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Available against Oviedo Felipe (hamstring) is back available for Sunday's clash against Oviedo, coach Inigo Perez said in the press conference.

Impact Felipe has been struggling with injuries since several seasons now and could recover from a hamstring injury over the international break. The center-back trained in full this week and is back available for Sunday's clash against Oviedo. That said, although he was an undisputed starter prior to his injury, he will likely be eased back given his injury prone status.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Training on grass Luiz Felipe (hamstring) is training on grass and touching the ball but is not ready to return yet, according to Union Rayo.

Impact The Brazilian defender is expected to be available after the November international break if he doesn't suffer any setbacks in the final stages of the recovery process. Felipe hasn't played since Sept. 14, but he had been a regular starter prior to the injury.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury again Felipe suffered a new hamstring injury and is set to miss several weeks to recover, according to Union Rayo.

Impact Felipe has been struggling to keep himself fit for several seasons and suffered a new hamstring injury in Sunday's clash against Osasuna that will leave him sidelined for several weeks. This is a blow for Rayo Vallecano since Felipe was expected to be a regular starter for the club, and his absence will force a change in the starting XI with Jozhua Vertrouwd likely taking his spot while he is out.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Off after 10 minutes Felipe was taken off the field in the 10th minute of Sunday's match against Osasuna due to an apparent injury.

Impact Felipe wouldn't make it long in Sunday's contest, with the defender leaving the field after 10 minutes due to an undisclosed injury. This is an unfortunate loss for the club as they will now hope for the best news possible, as he has started in all four games this season. He was replaced by Jozhua Vertrouwd, a possible replacement if Felipe misses more time.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Athletic Felipe (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Athletic Club.

Impact Felipe was a late call as he battled through an undisclosed issue, but has come out on the other side fit, with the defender earning a spot in the starting XI immediately. He has now started in both games to begin the season, clearly earning a starting role this campaign.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Athletic Felipe (undisclosed) will be a late call for Monday's clash against Athletic, coach Inigo Perez said in the press conference. "We have one more training session. We'll see the day...

Impact Felipe is being managed carefully by Rayo Vallecano due to his injury history and missed Thursday's Conference League clash against Neman for that reason. The center-back will be a late call for Monday's match against Athletic and will be assessed after Sunday's training session to determine if he can make the squad. If he is unavailable, Pelayo Fernandez and Jozhua Vertrouwd are the possible replacements in the backline.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Managed carefully by club Felipe reportedly asked to be substituted at halftime of Friday's 3-1 win over Girona due to muscular fatigue and was left out of the UEFA Conference League squad as he is being ca...

Impact Felipe has dealt with several injuries in recent seasons, playing less than 500 total minutes in league action since 2023, and is therefore being carefully managed by his new club. As a precaution, he was left out of the squad for Thursday's UEFA Conference League clash against Neman to allow him to fully focus on La Liga and avoid any setbacks, with Rayo Vallecano facing an important match against Athletic on Monday.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Rayo Vallecano Luiz Felipe has completed a permanent transfer from Marseille to Rayo Vallecano, his new club announced Monday.

Impact The Brazilian defender made just four appearances (two starts) for Marseille in the 2024/25 season, but he's set to return to Spain after spending two seasons at Betis between 2022/23 and 2023/24. He should add some much-needed depth at center-back.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

French club Marseille signs Italian defender Luiz Felipe as free agent

French league club Marseille has signed Italy international Luiz Felipe as a free agent after the defender terminated his contract with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Transfer to Saudi Felipe will be transferring to Al-Ittihad from Betis, announced by the clubs on Thursday.

Impact Felipe will be joining the likes of Karim Benzema and N'golo Kante after being dealt to the Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad from Betis on Thursday. The Brazilian accumulated 32 appearances over the past two seasons for Betis, registering 44 tackles, 41 interceptions and 136 clearances during his time with the club. This transfer will leave Betis with a hole in the defense, as the defender has started all four games this season. Expect the likes of Juan Miranda, Jose Calderon or Marc Bartra to start in the middle of the defense with Felipe leaving.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Role suffers due to injury Felipe made 23 appearances (22 starts) in La Liga during the 2022-23 season.

Impact Felipe was the first choice on the team sheet during his first season at Betis. That said he failed to take a consistent role in the first team simply due to injuries that seemed to plague him throughout. Felipe will hope to avoid those injuries and take on a major role heading into 2023-24.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes seven clearances Felipe generated one cross (zero accurate) and seven clearances in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 60th minute.

