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Remains out Valjent (undisclosed) won't be ready to return Saturday and has been ruled out of facing Granada, manager Javier Aguirre told media during his pre-match press conference. "Valjent...

Impact Mallorca are being extremely cautious with Valjent, and they're looking to have him back at full strength following the international break, as Mallorca will definitively need him for the stretch run of the campaign. Expect Copete to remain in the starting lineup with Valjent sidelined, though Siebe Van der Heyden is also an option.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Valjent is not an option for Friday's match against Barcelona, as manager Javier Aguirre reported, "Valjent and Omar are out."

Impact Valjent appears to be heading back to the sidelines, having been announced as out for the Barcelona match due to an undisclosed issue. The club has yet to release what the problem is with the defender, but the probable culprit is the knee injury he has been dealing with since the start of December. A timetable for the player's return is also unknown, but he will hope for only a short absence, as he has started in every match he has been an option for this season. With that being said, expect Siebe Van der Heyden or Copete to get the start in Valjent's place, remaining in that role until he is healthy again.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Valjent (knee) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Real Sociedad.

Impact Valjent has been dealing with the injury over the last two months, missing last week's match after returning for three matches after sitting out four straight previously. The defender has started all 20 of his La Liga appearances helping Mallorca keep four clean sheets while making 71 clearances.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Valjent didn't play against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday due to a knee injury, manager Javier Aguirre told Miguel Chacartegui of El Diario de Mallorca.

Impact Valjent has been a regular starter for Mallorca throughout the season, so his absence on the defensive end will be a great deal for the team. Aguirre acknowledged that the team wants to take care of Valjent given how important he is to the team, though it seems the injury isn't overly serious. He should be considered questionable to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Valjent (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Valjent returns from a knee injury which has kept him out of Mallorca's last four matches. The defender had started every La Liga match for the club prior to the injury making 20 tackles and 63 clearances.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return against Villarreal Valjent (knee) will make a return for Saturday's trip against Villarreal, per manager Javier Aguirre. "They [Valjent] are one hundred percent. They [Valjent] are both ready to pla...

Impact Valjent had missed the last four matches with a knee injury, but is ready to make a return to the pitch Saturday. He will look to get the start at center back after having made all 16 starts thus far, while also starting in every match played for the last three campaigns.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Valjent (knee) has been ruled out to face Celta Vigo on Saturday, manager Javier Aguirre told media during his pre-match press conference Friday.

Impact Valjent has not played for Mallorca since suffering an injury against Sevilla in early December. While he was initially expected to be out for around a month, that timeline proved to be short and unrealistic. Valjent's next chance to play will come against Villarreal on Jan. 20, and players such as Siebe van der Heyden and Antonio Raillo will continue to see more minutes while Valjent is out.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for month absence Valjent suffered a knee injury during Saturday's 1-0 win over Sevilla and is set for a one month absence, per COPE Mallorca.

Impact Valjent is set to miss his first matches of the season after having started the first 16 matches for the team at center back. He has been averaging about 3.9 clearances per game, with 15 in the last five contests. This will give Copete a shot for more minute on the pitch during his absence.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances in loss Valjent had three tackles (two won) and four clearances in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 73rd minute.

Impact Valjent had a good defensive outing, but it wasn't enough to avoid the loss at home. The centerback led Mallorca in clearances during the game, while making the second-most tackles as well. But he also received his first yellow card of the season in the proccess.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slightly down defensively Valjent logged 132 clearances and 29 interceptions across his 30 appearances of Mallorca's 2022-23 season.

Impact Despite attempting more tackles, Valjent logged fewer clearances and interceptions compared to his 2021-22 La Liga season. The decreases could be attributed to fewer opportunities though, as Valjent played six less games this season. But despite what should be considered a downgrade season, Valjent remained one of Mallorca's preferred central defenders and is expected to continue being a regular fixture in that team's starting XI.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nine clearances in win Valjent had nine clearances and three interceptions in Friday's 1-0 victory against Cadiz.

Impact Valjent helped keep the sheet clean on Friday with nine clearances. He's totaled 36 clearances in the last six matches to give him an average of 4.3 a game.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Valjent (undisclosed) was named to the starting XI against Athletic on Monday.

Impact Valjent had missed four of the club's last seven contests but once again finds himself in the starting XI. Considering the central defender has started all 24 of his appearances this season, he should continue to feature prominently for the club moving forward. In that role, Valjent figures to produce primarily defensive stats, specifically clearances, interceptions and tackles.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Wednesday Valjent was a late scratch in the lineup for Wednesday's match against Atletico Madrid with an apparent injury.

