Gonzalo Villar - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Locked into midfield role Villar has started all seven of Elche's LaLiga matches to begin the 2026/27 campaign, recording one assist across 573 minutes.

Impact Villar has established himself as one of the most dependable members of Elche's XI, ranking third on the squad in league minutes through seven matches despite playing the full 90 just once in the last four games. He's chipped in with one assist and three shots while also committing 14 fouls. His consistent workload gives Villar a stable fantasy floor, even if his upside and ceiling aren't very high because of his low attacking numbers.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses Villar had two shots (one on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Friday's 3-2 loss versus Racing Santander.

Impact Villar recorded the most crosses in the game and created two chances. He registered 48 passes as Elche retained the majority of the possession and also stepped in to make two tackles. He has played the full 90 minutes all three games this campaign and created a total of five chances.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Villar had an assist while taking two shots (two on goal), crossing once accurately and creating a chance during Monday's 1-1 draw with Deportivo.

Impact Villar set up Marc Aguado in the 76th minute assisting the game tying goal to earn a point for Elche. The assist was the first since the 2023 season in La Liga for Villar after appearing in 12 matches without an assist last campaign.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Signs until 2029 Villar will stay with Elche for upcoming seasons after triggering the purchase option in his loan contract from Dinamo Zagreb and securing a deal that links him to the Spanish side...

Impact Villar finished the last campaign as a key element of the Franjiverde midfield, racking up 325 accurate passes, 11 crosses, 12 tackles and one goal over a run of eight starts at the end of the season. He's now set to remain a regular participant in central positions, offering some defensive and playmaking value.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Signs permanently with Elche Villar has permanently joined Elche from Dinamo Zagreb after the Spanish club secured their La Liga survival, triggering the mandatory purchase clause included in his loan agreemen...

Impact Villar ends his loan spell having contributed one goal, 11 crosses, 13 tackles, seven clearances and two chances created across 12 La Liga appearances (eight starts) since joining in the second half of the season. The permanent move ties the Spanish midfielder to the Franjiverdes on a long-term basis as they prepare for another top-flight campaign.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Doubles lead on Sunday Villar scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 win against Oviedo.

Impact Villar doubled the lead in the 16th minute with an assist from Alvaro Rodriguez. Villar completed 31 passes and contributed defensively with three clearances and a tackle. This was his third start of the campaign and his first goal for Elche since his January loan move from Dinamo Zagreb.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Elche Villar has been loaned to Elche from Dinamo Zagreb, according to his new club.

Impact Villar is joining the Spanish leagues as he finds a new club for the second half of the season, loaned to Elche with an option to buy. This comes after he was more of a rotational piece during Zagreb's UEL run this campaign, with only three appearances off the bench in eight appearances. The midfielder will hope to shape out some decent time with Elche, potentially joining permanently if the loan goes well.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Makes XI for Villarreal game Villar (undisclosed) is starting in Sunday's fixture against Villarreal.

Impact Villar came off early in his last appearance two weeks ago but has been able to recover and retain his usual role. He has posted seven crosses (three accurate), 15 tackles (eight won) and six off-target shots in his last five showings.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lasts 33 minutes Villar was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match against Almeria with an injury.

Impact Villar left the match in the 33rd minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Faitout Maouassa. The extent of Villar's injury should be revealed in the buildup to next week's match against Valencia.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes one-game suspension Villar completed his one-game suspension and is available to face Almeria on Sunday.

Impact Villar missed the 3-3 draw against Barcelona, but he should return to the starting lineup to face Almeria this Sunday. Villar has started in each of the last 14 games in which he's been available, racking up one goal, one assist, 14 shots, seven chances created and 30 tackles in that span.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow card Villar recorded his fifth yellow card of the season against Las Palmas and will be suspended to face Barcelona on Sunday.

Impact Villar has started in each of his league appearances since Oct. 8, and he's delivered two-way value on a consistent basis, so his absence will be greatly felt against one of the best teams in the league. Villar's next chance to feature will come against Almeria on Feb. 18.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two-way impact in loss Villar recorded three shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Villar has been attacking more as of late, with six of his 12 total shots this season coming in his last six matches. He also won a season-high four tackles and will continue to be an important player for Granada in the middle of the pitch.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back against Athletic Villar (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Athletic Bilbao.

Impact Villar returns after missing out on last week's match against Real Madrid with an injury. The midfielder has scored once and provided three assists in 14 La Liga appearances.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Did not travel Saturday Villar (undisclosed) was left off the team sheet during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Villar sat out the match against Real Madrid with an undisclosed injury. He had previously made seven starts in eight appearances, logging in a goal and an assist in that span. If the midfielder has to sit out again, then Sergio Ruiz could get the start again during his absence.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores lone team goal Villar scored one goal to go with four shots (three on target) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Getafe.

Impact Villar has now scored and assisted once in the last three matches to put him at a goal and three assists on the season. He's also started the last five games in a row, totaling nine clearances and seven tackles (six won) in that span.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Assists during start Villar assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Monday's 3-2 defeat to Villarreal.

Impact Between Aug. 14 and Sept. 24, Villar logged two assists across his five substitution appearances in six La Liga games Granada played. Since the latter date, he has been promoted to regular starter. While it took a while, Villar logged a third assist via a Ricard goal.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in huge loss Villar assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 5-3 loss against Real Sociedad.

Impact Villar slotted a perfect lobbed pass that allowed Bryan Zaragoza to find the back of the net late in stoppage time. Villar mostly plays as a holding midfielder, however, so his fantasy impact is not expected to be very high.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up against Real Sociedad Villar (undisclosed) was named to the traveling squad ahead of Saturday's clash with Real Sociedad.

Impact Villar has featured exclusively off the bench to open the season, logging a combined 42 minutes in two substitute outings. In those limited opportunities, the midfielder recorded one assist, one cross (inaccurate) and three tackles (three won). Even if named to the match-day squad, Villar figures to once again be held in reserve as a bench option.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Villar (undisclosed) is out of Saturday's match against Mallorca.

Impact The central midfielder was tabbed as a doubt for the Mallorca clash, according to manager Paco Lopez, so his absence shouldn't be entirely surprising. His next chance to feature will come against Real Sociedad next Saturday.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Villar (undisclosed) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Mallorca, according to manager Paco Lopez.

Impact Villar is facing a late fitness test to get on the pitch Saturday. The midfielder found an assist during a 3-1 loss to Atleti and has been a surprising part of the first team after joining from Roma. Villar could be in line for his first start if deemed fit enough to start.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off the bench Villar assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-1 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Villar won the ball off Yannick Carrasco and slipped in Samu to peg Atletico back at 1-1 in the second half. His first appearance after his transfer from Roma lasted only 32 minutes but he caught the eye as he looks to establish himself in this Granada team

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Granada Villar has transferred permanently from AS Roma to Granada, the club announced Friday.

Impact The Spanish midfielder moved to Roma in 2020, and while he racked up 64 appearances in all competitions for the Giallorossi, he was never able to establish himself as a consistent first-team regular. He's now set to depart the club after being on loan in each of the last two seasons, at Getafe and Sampdoria, respectively.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Rome Villar didn't join Getafe permanently following a loan spell.

Impact Villar had a secondary role after coming in January and will have to seek a new home in the summer.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Villar will be in contention against Real Madrid on Saturday after serving his one-match ban.

Impact Villar has made just one start in his last 10 contests, including being an unused substitute twice. As such, the midfielder will likely be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI and figures to offer low-end fantasy production at best given his limited opportunities.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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