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Not in plans anymore Mariano is fit to play but remains out of the plans of coach Eduardo Coudet moving forward, according to Estadio Deportivo.

Impact Mariano is not in the plans of coach Eduardo Coudet anymore since the striker confronted the coach after figuring out that he will be a substitute in the cup game against Sevilla. Mariano is fit to play but his contributions with his new club has been very limited and will likely be asked to find a new club in the coming months.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Oviedo Mariano (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's game against Real Oviedo, manager Eduardo Coudet told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "No, they [Mariano and Diarra] won...

Impact The striker has been dealing with injuries throughout the campaign, a trend that has persisted throughout his career. However, Mariano has missed just one game despite those recurrent fitness issues, as the medical staff has done a good job of managing him, and has spent most of the season as an unused sub. His absence won't affect many fantasy decisions, as Mariano is the third-best option at the CF role behind Lucas Boye (strain) and Toni Martinez.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Valencia Mariano (pinched nerve) resumed full team training in recent days and is back available for Monday's clash against Valencia, coach Gregoire Coudert said in the press conference. "T...

Impact Mariano has been dealing with a pinched nerve in the last weeks but seems to be doing fine after training in full with the squad in recent days. The striker is in good position to be available for Monday's clash against Valencia, although he shouldn't hold a starting role in the near future.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training on his own Mariano is dealing with a pinched nerve and has been working on a personalized training program to see whether he'll be able to face Valencia on Monday, according to Jon Prada of E...

Impact Mariano is working hard to get back to full speed, but the injury has limited him for quite some time. Even if healthy, the striker isn't expected to be the first-choice forward, so his potential absence shouldn't be a huge issue in fantasy.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Mariano (pinched nerve) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Elche.

Impact Mariano was uncertain for Sunday but has made the call for the contest, with the forward fit enough for a bench spot. He will more than likely continue in a rotational role moving forward, only starting in two of his seven appearances this campaign and having yet to make a goal contribution.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain to play Sunday Mariano is uncertain to play Sunday against Elche since he's dealing with a nerve issue, manager Eduardo Coudet told media Friday. "We don't know for sure with Mariano, he'll try F...

Impact Mariano is a backup option in the attack behind Lucas Boye. He's not expected to have a lot of fantasy upside even if deemed available.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Saturday Mariano recorded no stats in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Mallorca.

Impact Mariano replaced Lucas Boye in the 65th minute and only recorded three passes. Mariano has come off the bench five times in seven games and us yet to record a goal contribution.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Officially signs with Alaves Mariano has signed a two-year contract with Alaves until the end of the 2026/27 season.

Impact Mariano trained with Alaves in the preseason and seems to have convinced manager Eduardo Coudet enough to stick around on a two-year deal. The striker, who has played for Real Madrid, Sevilla and Lyon, among other teams, in the past, should add depth to the club's attacking line.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Agressive in late effort Mariano recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Cadiz.

Impact Mariano saw his first action since January 21, as he entered the match in the 84th minute in place of Lucas Ocampos. He made an immediate impact by firing three shots before the final whistle. He also managed to commit two fouls in the limited time.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Sunday Mariano (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Real Betis.

Impact Mariano will finally return to the squad and will be an option off the bench, but his fantasy appeal is minimal, as he rarely sees minutes even when healthy.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Mariano (knee) is out for Monday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Mariano is still not ready for a return, as he continues to struggle with a knee issue that has him missing his 11th straight match Monday. Not much has been released on the player's status since going down with the problem, but he will hope for a return in the club's next match against Betis on Sunday.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Getafe Mariano (knee) will not travel with Sevilla to face Getafe on Saturday, Jose Manuel Rodriguez of El Diario De Sevilla reports.

Impact Mariano has been dealing with a nagging knee problem, but it seems he won't be part of the coaching staff's plans even when he's healthy. His next chance to play will come against Las Palmas on April 14.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for match action Mariano (knee) is not in the squad to face Celta Vigo on Sunday.

