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Receiving hamstring surgery Kike is out for the next three to four months due to hamstring surgery, according to his club.

Impact Kike was forced off in the club's last friendly and will now miss time, as the veteran forward was diagnosed with a hamstring injury that needs surgery. This is a rough loss for the club as they will have to do without a starting forward for the first few months of the season, starting in 17 of his 37 appearances last campaign, while notching eight goals and one assist. That said, Roberto Fernandez and Alex Calatrava will likely see more time due to his absence.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in friendly Kike was subbed off early in an offseason match versus Middlesbrough due to an undisclosed injury.

Impact Kike barely had a chance to get involved in the action against his former club, as he picked up an apparent discomfort and left in the 16th minute. The veteran forward will need to be assessed to determine the extent of a possible absence two weeks before the start of the league season. If he's dealing with a muscular problem, his presence in the opening fixture against Levante will be unlikely, leaving Roberto Fernandez as the main choice to lead the front line.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winning goal Kike scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Osasuna.

Impact Kike earned his recall to the starting lineup after three straight outings from the bench and justified the decision in the most decisive way possible, netting the winning goal to build on his midweek strike. The forward has now contributed eight goals across 36 appearances and 17 starts this campaign.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona's 100-point bid ends in a 1-0 loss at Alaves in the Spanish league

Barcelona’s hopes of reaching the 100-point mark in the Spanish league have ended with a 1-0 loss at Alaves

MAY 13 • Associated Press

Adds late insurance goal Kike scored a goal with his lone shot during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Kike entered the match in the 84th minute and added a late insurance goal eight minutes into his appearance. The goal was the first since March for the forward as he's combined for two shots across 30 substitute minutes in his last three appearances.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots Monday Kike had four shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 0-0 draw against Levante.

Impact Kike got forward and took four shots Monday, putting two on goal, but failing to really trouble the goalkeeper with any of them. It was a poor offensive performance from both teams and a scoreless draw was a fair result on the balance of things. It's still a disappointing one for Kike, who would have expected to finish one of his chances.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Off-target in defeat Kike registered four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Thursday's 1-0 loss against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Kike led the the Espanyol attack Thursday four four shots (one on goal) but could not work the keeper in a 1-0 loss at Rayo Vallecano. After scoring in successive fixtures to begin March, the forward has averaged 2.8 shot attempts per appearance and gone scoreless across his most recent five appearances (four starts).

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Back-to-back on scoresheet Kike scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Oviedo.

Impact Kike scored his side's lone goal to make it three goals in his last four appearances for the club, continuing a run of form that has kept Roberto Fernandez on the bench for the past three games. The forward has taken six shots and created three chances across those four outings.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Espanyol dominates Oviedo but draw doesn't lift either in La Liga

Espanyol has drawn 1-1 at home to Real Oviedo in a game that leaves the visitor rooted to the bottom of La Liga

MARCH 9 • Associated Press

Nets one Kike scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Elche.

Impact Kike netted a crucial goal to help give the team the one point vs Elche on Sunday. This was his fifth goal on the season and two in the last three matches, adding in to one assist with 17 shots on target, 16 key passes and nine successful dribbles in 25 league appearances.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores impressive goal Kike scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Kike bagged an impressive goal in this contest, evening the score early in the second half in a sequence he fabricated on his own. After a rebound on the edge of the box, the striker hustled his way into position before unleashing an unstoppable shot past Andrei Radu. This was Kike's fourth goal of the season -- a decent output considering he's started in only eight of his 23 league outings this term.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Kike assisted once to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Valencia. In addition, he was given a y...

