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Holds down starting center back spot Jonny started in central defense in Alaves's derby draw at Athletic Club and remains an undisputed starter in the back line under coach Quique Sanchez Flores.

Impact Jonny has established himself as a regular starter across the back line for Alaves this season, although he remains totally a center-back option when he could have played on the flanks in 2025/26 for que Basques. He offers experience after nearly 200 La Liga appearances in his career and remains a fixture in manager Quique Sanchez Flores' plans. Barring injury, he should continue to see the bulk of the minutes in defense.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Three tackles in clean sheet Jonny had one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-0 win versus Villarreal.

Impact Jonny keeps building his case as a fixture in the back line, contributing to a hard earned clean sheet with one of his most productive defensive showings of the season. He totaled 13 defensive contributions, made up of three tackles, one interception and nine clearances, as Alaves secured back to back home clean sheets. Through his opening three league games, the center back has tallied 12 clearances, two blocks, two interceptions and six tackles.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Two tackles in clean sheet Jonny had one cross (one accurate) and two tackles in Saturday's 3-0 win over Getafe.

Impact Jonny had spent the last three games of the league on the bench during a crucial stretch of last season but returned to the starting lineup as a center back in a back three system, contributing to a clean sheet with two tackles, two clearances and one block. The defender is likely to continue featuring while results stay positive, though the arrival of Nicolas Valentini could threaten his place at any time.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Jonny is no longer suspended and is an option again.

Impact Jonny is back after a game out due to a ban, with the defender an option to face Girona on Feb. 23. With the defender a regular starter at left-back, and yet to miss a match all season until his suspension, set to return to that role immediately and hopefully find his first goal contribution of the season.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Picks one match suspension Jonny will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Jonny accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Sevilla on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been an undisputed starter in the backline for Alaves, with Nahuel Tenaglia as the main option to replace him on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting after injury Jonny (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Osasuna.

Impact Jonny was likely to be an option Saturday, and after some testing, the defender is in the starting XI for his return. He has yet to miss a start at right-back all season, likely to continue in this role moving forward.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to face Osasuna Jonny (undisclosed) is an option for Saturday's match against Osasuna, according to manager Chacho Coudet.

Impact Jonny is not dealing with a serious injury after a muscle overload and is now an option for the club, with the defender likely to return to his starting role immediately. He is their typical starter at right-back and yet to miss a start all campaign, hopefully not ruining the streak Saturday.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscle overload Jonny (undisclosed) was forced off in the first half of Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Sevilla in the Copa del Rey due to a muscle overload, coach Eduardo Coudet confirmed in a pr...

Impact Jonny couldn't carry on and was forced off in the 23rd minute of Wednesday's clash against Sevilla in the Copa del Rey after suffering a muscle overload. That said, coach Eduardo Coudet seemed positive about his situation, suggesting he could be available for Saturday's clash against Osasuna. However, if he had to miss some time to recover, Carlos Benavidez will likely start at right-back until he returns.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wins one tackle Jonny had one tackle (one won), seven clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Athletic.

Impact Jonny was busy in the match Saturday, winning a tackle while completing seven effective clearances with three interceptions to help keep the clean sheet. It was his first solid match, having struggled to put up successful stats during the first four La Liga games from right back.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Alaves Jonny has signed a contract with Alaves until 2027, the club announced.

Impact Jonny returns to La Liga after spending the last two seasons with Greek side PAOK, where he made 29 appearances across domestic and European competitions. A former Spain youth international and longtime Wolves player, Jonny will bring top-flight experience from both La Liga and the Premier League to Alaves' backline, which will likely fight next season to remain in the Spanish top flight.

JULY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jonny set to join PAOK from Wolves Jonny Otto is set to join PAOK from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 29-year-old is free to leave in the January transfer window after he was ba...

JANUARY 24, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Suspended until February Jonny won't be an option for Wolves until the end of the January transfer window, the club announced.

Impact Jonny was part of a training ground incident and is now set for about two months suspended. The defender will play with the U21 team to keep his match fitness up but won't be an option for the first team. Jonny is expected to link up with the squad later in the season and the club and player seem intent on mending the issue.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing time on sideline Jonny will be spending some time on the sidelines after a training ground incident, according to manager Gary O'Neil, per the Wolves Express Podcast. "Jonny won't be in the squad t...

