LUIS HERNANDEZ NEWS

Undergoes season ending surgery Hernandez underwent surgery on his knee that will leave him out for the next few months, ruling him out for the rest of the season.

Impact Hernandez' struggled with a knee injury all season has resulted in season ending surgery. He was only able to make nine appearances all campaign, eight of them coming as starts. The defender has been a regular starter for the team since the 2021/22 season, totaling 58 starts in 60 appearances over a span on three years.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Friday Hernandez will not be an option against Deportivo Alaves on Friday. Manager Sergio Gonzalez told reporters, "Luis has made a great effort in these games and has suffered."

Impact Hernandez is just two matches back from a long-term knee injury, so it could simply be a fatigue situation as he works his way back to full match fitness. Still, with Javi Hernandez (hamstring) sidelined, the club finds itself thin off defensive options with Jorge Mere a possibility for the starting XI.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Hernandez (knee) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Granada.

Impact Hernandez is finally returning to play against Granada, making the starting XI after an 11-match spell on the sidelines due to a knee injury. The defender had started in five of the club's first six matches before going down with his issue, so you should expect him to stay in that role moving forward now that he is healthy.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Called up against Granada Hernandez (knee) was called up for Wednesday's trip to Granada.

Impact Hernandez was added to the traveling squad for Wednesday's trip to Granada. The defender is working his way back from a knee issue that has left him sidelined for over three months, but is finally available for selection once more. Victor Chust and Fali Jimenez have gotten more chances in the starting XI while Hernandez has been sidelined, but if he is fully fit he should compete for a substantial role.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Still out with knee problem Hernandez will miss out against Real Sociedad on Thursday.

Impact Hernandez has been out of action since Dec. 27 due to his long-term knee injury and appears no closer to getting back onto the pitch. Still, the central defender did start six of his seven appearances for the club prior to getting hurt, so he should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI if given the all-clear. For now, Hernandez should be considered out indefinitely.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns against Osasuna Hernandez (knee) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash against Osasuna.

Impact Hernandez returns from a knee injury which has kept him out of action since September. The center back had started all but one match for Cadiz prior to the injury.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet fit Hernandez (knee) is out for Monday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Hernandez is still awaiting a return, as he finds himself out for an eighth straight match. The defender only missed out on the starting XI once before the knock and should return to a starting role once healthy.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing against Real Madrid Hernandez (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's match against Real Madrid, manager Sergio Gonzalez told media Friday.

Impact The manager acknowledged Hernandez is one of the four players who will be out for Sunday's match, but he didn't provide many details of the injury or an estimated timeline for his return. Hernandez hasn't played since late September and is unclear when he'll be able to return to action.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Secures contract extension Hernandez (knee) signed a contract extension with Cadiz on Tuesday linking him to the club through 2026.

Impact Hernandez has missed the club's last four matches due to a knee problem but that didn't stop the club from securing his services long term. Prior to getting hurt, the central defender started six of the club's opening seven matches in which he recorded one goal on one shot, 21 clearances and five chances created. Once Hernandez is cleared to play, he should reclaim his spot in the starting XI which will likely relegate Jorge Mere to a bench role.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad to face Sevilla Hernandez (knee) is not in the squad to face Sevilla on Saturday.

Impact Hernandez suffered an injury relapse, and while the original timetable for his return was two to four weeks in early October, he might be in line to surpass that frame. His next chance to play will come against Getafe on Nov. 6, and Jorge Mere is tabbed to remain as Hernandez's replacement on the defensive line.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury relapse Hernandez -- who was unavailable against Atletico Madrid on Saturday -- is facing a 2-4 week absence due to a knee injury. Manager Sergio Gonzalez told reporters Friday, "Luis Hern...

Impact Prior to his absence, Hernandez had started all but one of his seven appearances for the club in which he went the full 90 minutes each time. For the season, the central defender has one goal on one shot, 21 clearances and five interceptions. While Hernandez is on the shelf, Jorge Mere should continue filling the central defensive role.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks deadlock against Almeria Hernandez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Almeria.

Impact Hernandez bagged the opening goal of the match early in the first half when Almeria were down to 10 men, as he took advantage of a set-up from Gonzalo Escalante to tap the ball home from close range. Hernandez is not expected to score on a regular basis going forward, though, and he's likely to generate most of his fantasy value via defensive stats.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three clearances Hernandez had three clearances in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Mallorca.

Impact Hernandez has generated 122 clearances this year, which is one of the most in the league. This gives him an average of 3.9 a game after totaling 22 in the last six contests played.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Mallorca Hernandez will be eligible to face Mallorca on Friday after serving his one-match suspension.

Impact Hernandez has started all 30 of his appearances for the club this season, so he should be a lock to reclaim his place in the starting XI on Friday. Considering the central defender has scored just once in 137 La Liga contests, fantasy players shouldn't be expecting him to produce much in the offensive end.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns one-match ban Hernandez picked up a one-match ban after seeing his fifth yellow card during Sunday's 2-1 win over Valencia.

Impact Hernandez ended on a fifth yellow card during his 30th start, putting him on the sideline for only the third time in 33 matches. The center-back will likely be replaced by Mamadou Mbaye, who has been the third-choice in central defense whenever Fali Jimenez or Hernandez go down.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in draw Hernandez recorded one tackle (one won), six clearances and kept a clean sheet in Friday's 0-0 draw versus Espanyol.

Impact Hernandez helped his team keep a clean sheet Friday, his second in his last three appearances. He contributed six clearances, one won tackle and a blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active display versus Real Madrid Hernandez made five tackles (three won), six clearances and one interception during Saturday's 2-0 loss against Real Madrid.

Impact Hernandez had his hands full against Madrid's talented attack led by Karim Benzema and his performance was one of the biggest reasons why his side could hold them scoreless for more than 70 minutes. The center-back is having one of his most productive La Liga campaigns so far and his ability to put up stat lines like this one makes him a very decent fantasy pick.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out loss to Real Madrid Hernandez was suspended for Thursday's 2-1 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Hernandez started in all 12 of his appearances to open the season but missed the 2022 finale after getting sent off Saturday against Getafe. Capable of playing both right-back and center-back, Hernandez is a key player who just extended his contract with Cadiz and should be a regular member of the lineup each week.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Given red card against Getafe Hernandez had two crosses (one accurate) and was shown a red card in Saturday's 0-0 tie to Getafe.

Impact Hernandez was issued the third red card of the match and will now miss the clash against Real Madrid on Wednesday. This is his second straight red card in his career as his absence will he crucial for Cadiz's defense against a very high-attacking Real Madrid team.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract through 2025 Hernandez signed a contract extension with Cadiz through 2025, it was announced Friday.

Impact Hernandez only joined in January of 2022 but quickly established himself as a regular starter and did enough to earn a new deal. Should he and his teammates pick up their form over the second half of the season, he could offer more production as well.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes seven clearances Hernandez seven clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 5-1 loss versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Hernandez was Cadiz' best player of the match by providing seven clearances in the back. He ups his clearances to 48 on the year with an average of 4.8 a match. The 33-year-old brings veteran experience in the back and it shows with 32 clearances, four blocks, and three interceptions in the last five matches played.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances Hernandez recorded four clearances with two blocks in Saturday's 0-0 tie to Villarreal.

Impact Hernandez has been Cadiz' most consistent player this season with already 25 clearances, 10 blocks and six interceptions so far on the campaign. He has also helped the team gain two clean sheets in a row with a total of nine clearances and four blocks in that span. This gives the Spaniard an average of 1.4 blocks and 3.5 clearances a match.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Hernandez made a block, a clearance and two interceptions in last weekend's 1-0 victory against Alaves. He also took a shot in the match.

Impact Hernandez kept eight clean sheets in 16 La Liga appearances (15 starts) since joining Cadiz from Maccabi Tel Aviv in January. The 33-year-old plugged straight into the Spanish side's starting lineup in central defense, and he will likely remain there to start next season.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Hernandez kept a clean sheet with four clearances made and conceded a yellow card during Monday's 1-0 win over Barcelona.

Impact Hernandez only just joined the starting lineup in February, but he's helped his side to seven clean sheets in 11 games, which is an impressive run despite a mostly soft schedule until now. Should they keep up the pace, Hernandez will next face two stronger opponents in Athletic Club and Sevilla.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Helps maintain clean sheet Hernandez logged four clearances and two blocks during a 1-0 win Sunday versus Villarreal.

Impact Hernandez logged Cadiz's best clearance and block tally to help the team maintain its fourth clean sheet across six La Liga games (all in which he recorded a start) following his Feb. 5 team debut.

MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE