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Starting versus Osasuna Beltran (knee) was named to the starting XI against Osasuna on Monday.

Impact Despite being forced off in the 60th minute versus Valladolid on Sunday, Beltran appears to have avoided a more serious injury. In his last four matches (all starts), the midfielder registered just one shot (off target) but did provide six crosses (two accurate), six corners and 12 interceptions. GIven his role on freekicks and corners, Beltran should offer decent fantasy production moving forward.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Beltran (knee) took part in full team training during Thursday's session, El Desmarque reports.

Impact Beltran made a full return to team training during Thursday's session. The midfielder was brought off with a knee injury during Sunday's win against Valladolid but has already made his way back to the first team. A full session Thursday gives Beltran a good chance to be fully fit and available before Monday's trip to Osasuna.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Beltran had three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Valladolid. He was injured and subbed out in the 60th minute.

Impact Beltran suffered a knee injury that forced him out of the game during the 60th minute. He has not missed a match so far, making 21 starts in 23 appearances. In that span, he has totaled one assists, 26 crosses (nine accurate), 31 interceptions and 21 tackles (14 won).

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in draw Beltran took two shots and made four interceptions in Monday's 1-1 draw against Getafe.

Impact Beltran has started all 11 of Celta's La Liga matches this season, and he's taken nine shots (zero on target) and created seven chances with one assist from defensive midfield.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in friendly Beltran played into the second half during Saturday's friendly against Al Shabab.

Impact Beltran overcame a muscular injury suffered earlier in the preseason and looks ready to go for the new campaign. He started in 31 of his 37 appearances last season and though he won't offer massive fantasy value, his name should be a consistent presence in the lineup.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscle issue Beltran picked up a strained right hamstring during a July 20 friendly against San Jose Earthquakes, according to his club.

Impact Beltran finished the season out with a knee injury but is still out with a new problem. He still has a couple of weeks until the season begins Aug. 13 against Espanyol and Renato Tapia could take his place if needed by then.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for end of season Beltran closed the season with a four week absence after suffering a sprained knee in the early May match against Elche.

Impact Beltran was a key part of the starting XI for Celta Vigo in the 2021 season before suffering a knee injury. Beltran had 31 starts in 37 appearances showing he played a viable role to keep him on the field. The midfielder won 41 tackles in his 2021 campaign making him a key defensive player in every match. With his success on defense, Beltran will likely be brought back into the starting XI once he becomes fully healthy in the off-season.

JUNE 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury Beltran will miss 3-4 weeks with a sprained knee he suffered in last weekend's win over Elche, Celta Vigo announced Tuesday.

Impact Beltran's season will end a game early after scoring a goal and keeping six clean sheets in 37 La Liga appearances (31 starts), most of them in defensive midfield. This was his first campaign where he was an unquestioned starter for Celta when available, and the 23-year-old will want to come back even better next season. Renato Tapia will likely replace him in the lineup in the finale against Valencia.

MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from distance in win Beltran scored one goal from one shot during Sunday's 2-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Beltran added insult to injury as he bagged a powerful goal from well outside the box during the first half. Given that he's scored just once in three of the last four seasons, this may fill it for Beltran's quota and he'll go back to his role in possession and defense (54 tackles made) for the next few weeks.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Celta Beltran has signed a four-and-a-half-year contract extension with Celta Vigo, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Beltran still hasn't completely locked down a spot in Celta's XI since transferring from Rayo in 2018, but he's on track to have his most starts in a La Liga season in this campaign. The 22-year-old has just signed on with the club through 2025/26 in defensive midfield.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet in win Beltran made two tackles (both won), six clearances and two interceptions and suffered three fouls during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Getafe.

Impact Beltran made his second consecutive start replacing the injured Renato Tapia and thrived ahead of the defensive line, displaying a lot of tenacity and racking up a season-high six clearances to help his side to shut the opposition down. He'll probably remain in the lineup for Sunday's visit to Barcelona.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Celta Vigo blows away Cadiz 4-0 in La Liga

Celta Vigo has earned its biggest win since June after beating Cadiz 4-0 in the Spanish league

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • Associated Press