Impact Jonny was left out during the weekend for undisclosed reasons, but the answers have finally come to light after manager Gary O'Neil explained it was due to a training ground incident. It is unclear what exactly the dispute was about, but it can be assumed it was due to his low amount of playing time, only appearing once all season after 18 appearances last season. It is still unsure when the player will return, but you can expect him to at least miss the next week of action while the club figures out what to do with the defender.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Jonny is set to return from a three-match ban for violent conduct.

Impact Jonny was sent off during a 4-2 loss to Leeds after making a truly horrific tackle. The defender is now eligible to return once more, where he will compete for the starting role on the left side of the defense with Hugo Bueno and Rayan Ait-Nouri.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jonny Otto gets red card for dangerous challenge | Premier League

MARCH 18, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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MARCH 18, 2023 • Associated Press

Sent off in loss Jonny scored once and was sent off with a straight red card during Saturday's 4-2 loss to Leeds.

Impact Jonny scored before being shown a straight red card during Saturday's loss. It's a three-match ban after an awful tackle saw him sent off immediately for a tackle on Luke Ayling. Wolves will appeal the red card, but if it's upheld, a return to the XI is expected for Hugo Bueno or Rayan Ait-Nouri, assuming they are fit after the break.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles, three clearances Jonny had four tackles (three won) and three clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Jonny, presumably for his defensive prowess, was selected over Rayan Ait-Nouri to the XI in the absence of Hugo Bueno (injury). In response to the opportunity, the wing defender helped maintain a clean sheet result while leading his squad in successful tackles on the day.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option against Man United Jonny (hamstring) is available for Saturday's game versus Manchester United.

Impact Jonny is fit after missing three matches due to a hamstring injury, but he will begin on the bench, differently than usual. Nelson Semedo and Hugo Bueno are starting on the defensive flanks.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In contention Saturday Jonny (hamstring) will be in the mix against Manchester United on Saturday, Steve Madeley of The Athletic.

Impact Jonny returns to the squad having missed the last two contests due to his hamstring problem. While the defender featured prominently in the starting XI to open the season, he has started just once of his last four contests and was an unused substitute twice during that stretch.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Everton Jonny is not in the match day squad to face Everton on Monday.

Impact Jonny remains out with a hamstring issue suffered over a month ago. The wing-back may find it hard to recover a place in the side even when fully fit with Nelson Semedo and Hugo Bueno the preferred duo at the moment.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still injured Jonny (hamstring) remains injured and absent going into Tuesday's EFL Cup match against Gillingham, according to Julen Lopetegui.

Impact Jonny picked up a hamstring injury a month ago before the World Cup and it's uncertain if this is the same injury. When he's out, Nelson Semedo tends to start at right-back while Hugo Bueno can fill in as well.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Jonny wasn't listed on the active squad for Saturday's matchup with Arsenal.

Impact Jonny picked up an issue earlier in the week during Wolves' cup match, and he will now miss at least one league match as a result. Nelson Semedo and Hugo Bueno are both starting in his absence during a tough matchup against the table leaders.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early in cup match Jonny was replaced due to injury after 82 minutes of Wednesday's 1-0 win over Leeds United in the League Cup, according to Liam Keen of the Express and Star.

Impact Jonny has been in and out of the team in recent weeks but an injury would be more notable for someone who has started in 11 of his 12 appearances. With Nelson Semedo and Hugo Bueno available, Jonny may not start in Saturday's match against Arsenal regardless of his fitness.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stays on bench in loss Jonny was an unused substitute during Tuesday's 2-1 loss at Crystal Palace.

Impact Jonny gave way to a fresh set of legs in Hugo Bueno for this contest, presumably for rest and/or fatigue related purposes. Entering Tuesday's matchup, Jonny had started 10 straight matches, going the full 90 in nine of those outings. Bueno logged an assist in his stead, but it is likely that he returns to the lineup when Wolves face Leicester Sunday.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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