Impact Valjent was pulled from the lineup Wednesday after picking up an undisclosed injury, therefore Dennis Hadzikadunic got the start at center back instead. He had recently returned from a back injury in March, so the defender will hope his new injury is nothing too serious.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns on Sunday Valjent is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Valladolid.

Impact Valjent returns from a back injury that has kept him out of Mallorca's previous three matches. The defender has helped his club keep seven clean sheets in 21 appearances while being second on the team with 76 clearances and 12 blocks.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses third straight Valjent (back) will not be in the squad to face Osasuna on Friday.

Impact Valjent will once again find himself watching from the sidelines after missing his third consecutive contest due to his back injury. With the central defender unavailable, Giovanni Gonzalez will feature in the starting XI in his stead, especially with Ludwig Augustinsson (ankle) also unavailable.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses loss to Betis with injury Valjent (undisclosed) missed his second consecutive game due to injury last weekend against Betis.

Impact Valjent suffered this injury in the defeat to Elche on March 4 and missed Mallorca's ensuing games against Real Sociedad and Real Betis, with Giovanni Gonzalez sliding into the back-three to replace him alongside Antonio Raillo and Matija Nastasic for the matches. Valjent will have an extended period of time to recover during the international break before the clash with Osasuna on March 31.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances in loss Valjent made one tackle, four clearances and one block and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Valjent put up another solid performance, racking up at least four clearances for the sixth time over his last seven starts. The center-back has all the tools to be a nice fantasy pick but his knack for getting yellow cards could be an issue as he was booked on both matches after his return from the first one-match ban of the campaign.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Valjent has served his one-match ban and will be eligible to play against Valladolid on Saturday.

Impact Valjent had started 13 of the club's 14 league matches before picking up his fifth yellow card of the season. As such, the central defender should be a near-lock for the starting XI where he figures to offer decent mid-range fantasy value given his ability to rack up defensive stats.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Banned against Getafe Valjent, who picked up his fifth yellow of the season before the break, will be ineligible to play versus Getafe on Friday due to a one-match ban.

Impact Valjent has been a mainstay on the backline this season, starting all but one of the club's La Liga competitions. The central defender should continue producing a high number of clearances once back on the pitch but otherwise figures to offer little in the way of fantasy value considering he has zero shots on target in 13 contests this season.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Main defender in win Valjent had four clearances and two blocks in Sunday's 2-0 win against Villarreal.

Impact Valjent had to be the top defender in the match with Antonio Raillo sitting out on suspension. He did a delightful job with getting the ball out of the area with his fourth game in a row totaling four or more clearances. The Slovakian is averaging 3.1 clearances a contest while helping lead the defense for a Mallorca side that has only allowed 13 goals, seventh least in the league.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fine despite early exit Valjent is considered fit despite asking to depart early in Saturday's 2-1 win over Valencia, according to manager Javier Aguirre ahead of Friday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Valjent had completed the full 90 in his previous nine appearances until Saturday, which made his departure a little unexpected. With the good news, there shouldn't be much worry about his status as a defensive starter alongside Antonio Raillo and Copete or Matija Nastasic.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Acquires three interceptions Valjent acquired three interceptions and three clearances during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Betis.

Impact Valjent helped the Mallorca defense, preventing multiple chances and stopping the opposing offense from taking over the match. The defender has been a viable player for the Mallorca squad, starting in the past 38 matches since 2021. With his success in the defensive line, Valjent is likely to be a key player for success during the 2022 season.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Valjent made six clearances and won two of two tackles in last weekend's 2-0 victory against Osasuna.

Impact Valjent kept nine clean sheets in 36 La Liga games this campaign (all starts), and the 26-year-old will remain Mallorca's first-choice center back next season after avoiding relegation on the final match day.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 11 clearances in draw Valjent made 11 clearances, one interception and one draw while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Wednesday's scoreless draw against Sevilla.

Impact Valjent was rock-solid at the heart of the defense, racking up a season-high 11 clearances and being key for his side to keep the opposition scoreless and save a precious point in the fight against relegation. With 27 clearances over his last four starts, the centre back will try to keep it up during Sunday's home clash against Rayo Vallecano..

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Valjent (illness) made a block, four clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Valjent returned to the lineup Saturday after missing last weekend's defeat with an illness, and he shut out the defending La Liga champions to earn a huge result that lifts his side out of the relegation zone. This was Mallorca's first clean sheet since December, and he will want to do it again next weekend versus Elche, which have scored 31 goals in 30 matches this season.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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