Impact Mariano returned to training in the buildup to the match, but ultimately misses out on his eighth straight La Liga fixture. The forward could be available following the international break with just under two weeks before Sevilla's next match.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Mariano (knee) was back in group training Wednesday ahead of Sunday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Mariano looks to be close to full fitness, as after training individually Tuesday, he is back with the full team in training Wednesday. This gives the forward a decent chance to make the team sheet Sunday, as with four days until the contest, he should be able to reach full fitness by then. He will just hope to avoid the injury after returning from the knee issues, as he has now missed 18 contests this season due to injury.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Mariano (knee) was not selected for Sunday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Mariano will now miss his fifth straight match, having yet to recover from a knee issue. His absence still won't affect the team, as he has only started twice in nine appearances this season. However, they would still like to add depth to the squad, hoping for his return against Real Sociedad next Saturday.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to sit out Mariano has missed the last four matches with a kneecap injury.

Impact Mariano continues to struggle with fitness, playing just two matches in 2024. This resulted in just six appearances on the campaign, with two of them coming as starts during his first year with the side since joining from Real Madrid.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Given bench nod Mariano (knee) is on the bench for Friday's match against Alaves.

Impact Mariano is finally back with the team for game day, ending a seven-match absence due to a knee issue by ending up on the bench. He has held a minimal role for Sevilla this season, only appearing seven times while starting twice, so he should be expected to continue on a bench role moving forward. He has yet to bag a goal this season despite being a striker and will now look to work on that moving forward.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns call up Mariano (knee) was called up for Friday's clash with Alaves.

Impact Mariano was called up for Friday's match after missing over a month with a knee injury. The forward isn't a major starter even when fully fit but should be a nice bench option to get back as he continues to recover his fitness from the knee injury.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Inching closer to return Mariano (knee) is not too far along from returning, but will not play Thursday's match against Athletic Club, said manager Quique Sanchez Flores. "With Mariano we are close to bein...

Impact Mariano sat out the last month of 2023 with a knee injury. His lack of fitness and preventing injuries has resulted in just two starts in seven appearances in all competitions thus far since joining from Real Madrid. The forward will aim for a Jan 12 return against Alaves.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Getafe Mariano (knee) is not in the squad to face Getafe on Saturday.

Impact Mariano is set to miss a fourth game in a row due to a knee injury, and he has no clear timetable for his return. His next chance to play will come against Granada on Dec. 19, but even if he's available, he's not expected to have a prominent role and should see most of his minutes off the bench.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Missing from squad Mariano will miss his third straight match Tuesday against Lens due to a long-term knee problem.

Impact Mariano was an unused substitute in two consecutive contests before suffering his knee injury but may still have been pressed into service Tuesday with Dodi Lukebakio (knee) and Lucas Ocampos (suspension) both unavailable. If the rest of the squad is fully fit, Mariano figures to serve primarily in a substitute role.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Cadiz Mariano (thigh) is in the squad to face Cadiz on Saturday.

Impact Mariano was not part of the squad that played against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, but he makes the team here and could be an option off the bench. He will compete with Youssef En-Nesyri and Rafa Mir for minutes at the forward position.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in match day squad Mariano (thigh) is out for Tuesday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Mariano was expected to be on the team sheet on Tuesday after making the preliminary squad but ultimately will be left on the sidelines for the match. This will now be his fourth straight match missed, and he will hope to return by the weekend for their match against Cadiz.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Mariano (undisclosed) was called up for Tuesday's clash with Arsenal.

Impact Mariano was unavailable against Real Madrid but was called back up to the first team for Tuesday's match. The forward hasn't taken any sort of significant role and is more likely than not set to be an unused substitute back in the Champions League.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against former team Mariano (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Mariano had resumed training, and there was a chance he could've been available to face his former team, but he's still not ready, so head coach Diego Alonso didn't include him in the squad for Saturday. His next chance to play will come Tuesday against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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