackles across his 90 minutes as the right-back in Scaloni's rotated lineup, consistently cutting out Jordan's attempts to build through the flanks and limiting their attacking transitions throughout the match. The midfielder's five interceptions were the most of any player on the pitch from either side, and his versatility to operate at right-back with the defensive intensity he is known for from midfield makes him one of the most useful squad options Argentina carry into the knockout rounds.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

First goal involvement of season Palacios had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot and making two tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 6-3 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Palacios set up Ibrahim Maza in the 73rd minute while leading Leverkusen in blocks and tackles duirng the win. The assist was the first goal involvement this season for Palacios as he's combined for three shots, two chances created and three tackles over his last three league appearances.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Palacios (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Bremen.

Impact Palacios is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Bremen after missing out on midweek Champions League action. This ends a long layoff for the midfielder who last appeared Sept. 12 and has featured just twice all season due to injury. He returns as a rotational option but still adds useful depth after recording 11 starts in 24 appearances last season.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to face Bremen Palacios (groin) is an option for Saturday's match against Bremen, according to his club.

Impact Palacios was looking to return in midweek UCL action, but after missing out Tuesday, he is in the squad to face Bremen. This ends a long slide for the midfielder, last appearing Sept. 12 and only playing two games all season due to the injury. He will be set for more of a rotational option for the club and should remain in that role, although the club will gain some depth, with 11 starts in 24 appearances last season, a decent shout for an assist when on the field.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Tuesday Palacios (groin) was spotted training in full with the team ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash against Olympiacos, making him a possible option for the game, the club posted...

Impact Palacios returned to full team training on Monday and could be available again for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Olympiacos. This is great news for the Werkself since Palacios has been a regular starter for the club for several seasons, and his imminent return will provide a boost in midfield both tactically and physically, as well as on set-pieces, given that Palacios was taking some corners, penalties and free-kicks prior to his injury.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Palacios (groin) is still not available for Leverkusen, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in the press conference.

Impact Palacios is in the final stages of his rehabiliation of a groin injury but is still not an option for the Werkself. The midfielder is in good position to be back available before the end on the month which is great news for the club since he was a regular starter prior to his injury.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Extends through 2030 Palacios (groin) signed an extension with Leverkusen through 2030, the club announced.

Impact Palacios is currently on the sideline with a groin injury, but signed an extension through 2030 with the club. The midfielder has been a consistent depth option, never really taking a major starting role, but consistently playing solid minutes when anyone else is out. Palacios will hope to get back in the squad early in 2026.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return before 2026 Palacios has suffered a groin injury in Friday's 3-1 victory against Frankfurt and won't return before 2026, the club announced.

Impact Palacios will miss the rest of 2025 with a groin injury suffered in Friday's clash against the eagles. This is a big blow for Leverkusen since the midfielder is an undisputed starter when fit. His absence will have to be replaced in the midfield, with Aleix Garcia likely getting a larger role while he is out.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Palacios was forced off in the 15th minute of Friday's match against Frankfurt due to an apparent injury.

Impact Palacios had to leave the field early Friday, only lasting 15 minutes into the match after picking up an apparent injury. This will be something to watch moving forward, as this was his first start of the season. He was replaced by Aleix Garcia, a likely replacement moving forward if Palacios remains out.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Palacios (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Bremen.

Impact Palacios will start Saturday's match on the bench after recovering from a recent hamstring injury. The midfielder returned to training Thursday and was able to take part in the final session Friday. That said, it's unclear how much time he'll be used given his limited preparation.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Palacios (hamstring) is doubtful for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen, according to manager Erik Ten Hag. "They haven't trained all week but only some parts, but were fully i...

Impact Palacios looks to be on the outside looking in for Saturday's match, as the midfielder has yet to train after suffering a hamstring injury. He will try to test it in training Friday, with that likely deciding if he plays. That said, his chances of making it seem slim, probably seeing the bench if fit.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Palacios suffered a hamstring injury in the last pre-season friendly against Pisa and is out for the time being, the club announced.

Impact Palacios is dealing with a left hamstring injury suffered against Pisa in a pre-season friendly and is out for the time being. This is bad news for Leverkusen since Palacios is an important player in the midfield and he could potentially miss the beginning of the season. If this is the case, Robert Andrich and Aleix Garcia are expected to get bigger roles in central midfield under new coach Ten Hag.

AUGUST 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited off bench Palacios made just 11 starts (24 appearances) scoring once and assisting six times in the Bundesliga.

Impact Palacios saw fewer minutes than in the prior two seasons but was still efficient with seven goal contributions. He was rotated surprisingly frequently throughout the season, often starting on the bench including in two of the final three matches. With a new manager joining Leverkusen there's always potential for a major shake up in playing time and roles, with Palacios likely vying for starting minutes.

MAY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern spurns chance to go 8 points clear in Bundesliga as Dortmund draws 'Klassiker' 2-2

Borussia Dortmund has prevented Bayern Munich from going eight points clear in the Bundesliga by fighting back for a 2-2 draw in “der Klassiker.”

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Leverkusen says Florian Wirtz is back to help late Bundesliga title push

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso says star player Florian Wirtz has recovered from injury, boosting the team’s late hopes of defending its Bundesliga title from Bayern Munich

APRIL 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists twice Friday Palacios had two assists while taking an off target shots, creating four chances and making two tackles (winning both) during Friday's 3-1 win over Bochum.

Impact Palacios set up Aleix Garcia in the 20th minute and Amine Adli in the 87th while leading Leverkusen in tackles and chances created. The assists were the first goal involvements since December for Palacios who has combined for five chances created over his last two league starts.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bundesliga resumes with Bayern and Leverkusen assessing damage after international break

The Bundesliga returns dented by the international break as Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen assess the toll on their players

MARCH 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Plays full game Palacios had three tackles (one won) and two interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Bayern Munich.

Impact Palacios made 66 passes. completed a dribble and also made three tackles and two interceptions. This was only his sixth start of the campaign and his first start in a over a month.

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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