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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

Barcelona needs own goal to salvage 1-1 draw at Rayo

Florian Lejeune accidentally turned a cross into his own net in the final minutes as Barcelona escaped with a tie.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Barcelona needs own goal to salvage 1-1 draw at Rayo

Logs in assist Lejeune assisted once to go with three shots (two on target) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 13th...

Impact Lejeune has totaled an assist with 25 clearances in the last five matches. He also brings his total clearances per game to about 4.5 in 11 games this season.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in defeat Lejeune recorded three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Betis.

Impact Lejeune led his team with three shots taken, two of which were on goal. The defender has now totaled eight shots over the past three games. He also managed to record three clearances, after failing to record one in his previous match.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in defeat Lejeune registered three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 7-0 loss against Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow ca...

Impact Lejeune achieved a season-high in shots with three. However, after back-to-back clean sheets, the team conceded seven goals against Atletico. The defender also failed to record a clearance after registering 13 in the previous two fixtures combined

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in Rayo Lejeune has agreed to a four-year contract with Rayo Vallecano, keeping him in Madrid after spending a year on loan from Alaves.

Impact Lejeune was set to return to Alaves, however has decided to stay with Rayo after signing a four-year deal with the team. He had a decent 2022/23 campaign, recording four goals with 119 clearances and keeping eight clean sheets in 31 appearances. He will continue to remain starting center back, especially with the departure of Alejandro Catena.

JULY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Regular starter this season Lejeune scored four goals and kept eight clean sheets across 31 La Liga appearances (all starts) while on-loan with Rayo for this campaign.

Impact Lejeune was a first-choice center-back alongside Alejandro Catena this season, and he put up the highest scoring output of his career with four goals. The 32-year-old is set to return from his loan to Alaves, which just got promoted back into the top division from La Liga 2.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for Betis match Lejeune will be eligible to return after serving a one-match suspension for a red card last match.

Impact Lejeune will likely return to the lineup on May 15 against Real Betis after serving his one-match suspension this week. He's recorded a goal and 38 clearances in the last 10 games.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Elche Lejeune received a straight red card -- following a VAR review -- in the 27th minute of Saturday's clash against Elche following a foul on Pere Milla.

Impact Lejeune has started 29 of Rayo's 32 La Liga matches this season, but this is his third red card of the campaign and his second just in April alone. He will be suspended at least for next week's clash against Valladolid, with Abdul Mumin likely to replace him once again alongside Alejandro Catena in central defense.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 24, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores costly own goal Lejeune registered an own goal and four clearances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Real Sociedad.

Impact Lejeune got the start at center back since returning from a one-match ban for being shown a straight red card on April 9. It was not the return he would have liked to have, scoring an own goal to lose the game for the team Saturday. In the last five games, the defender has been able to record 17 clearances to up his average a contest to just under four.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Lejeune is available to return from a one-match ban after being sent off against Atleti.

Impact Lejeune served his one-match ban and is now eligible to return once more. The defender is a consistent starter, and will return to the starting XI with a near-guarantee for a full 90 minutes.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Lejeune was sent off with a straight red card in the 62nd minute of Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Lejeune was handed a straight red card Sunday and will serve a one-match suspension Friday against Osasuna. He ruins his 17-game streak of starts, playing in every minute of each contest. Abdul Mumin will likely be his replacement in the starting XI while he serves the suspension.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico moves closer to Real Madrid with 5th straight win

Atletico Madrid has continued its hot streak with a 2-1 win at Rayo Vallecano to move within two points of second-place Real Madrid in the Spanish league

APRIL 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Takes three shots in draw Lejeune took three shots and created a chance in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Girona. He also made a block and two clearances in the match.

Impact Lejeune was very dangerous from central defense on Saturday, and he's averaging 1.5 shots per game this season in La Liga with a career-high four goals scored.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers eight clearances Lejeune recorded eight clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Cadiz.

Impact Lejeune logged in his 86 clearance of the year, which is fifth most in the league. He brings his average clearances a game to 4.1 after totaling 28 in the last five contests. The defender has featured in every minute of the match since Oct 14, maintaining a consistent starter for the third season in a row.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores fourth goal of season Lejeune scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.

Impact Lejeune scored his first goal in 11 matches to take one point against Sevilla on Sunday. It is rare to see the defender getting goals on the year as he surpasses his career high for a season. He has been averaging about 3.9 clearances a game with 42 in the last eight contests.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in win Lejuene recorded four shots (three on target), made six clearances and blocked one shot in Monday's 2-0 win versus Almeria.

Impact Lejuene led the team in shots and shots on target Monday, and impressive feat for a defender. his three shots on target set a new season high, although he was unable to find his fourth goal of the season. He played well defensively while helping his team keep a clean sheet, as he made six clearances (tied for his second most this season) and blocked one shot in his 90 minutes of play.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Benzema resting, Madrid beats Sevilla 3-1 to extend lead

Karim Benzema proudly showed his Ballon d’Or award to fans at the Santiago Bernabéu and then sat back as Real Madrid beat Sevilla 3-1 and increased its lead of the Spanish league

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores rare brace Lejeune scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 5-1 win over Cadiz.

Impact Lejeune got an opportunity to score an atypical free-kick while getting a chance to score inside the six-yard box to give him his first brace of the season. This is not a common occurrence from the Frenchman, as it is the first time this season he records more shots than clearances in a match. He has a total of 27 clearances thus far, bringing his average clearance per match to 3.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sevilla still winless in Spanish league despite Isco's debut

Isco Alarcón’s debut was not enough to lift Sevilla to a first victory in the Spanish league

AUGUST 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Sent off against Espanyol Lejeune was shown a red card in the 17th minute of Friday's match against Espanyol following a foul on Joselu for his second booking of the match.

Impact Lejeune picked up two cards in a three-minute span on Friday and was promptly sent off. He will be suspended for next weekend's clash against Mallorca, where Esteban Saveljich (strain) could replace him in central defense if he's fit enough.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet on road Lejeune kept a clean sheet with two blocks made and conceded a yellow card during Saturday's scoreless draw with Barcelona.

Impact Lejeune slotted straight into the lineup for his Rayo debut and did well to shut down Robert Lewandowski on his league debut in Spain. Now that he should be in a better team than he was last season at Alaves, Lejeune could have decent defensive value in the coming campaign.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Rayo on loan Lejeune joined Rayo Vallecano from Deportivo Alaves on a season-long loan.

Impact Lejeune started 30 games last season as Alaves were relegated. After racking up 153 clearances as well, he'll have a good shot of starting for a team short on defensive depth. Should he make the lineup with two weeks to go in preseason, Lejeune could knock out Esteban Saveljich as a starter.

AUGUST 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five clearances in loss Lejeune took a shot and made five clearances in last weekend's 1-0 defeat against Cadiz.

Impact Lejeune kept four clean sheets in 30 La Liga appearances (all starts) this season as Alaves finished bottom of the table.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Barcelona needs own goal to salvage 1-1 draw at Rayo

Atletico moves closer to Real Madrid with 5th straight win

Benzema resting, Madrid beats Sevilla 3-1 to extend lead

Sevilla still winless in Spanish league despite Isco's debut