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JANUARY 26 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Injury plague season Navarro made eight starts in 16 appearances during the 2024 season.

Impact Navarro had yet another injury plague season, resulting in just 16 appearances for the season year in a row. In that span, the midfielder assisted just once with 30 tackles, 16 clearances and 15 interceptions. The U22 player is committed through 2027, therefore will look to improve his for ahead of the 2025 campaign.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First goal involvement of the year Navarro assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-3 defeat to Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 64th minute.

Impact Navarro assisted within three minutes of being called off the bench. This was his first goal involvement of the season and was his first chance created this year. Across the season he has only taken three shots and therefore is unlikely to be a useful fantasy asset.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Navarro (leg) was on the bench for Sunday's clash with Kansas City.

Impact Navarro returned to the bench for Sunday's match against Kansas City. The midfielder was training earlier in the week and was now deemed fit enough for a return to the first team. Navarro started four matches in a row before his injury and could play a significant role now that he's fit once more.

JULY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training with group Friday Navarro (leg) was spotted in training Friday and might be an option for Chicago's Leagues Cup opener against Sporting KC on Sunday, Joe Chatz of On Tap SportsNet reports.

Impact Navarro hasn't played since May 30 and has been limited to just five starts during the 2024 MLS campaign. His return will add depth to the team's midfield, but he's not expected to play a prominent role for the Fire.

JULY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stops training Navarro (leg) was not in training Tuesday as he continues to remain out, per Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net.

Impact Navarro was back in training in late June, but had suffered a set back as he continues to deal with a leg injury. He is expected to use the upcoming Leagues Cup break to work on fitness as he looks to make a return in August.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training again Navarro (leg) is back in training, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net.

Impact Navarro was added to the injury list around a month ago due to a leg issue and has yet to take the field since then. However, it appears a return could be looming, as he has been back in training for the past couple of weeks. That said, he should be fit in the coming weeks, likely filling a rotational role once he is healthy.

JUNE 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury list Navarro is questionable for Saturday's match against the Galaxy due to a leg issue.

Impact Navarro is likely to face a fitness test ahead of Saturday's contest, as he is now dealing with some leg problems. He has started in the club's past four games, so they will hope for his availability, with Fabian Herbers being his most likely replacement if he is out.

MAY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Navarro (upper leg) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with New England.

Impact Navarro is back on the bench for Saturday's match. The midfielder is an option for a minor role, though even when fit he hasn't been a major piece of the starting XI in recent months.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Navarro is in question for Saturday's match against Atlanta, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Navarro could be heading to the sidelines again, as he has picked up an upper leg issue in the build-up to the match. However, this would only be a minor absence for the club, as he mainly serves off the bench. Either way, he will hope to be an option, as he did earn his first start of the season in the club's last match.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Navarro (upper leg) is out for Saturday's clash with Montreal.

Impact Navarro won't be an option for Saturday's clash. The midfielder has come off the bench in each of the last three matches for minor cameo's. Even when fit that's all the playing time he's going to see, so this isn't a major change in the starting XI.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hounded by injuries this season Navarro made 15 starts in 16 appearances during the 2023 season with Chicago.

Impact Navarro spent several stints on the sidelines this season due to injury. This resulted in playing in 16 of the 37 games in the MLS. He recorded a total of 35 tackles (34 won) and 18 interceptions, failing to score or assist. The midfielder is still one of the favorites to start in the defensive midfield next season, but could see that taken away if he cannot stay healthy.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Navarro (lower leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with NYC FC.

Impact Navarro is back in the starting XI after five matches on the sideline. It appears the international break was enough time for the midfielder to overcome the issue and get back on the pitch for Decision Day.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains shelved Navarro (lower leg) will not be an option for Wednesday's match against Inter Miami, according to Joe Chatz per the Chicago Fire availability report.

Impact Navarro continues to be sidelined with a lower leg injury, with no clear timetable for his return. He will try to make it back for Saturday's match against Charlotte, with the team in the playoff hunt with only three matches remaining in the season.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Navarro (lower leg) is out to face the Red Bulls on Saturday.

Impact Navarro doesn't have a timetable for his recovery, but his absence isn't surprising since he's already missed three matches in a row, and has ben out of the squad in seven of Chicago's last 11 contests. Though unlikely, Navarro's next chance to play will come against Inter Miami on Oct. 4. Gaston Gimenez and Ousmane Doumbia should continue handling the central midfield duties going forward.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Navarro (lower leg) is out for Saturday's match against New England, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net reports.

Impact Navarro doesn't have a timetable for his recovery, but his absence isn't surprising given the quick turnaround between matches. His next chance to feature will come on Sep. 30 when the Fire visit the New York Red Bulls.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lower leg injury confirmed Navarro (lower leg) is out for Saturday's trip to Montreal, according to the Chicago injury report.

Impact Navarro is ruled out Saturday due to the lower leg injury he suffered against D.C. United. The midfielder won't be able to return immediately despite the extended break. Navarro's first chance to get back on the pitch will be a Wednesday trip to Columbus.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off Navarro (undisclosed) was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Saturday's clash with D.C. United.

Impact Navarro was brought off after 25 minutes and tried to stretch the injury out but was unable to do so. Navarro has a full two weeks to recover before a Sept. 16 trip to Montreal, giving him a good chance to return if the injury isn't deemed major.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on against Club America Navarro (lower leg) came off the bench to play 15 minutes during Friday's 1-0 loss to Club America during the Leagues Cup.

Impact Navarro is back with the team after missing time with a lower leg injury. He is set to return to the starting XI for Aug 20th's clash with Orlando City.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Toronto Navarro (lower leg) is out for Saturday's match with Toronto, according to the Chicago injury report.

Impact Navarro is out Saturday due to a lower leg injury that has sidelined him for four matches. The defensive midfielder will have a full month to recover before an Aug. 20 clash with Orlando. Navarro has been a consistent starter when fully fit and available.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Nashville Navarro (lower leg) will remain sidelined for this weekend's clash against Nashville SC, according to Chicago's injury report for the match.

Impact Navarro will miss a second game Saturday with a lower leg injury he picked up at the end of June. Mauricio Pineda replaced him in the XI alongside Gaston Gimenez in defensive midfield in the loss to Orlando last weekend.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with leg injury Navarro has been ruled out of Saturday's clash against Orlando City due to a lower leg injury, according to Chicago's availability report for the match.

Impact Navarro has started 10 of the Fire's last 11 league games in defensive midfield since returning from a hamstring injury in April, but he won't be available for this weekend's Orlando match. Jairo Torres or Fabian Herbers are both options to replace him in the XI alongside Gaston Gimenez.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Navarro can return to the squad for Wednesday's clash against Toronto FC after serving a red card suspension.

Impact Navarro missed Saturday's draw with New England after getting sent off in the previous match versus Atlanta United. He had started each of the Fire's previous five league games in defensive midfield since returning from a hamstring injury in April, and he should be back in the XI to face Toronto this week.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Atlanta Navarro was shown a red card in the 26th minute of Saturday's draw against Atlanta United following a foul on Miguel Berry for his second booking of the match.

Impact Navarro has started each of the Fire's last five league games in defensive midfield since returning from a hamstring injury in late April, but he will be suspended for next weekend's clash against the Revolution after getting sent off Saturday. Gaston Gimenez, Fabian Herbers and Jairo Torres are all options to replace him in the position.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles in start Navarro took a shot and won three of three tackles in Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Red Bulls. He also made a block in the match.

Impact Navarro made his first start since the season opener on Saturday after recovering from a hamstring injury. Fitness permitting, he should be a regular in defensive midfield moving forward.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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