Inigo Lekue - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

On bench Saturday Lekue (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Barcelona.

Impact Lekue has fully recovered from his hamstring injury over the break and will return to the bench for Saturday's clash against Barcelona. The defender has spent most of the season in a reserve role for the Basques, so this positioning aligns with how he has usually been used.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Barcelona Lekue (hamstring) is back available for Saturday's clash against Barcelona, the club posted.

Impact Lekue has fully recovered from his hamstring injury over the break and is an option for Saturday's clash against Barcelona. The defender has mainly been a bench option for the Basques this season, therefore his return won't impact the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Oviedo fixture Lekue (hamstring) isn't part of Athletic's game-day squad list to face Oviedo on Sunday.

Impact Lekue was an unused sub for Wedndesday's UCL match against Newcastle United, but won't be an option for this one due to a setback and will look to make a full recovery during the break. He has appeared just four times so far.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Back available Wednesday Lekue (hamstring) is back available for Wednesday's clash against Newcastle in the Champions League, the club posted.

Impact Lekue has cleared his suspension and recovered from a hamstring injury, making him available for Wednesday's clash against the Magpies in the Champions League. The defender is expected to return directly to the starting XI since he has the most experience in European competitions and Yuri Berchiche is ruled out due to muscle overload in his leg.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Receives red after exit Lekue (hamstring) was shown a straight red card from the bench in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Getafe after being forced off in the 31st minute due to injury.

Impact Lekue suffered a hamstring injury in the first half of Sunday's defeat against Getafe and was later sent off following a contestation while on the bench. The defender will miss at least one game and hopes to recover from his injury in the short term. His absence won't affect the starting XI since he has started only once in his last four available games.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Lekue left Saturday's game against Getafe with a knock.

Impact Lekue got another start at right-back, but the defender was unable to finish the first half after picking up an injury. Jesus Areso got the start at his replacement at right-back.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Lekue (groin) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Lekue is fit and ready to go Saturday, with the defender left on the bench for Tuesday's contest after a groin injury. He is set to be used in a depth role this season and will likely see a bench spot in most cases, earning most of his time when coming off the bench later in games.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Possibility for Tuesday Lekue (groin) is on the squad list for Tuesday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Lekue looks to be an option for Tuesday's UCL opener, with the defender named to the squad list for the outing. He will likely still need some testing after missing out the past two games, still having yet to debut this campaign. Even if he is fit and on the team sheet, a depth role on the bench is likely for the defender.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Real Betis Lekue (groin) won't be an option to face Real Betis on Sunday, according to Spanish outlet Radio Nervion.

Impact Lekue suffered what has been described as a "moderate groin injury" in his right leg, and this injury will sideline him for the match against Betis at a bare minimum. The recovery process will determine whether he'll be ready to face Alaves after the international break. Even if he's back, though, his fantasy upside would be minimal since he's a depth option on the defensive line.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Lekue suffered a muscle injury in his adductor and was unable to train, according to his club.

Impact Lekue looks to be in question for Sunday's match against Betis after the defender went down during a training session with a muscle issue. Not much else has been released on his situation, leaving any sort of return up in the air. He is more of a depth option after not appearing in either of their games to start the season, so this is a minor loss if he misses time.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Extends with Athletic Lekue has extended his contract with Athletic, accoridng to his club.

Impact Lekue isn't going to be departing Athletic this offseason, as the defender has inked a new deal until June 2026. This comes after starting in 10 of his 19 appearances this season, bagging 13 interceptions, 17 tackles and 32 clearances in his time on the field. That said, he will likely see a rotational to reserve role next campaign as well.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Atletico Lekue recorded three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Lekue was back in the starting XI Saturday after appearing off the bench in the club's last match, posting a decent performance after registering one chance created and three crosses in the attack to go along with one interception, two clearances and two tackles in the defense. He appears to be set for a rotational role this campaign, having started and played the full 90 in two games while appearing off the bench in the other two contests to begin the season.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed on against Granada Lekue recorded one cross (zero accurate) and two clearances in Friday's 1-1 draw against Granada.

