FLORIAN LEJEUNE NEWS

Clean sheet with ten clearances Lejeune recorded three tackles (two won) and 10 clearances in Sunday's 3-0 win against Levante.

Impact Lejeune played a key defensive role in securing the team's second clean sheet of the league, registering 10 clearances, his second-highest total, along with two blocked shots. He also attempted three tackles and won two, marking the second consecutive game with two tackles won.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in clearances Lejeune took three shots (one on goal), created a chance and made five clearances during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Lejeune was a part of the Rayo back line that allowed one goal during Sunday's defeat, leading his side with four clearances. The defender has combined for seven shots, two chances created and 21 clearances over his last three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Athletic Bilbao and Getafe win to maintain perfect starts in La Liga

Athletic Bilbao has beaten Rayo Vallecano 1-0 to maintain its perfect start in La Liga

AUGUST 25 • Associated Press

Plays all but one game Lejeune recorded two goals, three assists, 178 clearances, 46 tackles and 41 interceptions across 37 starts in LaLiga.

Impact Lejeune recorded 37 starts in league play for a second consecutive campaign, and this was the third straight season in which he recorded multiple goals from his center-back role. One of the most consistent players for Rayo in the 2024/25 season, Lejeune figures to remain a regular at the back for the team even if they search for defensive upgrades during the upcoming summer transfer window.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Lejeune assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Celta Vigo. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact Lejeune was credited with the assist in the game-winning goal with a perfect through ball that found Jorge De Frutos, and the winger capped it off with a great finish past Vicente Guaita. Lejeune has been productive despite his center-back role, and even though most of his value comes from what he can do as a defender, he also has two goals and three assists on the season.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Betis Lejeune scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Thursday's 2-2 draw against Betis.

Impact Lejeune doubled his team's lead from a free kick during first-half stoppage time in the draw. He complemented that effort with a season-high seven interceptions, though he also committed the penalty that led to the opponents' equalizer. The goal was his second of the current season, with both of those contributions coming in the last month. Despite playing a highly defensive role, he could have a chance to increase his scoring tally as long as he continues to take direct set pieces.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nets only goal Lejeune scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-0 victory over Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 32nd min...

Impact Lejeune scored the sole goal of the day on Friday, marking his first of the season. He is enjoying another solid year in defense for Rayo Vallecano, averaging approximately 4.8 clearances per match while starting all 33 games played in La Liga.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Rayo Vallecano back to winning ways at Getafe's expense in Madrid derby

Rayo Vallecano has beaten its Madrid rival Getafe 1-0 to move into ninth place in La Liga

MAY 2 • Associated Press

Leads team in tackles Lejeune made four tackles (winning one) and two clearances during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Valencia.

Impact Lejeune was a part of the Rayo back line that conceded the game tying goal in the 75th minute, leading his team with four tackles. The defender has combined for eight tackles and nine clearances over his last three starts.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Lejeune is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Lejeune has cleared his ban due to yellow cards accumulation, with the defender set to return in their next contest. He has been a regular starter and should be expected to return to the starting XI immediately now that he is an option.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Picks one match suspension Lejeune will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Lejeune accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the game against Alaves on March. 29 after the international break. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter this season, with Pelayo Fernandez likely replacing him in the central defense for that game.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts six shots Lejeune registered six shots (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-0 victory against Leganes.

Impact Lejeune updated his season high in shots. However, the center-back's six shots were without any on target, leaving him still without a goal in the 2024-25 La Liga. Even though Lejeune is a defender, he has logged several goals in seasons past, so him without a goal this season is definitely a downgrade.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two clearances at Sevilla Lejeune recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Sevilla. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 20th minute.

Impact Lejeune could not do much to avoid the road loss, but made two clearances and now has 53 in 13 starts in the season. He helped them achieve three clean sheets over that span. The centerback also received his second yellow card in the proccess, though.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five clearances in win Lejeune generated two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Lejeune led Rayo Vallecano in clearances during the match to help them earn the home win even down one man since Abdul Mumin's red card in the 22nd minute. The centerback now has 40 clearances over 11 starts in the season. He also matched his most tackles in the campaign to cap his great defensive outing.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records seven clearances Lejeune registered one tackle (zero won), seven clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Girona.