Impact Kike would earn the club's lone assist of the match Saturday, finding Ramon Terrats in the 54th minute. This comes despite appearing off the bench, only playing for 39 minutes. It was also his first assist of the season, although he does have three goals in his 20 appearances.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Scores game-winning goal Kike scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Kike came off the bench to score the game-winner with a beautiful header on the near post, although Andrei Radu could've done a bit more to deny him. This was Kike's third goal of the season, a decent tally since he's not a regular starter for the club.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option to face Villarreal Kike (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Kike was expected to be an option Saturday, and that has come to fruition, with the forward available from the bench. He will look to test his legs before a return to the starting XI next contest, as he did start in their last outing. However, he typically sees a more rotational role, with four starts in 10 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Kike (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's clash against Villarreal, the club posted.

Impact Kike resumed team training this week after being forced off due to a minor injury against Alaves. The striker is back available after clearing the issue and could be set to start against the yellow submarine on Saturday. If not deemed fit enough to do so, Roberto Fernandez is set to replace him in the frontline for the Catalans.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured on training Kike (undisclosed) spotted back in team training photos on Wednesdsay , the club posted

Impact Garcia left the match against his former team Alaves with a minor issue, but coach Manolo Gonzalez said afterward that it was nothing serious. He has returned to team training and is not expected to be in doubt for Saturday's meeting with Villarreal, although Roberto Fernandez is likely to start up front.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Kike (undisclosed) was forced off injured in the 62nd minute of Sunday's 2-1 loss to Alaves, the club posted.

Impact Kike suffered an undisclosed issue in Sunday's clash against Alaves and was forced off around the hour-mark. He has mainly been a bench option for Espanyol, therefore a potential absence of the striker won't impact much the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in win Kike scored one goal to go with five shots (four on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 2-0 victory versus Oviedo.

Impact Kike recorded a goal while making four shots on target and two key passes to help give the team the win Friday. Though a solid performance, it was against a side in the relegation zone, as he has just two goals, six shots on target and eight key passes in nine appearances, three of them coming as starts.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Espanyol's late double beats Oviedo in La Liga

Espanyol has moved into fifth place in La Liga after a 2-0 win at Real Oviedo

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets one in win Kike scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 3-2 win against Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 89th minute.

Impact Kike converted a penalty in the 81st minute to mark his first goal of the season. He has a shot on target in each of the last two outings and is up to a total of five shots over four appearances.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pere Milla scores and is sent off as Espanyol reacts late to beat Mallorca in thriller

Pere Milla has scored and been sent off as Espanyol surrendered a two-goal lead then scored a late penalty to beat Mallorca 3-2 in La Liga

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Takes three shots vs. Osasuna Kike had three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 win against Osasuna.

Impact Kike didn't find the back of the net, but he was a constant threat in the final meters and a player who kept the opposing defenders busy with his movements. This was Kike's first start of the season and he's yet to find the back of the net, tallying four shots (one on target) and one chance created on three appearances so far.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Espanyol Kike has signed a contract with Espanyol for the two upcoming seasons, the club announced.

Impact Kike departed Alaves as a free agent and didn't wait long before finding a new club, as he is joining Espanyol for the next two seasons. Kike scored 58 goals in the Spanish top flight, including 13 during the 2024/25 season. Heading into the 2025/26 season, Kike will bring experience to the Catalans' frontline, which now includes several young players who will need a leader.

JUNE 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Departs Alaves Kike is departing Alaves after two seasons spent with the team, the club announced.

Impact Kike played 70 games under the Albiazul shirt and is departing the club after two seasons. He was the author of the 700th goal of Alaves in the Spanish top flight and scored 13 goals this season. Kike is now set for free agency and can sign with the club of his choice.

JUNE 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable versus Osasuna Kike recorded three shots (zero on goal), two blocks and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Kike led his club in attempts but had poor aim and didn't contribute much in other areas. He had a career year scoring wise, as he tallied 13 goals and added 63 shots (27 on target), 13 chances created and 13 crosses (one accurate).

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Barcelona's 100-point bid ends in a 1-0 loss at Alaves in the Spanish league

Espanyol dominates Oviedo but draw doesn't lift either in La Liga

Espanyol's late double beats Oviedo in La Liga

Pere Milla scores and is sent off as Espanyol reacts late to beat Mallorca in thriller