Impact Lekue replaced Yuri Berchiche in the 70th minute. Lekue contributed defensively with two clearances and an interception. He has now accumulated three clearances, three tackles and two interceptions in the last four appearances.

APRIL 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Cup Lekue got the start and played 90 minutes during Thursday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey.

Impact Lekue was back in the starting XI after missing a league clash with Betis last time out. The defender has been the preferred starting option when fully fit and should be back in the starting XI at left-back for Sunday's league clash with Barcelona. Especially with Yuri Berchiche suffering from a hamstring issue.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Betis Lekue (strain) was not selected for Sunday's match against Betis.

Impact Lekue will be heading to the sidelines for the club's upcoming match, missing out due to a muscle issue he picked up in last week's contest against Girona. There has still been little information released on the player's injury, so it is unknown if he is dealing with a long-term issue or not. However, the club will hope for it to only be minor and for him to return next week against Barcelona on Sunday, as he has been a regular starter this season, getting the start in 12 of their past 14 contests.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Betis Lekue (strain) was not selected for Sunday's match against Betis.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffered muscle injury Lekue has been confirmed to have suffered a muscle injury in Monday's 3-2 win over Girona, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Lekue only provided 31 minutes of play Monday as a starter before being taken off the field, having to surrender due to an apparent strain. This is a tough blow for the Athletic, as he has started in 12 of the club's past 14 matches, holding down the flanks of the defense during that span. The team is yet to release any word on the seriousness of the injury or a timetable, so he is currently in question for Sunday's contest against Betis. If he is an option, expect him to most likely get the start, but if he doesn't, expect Oscar de Marcos and Yuri Berchiche to get the starts on the outside of the defense.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with knock Lekue was forced off during the first half of Monday's clash with Girona.

Impact Lekue lasted 30 minutes before being forced off with a knock. Oscar de Marcos came on to replace Lekue and would likely see a starting role if the injury to Lekue proves to sideline him for any significant period of time.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns for Cup win Lekue (thigh) got the start and played 90 minutes during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Atleti in the Copa del Rey.

Impact Lekue missed a single match with a thigh injury but got back on the pitch at the first time of asking. The fact he was able to return in the Cup and didn't even need to wait for a Monday trip to Almeria is a good sign the injury was minor. Barring any setbacks Lekue should continue as the top choice left-back moving forward.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad to play Friday Lekue (thigh) is not in the squad to play Friday against Mallorca.

Impact Lekue suffered the injury at some point during training this week, so his absence is not really a surprise. Yuri Berchiche will likely move into the starting lineup on the left side of the defense, while Lekue's next chance to play will come against Almeria on Feb. 12.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thigh injury Lekue suffered a thigh injury in the lead-up to Friday's clash with Mallorca.

Impact Lekue was subbed off in the 51st minute versus Cadiz on Sunday due to his thigh problem and now could be at risk of missing out against Mallorca. In his last five appearances, the defender registered six crosses (one accurate), eight tackles (five won) and 10 clearances. Yuri Berchiche figures to step into the starting XI if Lekue can't play.

JANUARY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another assist Lekue assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Lekue logged two assists across his three appearances during the first half of December. The defender recorded both assists in back-to-back games at home, a positive trend he will look to continue Wednesday against Las Palmas.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Lekue assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 4-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Lekue notched his first assist of the season as he set up Nico Williams in the 68th minute of the match. The left-back has played the entire 90 minutes in the previous four games after struggling to enter the starting lineup earlier in the season.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Role dwindles Lekue made two appearances in the final seven matches of La Liga in 2022-23.

Impact Lekue opened the season as a consistent starter at full-back but saw his role nearly disappear after the World Cup break. The full-back saw just one start in the final three months and only one other appearances. Oscar de Marcos is likely to open the 2023-24 season as the starter at right-back.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Monday Lekue (thigh) was called up by Athletic Club for Monday's clash against Mallorca.

Impact Lekue is back after missing nearly two months with a thigh injury he suffered in early March, but he could be available to mark his return to action against Mallorca on Monday.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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