Impact For the second time in the 2024-25 La Liga, Lejeune logged more than five clearances in a single game, giving himself 27 of them this season. Defensively, he and Abdul Mumin have formed a solid center-back duo with both players showing future promise for future games.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Lejeune assisted once to go with one chance created in Monday's 3-1 victory over Osasuna.

Impact Lejeune's defensive contribution turned into an assist when he intercepted a long ball that Unai Lopez took advantage of to make a fast counterattack in stoppage time against Osasuna. It had been a quiet performance for the defender before that event, highlighted only by his game-high 49 passes as his team dominated possession. He has played every minute in the first five matches of the season, averaging 3.4 clearances and 1.8 tackles per contest, and attempting three free kick shots so far.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opening goal Lejeune scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Granada.

Impact Lejeune opened the scoring Wednesday, finding the back of the net in the 23rd minute. This marks the defender's third goal of the season, now having four goal contributions. He was also solid in the defense, adding on one interception and six clearances.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires five shots Lejeune had five shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Lejeune attempted five shots (two on target) Sunday, tying a season-high, as Rayo Vallecano fell 3-0 to Villarreal. The match marked the second successive occasion in which the defender has attempted five shots in a single match. Lejeune has surpassed the number of shots he's been able to direct on target from the 2022-2023 campaign during the 2023-2024 campaign. However, this has not resulted in an increase in the number of goals for the defender. During the previous campaign, Lejeune managed to score four times in 41 shot attempts (14 on target). During the current campaign, Lejeune has scored just twice in 56 shot attempts (17 on target).

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots, two on goal Lejeune registered five shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win against Osasuna.

Impact For the first time this season, Lejeune attempted more than two or three shots, which is how many he has logged in at least half of his appearances. Across his five appearances since March, the center-back has recorded that many shots on goal on 11 attempts.

APRIL 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return after ban Lejeune is set to return after a one-game suspension, meaning he will be eligible to face Getafe on April 13.

Impact The defender, an absolute free-kick specialist and regular starter at the back for Rayo Vallecano, is set to return after completing his one game. Barring any unforeseen physical issues, he should return to the starting lineup. He's made 29 starts in 2023-24, racking up two goals, one assist and 130 clearances.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and picks up fifth yellow Lejeune scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th mi...

Impact Lejeune scored his second goal of the season Sunday -- both of which have come in the last three matches -- a free kick in the 40th minute which opened up the scoring. He also helped his side keep a clean sheet as he contributed one tackle, two interceptions, seven clearances and a season-high three blocked shots. He was on his way to his best performance of the season, but in the 85th minute he picked up his fifth yellow card of the season which makes him ineligible for the March 31 match at Celta Vigo. He will be eligible to return April 13 versus Getafe.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Lejeune scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Cadiz.

Impact Lejeune notched his first goal of the season in the 89th minute as the opposing goalkeeper misplayed a corner kick, which resulted in his goal scoring opportunity. Aside from his goal, the central defender registered 10 clearances, matching his season-high.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight clearances in loss Lejeune had two off-target shots, created one chance, made eight clearances and drew three fouls during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Mallorca.

Impact Lejeune was dominant on aerial plays on both ends as he paced all players in clearances while also being a threat on attacking set pieces but his performance wasn't enough for his side to escape with at least one point here. The center-back, who currently ranks sixth among all La Liga players with 99 clearances, will probably have his hands full again next Sunday as Rayo hosts league leaders Real Madrid.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes to clean sheet Lejeune generated two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Lejeune continues to be one of the first names selected to the team sheet, having started every La Liga match this season. His one tackle (one won), one interception, seven clearance performance contributed greatly to the team's eighth clean sheet. Furthermore, Lejeune's two shots were indicative of his recent attempts to impact the game offensively. He has nine shots (two on goal) in his last five matches.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Can't score despite hitting post Lejeune had three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Osasuna.

Impact Lejeune plays as a center-back, but in a game where Rayo's attack was completely anemic, he ended up being the biggest attacking threat and had some clear scoring chances, including a first-half long-range effort that rattled the crossbar. Lejeune has been particularly active on offense despite being a defender and has tallied multiple shots in four of his last five outings.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE