Florian Lejeune - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Makes six clearances in win Lejeune recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Tuesday's 2-1 win against Espanyol. He also added six clearances, two interceptions and two blocked shots.

Impact Lejeune is one of the most attack-minded center-backs in LaLiga, with multiple shots in four of his six starts this season, but he also offers excellent value on the defensive end. Lejeune is averaging 1.7 shots, 2.1 tackles, 1.5 interceptions and 5.7 clearances per game.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé leads a night of braces across Europe and Pulisic returns for AC Milan

Kylian Mbappé has scored twice to help a jittery Real Madrid beat Rayo Vallecano 4-1 in a game where José Mourinho's team struggled to defend in La Liga

SEPTEMBER 12 • Associated Press

Unfortunate own goal Lejeune had an own goal and three shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 5-2 defeat to Barcelona.

Impact Lejeune put past his own keeper once during Monday's loss. The good news is, that own goal did very little to change the outcome of the match, as it never looked competitive. The bad news is that Lejeune still did score an own goal during a one-sided loss that was never very close.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks deadlock in draw Lejeune scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Thursday's 1-1 draw against Valencia.

Impact Lejeune broke the deadlock in the 20th minute with a header that left Stole Dimitrievski helpless following a perfect cross from Gerard Gumbau (undisclosed). Lejeune earns most of his fantasy upside via defensive stats, but he can be a threat on offense in set-piece situations. He has two goals, one assist and 48 shots (17 on target) this season. Those shooting numbers are very good for a defender -- especially one that has also recorded 218 clearances through 35 league starts.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Signs extension with Rayo Vallecano Lejeune signed a contract extension with Rayo Vallecano through the end of the 2027-28 season, the club announced.

Impact Lejeune has been a key figure for the Franjirojos since joining ahead of the 2022-23 campaign, making 157 official appearances and contributing 11 goals during that stretch. The French center-back's extension is a significant piece of business for Rayo, securing one of their most experienced and reliable defensive presences for the coming years. His longevity and consistency at the club made the renewal a natural outcome for both parties.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bags rare goal Lejeune scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a y...

Impact Lejeune would start the comeback for Rayo as they earned their eventual draw, scoring in the 84th minute. This is a rare goal for the defender, his first of the season after only two all of the last campaign. He also added one tackle won, four clearances and five interceptions in the defense despite his club letting up three goals.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

VAR turns goal for Rayo Vallecano into penalty kick for Real Sociedad. Sevilla loses again

Rayo Vallecano rallies late to draw 3-3 with Real Sociedad in a Spanish league match marked by a sudden turn of events after VAR erased a Rayo goal and awarded a penalty kick to So...

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Eligible after suspension Lejeune is an option again following his one-game La Liga ban.

Impact Lejeune should have little trouble returning to a starting spot given that he's the team's defensive leader, averaging 6.2 clearances and 1.3 interceptions per game this season. His return will likely lead Pathe Ciss back to the bench going forward. In addition to his defensive potential, Lejeune is also occasionally reliable for shooting stats via direct free kicks, although he has yet to score in the 2025/26 campaign.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss one game Lejeune will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Lejeune picked up his fifth yellow card in La Liga play and will serve a one-match suspension for next Thursday's clash against Espanyol. The central defender has been an undisputed starter in the back line for Rayo this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Pathe Ciss expected to take his spot in a deeper role for that clash.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist Lejeune assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Levante.

Impact Lejeune helped get the lone goal for Rayo on Monday, recording an assist while winning a tackle and blocking two shots while winning four aerials. In the last five starts, the defender has won five tackles and 20 aerials, keeping a clean sheet with six blocks made in that span.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Box-to-box performance Lejeune recorded two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Betis.

Impact Lejeune matched team-highs Saturday with five clearances and three interceptions as Rayo Vallecano played to a 1-1 stalemate versus Real Betis. In addition to his imperious defensive performance, the central defender's two shots on goal led the attacking effort. Lejeune has been named to the starting XI in each of Rayo Vallecano's 24 league fixtures and played the full 90 minutes 23 times.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively in clean sheet Lejeune generated two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Lejeune was solid defensively, leading his team in both interceptions and clearances with three and nine respectively, while also adding one tackle in his seventh clean sheet with the team. Over the last seven games, the center back has made 12 tackles, 13 interceptions and 49 clearances, recording at least one interception and three clearances in each. He has also contributed offensively with at least one shot in six of those appearances, though he is still without a goal in the league this season.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Makes seven clearances in loss Lejeune generated seven clearancesand one interception in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Espanyol.

Impact Lejeune led Rayo in clearances as usual, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The centerback now has 78 clearances in 15 starts. He also won the second-most aerials (three) for his side during the match.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Mbappé leads a night of braces across Europe and Pulisic returns for AC Milan

VAR turns goal for Rayo Vallecano into penalty kick for Real Sociedad. Sevilla loses again

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

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