Impact Luiz Felipe was very active on the defensive end, but unfortunately, his efforts were not enough to give Betis the win or even a clean sheet. The Brazilian defender is likely to remain in the lineup when Betis take on Girona on Sunday.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in squad Felipe (thigh) was included in the match-day squad versus Rayo Vallecano on Monday.

Impact Felipe is back after having missed just one match due to his thigh problem. In his last six outings, the central defender generated 28 clearances, 10 tackles (six won) and seven interceptions. Barring any setbacks, Felipe should be in contention to reclaim his place in the starting XI against Sevilla on May 21.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injured again Felipe suffered a thigh injury in Saturday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Felipe, having only recently returned from three weeks out, has suffered another setback in what has been an injury-hit debut season in La Liga. His replacement, Edgar Gonzalez, was sent off and will be suspended for Thursday's match against Athletic Club. This leaves manager Manuel Pellegrini dangerously short of cover at centre-back and he maybe forced to play somebody out of position if Victor Ruiz fails to recover from a muscle injury.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Atletico Felipe (undisclosed) is in Betis' starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Felipe is back in the XI alongside German Pezzella in central defense after missing Betis' last two games prior to the international break due to injury.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training on birthday Felipe (undisclosed) returned to training with Betis on Wednesday, Spanish newspaper ABC reports.

Impact Felipe has missed his side's last three games across all competitions since getting injured in the first leg of the Europa League Round of 16 tie against Manchester United in early March, but he's returned to the squad now -- on his 26th birthday, no less -- and will hope to regain fitness in time to return for the La Liga game against Atletico Madrid on April 2. Edgar Gonzalez or Victor Ruiz has replaced him as German Pezzella's center-back partner in the meantime.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for selection Felipe is eligible to return from a one-match ban he picked up against Celta Vigo.

Impact Felipe was shown a straight red card during second half stoppage time and was handed a one-match ban. The defender is now set to return to the first time, with a consistent starting role likely on tap for the defender.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Celta Felipe received a straight red card for violent conduct in the 95th minute of Saturday's defeat against Celta Vigo. He took a shot on target and made four clearances and two interc...

Impact Felipe will now be suspended at least for next weekend's clash against Almeria following his sending off on Saturday, and possibly for longer if La Liga deems it necessary. This was his second red card in his last four appearances since the World Cup break, with Edgar Gonzalez likely to replace him in central defense once again.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Felipe has served his two-game suspension and is eligible to return at Getafe this Saturday.

Impact Felipe received a straight red card during a scoreless Betis draw with Athletic Club just before the turn of the new year. German Pezzella will presumably head back to the bench with his return to the lineup.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eventful scoreless draw Felipe received a straight red card during stoppage time of Thursday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club. Prior to being sent off, he made 11 clearances, won two tackles and kept t...

Impact Felipe was his squad's best defender Thursday, pacing all players on the pitch in clearances, but he will now be unavailable due to suspension for an 8 January visit to Rayo Vallecano. German Pezzella is the most likely replacement in the near-term and should vacuum up most of the absent minutes in central defense.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shown straight red card Luiz Felipe was shown a straight red card during stoppage time of Thursday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Luiz Felipe was sent off for a violent challenge that nearly sparked a brawl. The defender will be suspended for a Sunday trip to Rayo Vallecano at the very least. Edgar Gonzalez could see a return to the starting XI in that match.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seen in training Felipe (thigh) participated in Tuesday's training session, according to Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Felipe missed five straight matches before the World Cup as a muscular injury was pushed too hard. He now has until a Dec. 29 match against Athletic Club and should have more than enough time to reprise his starting role.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in training Felipe (thigh) participated in Tuesday's training session ahead of Thursday's trip to Sevilla, according to Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Felipe was already declared to be out through the World Cup but he's already back in training and on the road to recovery. For the final match before the mid-season break, Edgar Gonzalez or Victor Ruiz could take Felipe's place in the lineup.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out through World Cup Felipe will be out until after the World Cup with a thigh injury suffered in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid, according to manager Manuel Pellegrini.

Impact Felipe suffered the injury after just 20 minutes of Sunday's match and will miss at least five matches between the league and UEL. Victor Ruiz replaced Felipe following the injury and either Ruiz or Edgar Gonzalez will take his place in the lineup.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Felipe completed his suspension during Sunday's draw with Valladolid and will be available for Sunday's match against Almeria.

Impact Felipe has started in six straight games when available, keeping some nice continuity during a transitional period early in the season when the roster was stuck in registration rules and contending with transfers. In his return, Felipe could start alongside Edgar Gonzalez in central-defense.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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French club Marseille signs Italian defender Luiz Felipe as free agent