LUIS PEREZ NEWS

Back in squad Perez is back in the matchday squad for Thursday's game against Real Betis,

Impact Perez returns to the squad after missing two games due to off-field issues. It's unclear if he'll start right away, but at the very least, he adds depth on the defensive end for La Pucela.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not in match squad Monday Perez (Coach's decision) didn't feature in the match squad for Monday's 4-2 defeat to Atletico after an emotional week following his altercation on the bench with Juanmi Latasa in...

Impact Perez and Juanmi Latasa were involved in a heated dispute on the bench during their last match, nearly escalating into a physical confrontation. Valladolid's leadership responded strongly, issuing public statements confirming disciplinary measures and requesting both players to make public apologies. That response was not deemed sufficient, as the coach excluded both from the squad for Monday's match to maintain group cohesion through the end of the season. It is still uncertain whether Perez will be brought back into the squad soon. His absence is a blow for the side, as he has been a regular presence in defense this season despite starting only two of the last five matches.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots Perez crossed three times (two accurate), created two chances and blocked two shots during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Valencia.

Impact Perez was a part of the Valladolid back four that allowed two goals on Saturday leading his side with two blocks. The fullback has combined for three chances created and nine crosses over his last three appearances, but has yet to have a goal involvement this season.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in blowout loss Perez had four crosses (one accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 5-1 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Perez recorded four crosses in Saturday's blowout loss, his 11th match this season with four or more. On the defensive end he won one tackle, intercepted one pass, made three clearances and blocked one shot as he and his side allowed five goals for the third time this season.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in seven crosses Perez crossed seven times (one accurate) and created a chance during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Perez was held off the scoresheet, but led Valladolid with seven crosses in the draw. The fullback has combined for two chances created and 11 crosses over his last three fixtures and has started every match this season for Valladolid playing the entirety of all, but one match.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Perez (knock) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Rayo.

Impact Perez came off with a knock against Mallorca, but is now back fit and straight into the starting XI. The defender is a big part of the first team and has gone the full 90 in every single match he's stayed fit for. He should be in for a major role once more Saturday.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in some work Perez was forced off in the 51st minute of Friday's loss to Mallorca and was able to return to some parts of training ahead of Saturday's trip to Rayo Vallecano, according to manag...

Impact Perez only played up to 51 minutes for the first time this season following a minor injury against Mallorca. He will aim to keep his starting role for Saturday if fit, having recorded 34 crosses (10 accurate), 16 clearances and 15 tackles in eight appearances, all of them coming as starts.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses in draw Perez registered one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact Perez was solid in Saturday's draw, notching three chances created and seven crosses against Sociedad. This marks a new match high for shots in a match this campaign, while his seven crosses tied a match-high for the season. He has yet to miss a start this campaign, starting and playing the full 90 in all six appearances.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Promotion proceeded by great effort Perez logged seven crosses (three accurate) and created two chances during Valladolid's 0-0 draw Wednesday against Leganes.

Impact Perez helped Valladolid earn promotion to the La Liga only one season after getting demoted. Despite the defender not having an assist across 2024 yet, his great effort has led to that kind of output post-promotion. Since then, Perez has recorded six accurate crosses and four chances created across three games Valladolid's team played.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Surprise starter against Getafe Peres (groin) is in Valladolid's starting lineup for Sunday's season finale against Getafe.

Impact Perez was expected to miss the rest of the season when he tore an adductor muscle in a loss to Rayo about a month ago, but he's recovered in time to return to the XI at right-back for the season finale on Sunday.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season with groin tear Perez has torn an adductor muscle and has been ruled out for the rest of the campaign, Valladolid announced Wednesday.

Impact Perez had to come out of last weekend's win over Rayo on a stretcher after suffering this injury in the first half, and an MRI this week confirmed that he will not play again this season. The 28-year-old made 17 appearances (14 starts) during his sophomore campaign in La Liga, keeping three clean sheet and recording an assist mostly from right-back, though he also missed a few months due to injury from September to November. Ivan Fresneda should take over as the starter in his position for the final few games of the season.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off in first half Perez (undisclosed) was brought off in the first half of Thursday's clash with Rayo due to an apparent injury.

Impact Perez only made it 24 minutes before an injury forced him off and brought Ivan Fresneda onto the pitch at right wing-back. Perez had seen constant rotation with Fresneda at right-back of late, though had seemingly made some progress in securing the starting job with two consecutive starts. While Perez is injured Fresneda projects to see major minutes in the starting XI. Perez has some extra time to recover before a May 14 clash with Sevilla.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good performance off the bench. Luis Perez recorded four crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Villarreal.

Impact Perez recorded four crosses, the highest in his team. He also made a great defensive contribution with four tackles and one clearance. He has been decent with crossing and has averaged one cross per game this season.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in draw Perez had five crosses (two accurate), won one of four tackles attempted and helped keep a clean sheet in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Perez had a solid performance Sunday, as he whipped in five crosses and kept a clean sheet. His five crosses set a new season high for the defender, and his two accurate crosses match another. He played well defensively in the clean sheet too, as he won one of four tackles attempted, intercepted one pass and made two clearances in his 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Perez had an assist while crossing three times (one accurate), creating two chances and making six tackles (winning four) during Sunday's 1-0 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Perez set up Cyle Larin in the 73rd minute assisting the lone goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season in nine appearances for the fullback while his six tackles tied for the team-high total in the win.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Named to match-day squad Perez (groin) was included in the match-day squad against Real Madrid on Friday.

Impact It's the first appearance for Perez since Sept. 9 versus Girona, a stretch of nine games on the shelf for the right-back. Prior to getting hurt, Perez started the first five matches of the season and could be in the mix to reclaim that spot on the pitch moving forward.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Now out for two months Perez has been ruled out for the next two months after undergoing surgery on his groin, his club announced Friday.

Impact Perez is taking his time to get fully fit as an injury lingered from the end of last season and the World Cup break gives him basically until 2023 without missing a great deal of matches. Academy product Ivan Fresneda should slot in as the starting right-back until Perez comes back.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Cadiz Perez will miss Friday's match against Cadiz due to an adductor issue, according to manager Pacheta via Jesus Dominguez of AS.

Impact Perez now has the international break to recover from what appears to be a minor muscular injury. This news could permit Ivan Fresneda to make another appearance, this time from kickoff, against a team that has yet to score this season.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Perez (muscular) is on the bench for Thursday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Perez suffered an injury in the May 2 contest and missed the match over the weekend, but it looks like he's healthy again. While he may not make an appearance off the bench Thursday, he should be an option to start Sunday at Sociedad, returning to his role at right-back.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE