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Returning from suspension Vesga is eligible to feature in Monday's clash against Mallorca after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Vesga missed Thursday's loss to Sevilla while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he's started 23 of of Bilbao's 31 La Liga games this season and is likely to slot straight back into the XI in defensive midfield against Mallorca.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Vesga was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 2-1 win over Almeria and is set for a one-match ban.

Impact Vesga picked up his fifth yellow card and will be suspended for a Thursday clash with Sevilla. The midfielder has avoided yellow card trouble for the most part but just couldn't stay out of the official's book Saturday. Ander Herrera and Dani Garcia are likely to form a partnership in defensive midfield with Vesga suspended.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist Vesga registered an assist and had one shot off target in Saturday's 2-0 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Vesga picked up his first assist since November and now has three in total to go with his three goals, both of which are career highs for a single season. The midfielder has missed one game so far this campaign, making 22 starts, but he is better known for his defensive work and he offers little in the way of attacking returns.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty kick Vesga scored one goal to go with five shots (two on target) in Friday's 3-1 victory versus Valladolid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minute.

Impact Vesga made his first goal since Oct 8 after Joaquin Fernandez' handball in the ball resulted in a penalty kick for Athletic Club. He has not been known as a goal scorer, but has managed to surpass his career high for a single season with three. He also recorded a career high of chances created with 17. The midfielder generated one goal, 11 clearances, 10 tackles (five won) and three chances created in the last seven games.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal in loss Vesga made two tackles (one won) and one interception and scored an own goal during Sunday's 3-2 loss against Girona.

Impact Vesga had a day to forget here, not only having unimpressive stats but also heading the ball into his own net when trying to clear a free-kick cross during first half's stoppage time. Like many of his fellow holding midfielders, Vesga's fantasy appeal isn't that great because of the overall lack of input on the attacking end.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Logs assist in win Vesga assisted once to go with zero corners in Tuesday's 3-0 victory against Valladolid.

Impact Vesga helped Gorka Guruzeta to his second goal of the night en route to a convincing home victory. With two goals and two assists in 13 starts, Vesga has had a bright start to the season and should continue to be an important piece of the lineup in 2023.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Valladolid Vesga (strain) is in Bilbao's starting lineup for Tuesday's clash against Real Valladolid.

Impact Vesga has recovered from a muscle injury he suffered against Girona on Friday and he's back in the XI alongside Ander Herrera in defensive midfield on Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Tuesday's match Vesga (strain) has been called up by Athletic Club for Tuesday's clash against Real Valladolid.

Impact Vesga is dealing with a muscular injury after subbing off just before the hour mark against Girona at the weekend. He should be in Bilbao's match day squad versus Valladolid on Tuesday but perhaps Unai Vencedor could start in his place in defensive midfield if Vesga is not fully fit.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscular issues Vesga is dealing with a muscular injury and may not be fully fit for Tuesday's match against Real Valladolid, according to manager Ernesto Valverde via MARCA.

Impact Vesga only played for 55 minutes of Friday's loss to Girona but it seems like the injury is a newer situation since then. In his place, Unai Vencedor could join the starting lineup after finally earning a bigger place in the plans of the manager.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Saves day with tidy strike Vesga scored one goal from one shot in 34 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Sevilla.

Impact Vesga gave his team a hard-fought point via an impressive strike, which he struck with the outside of his boot and watched as it curled away from Marko Dmitrovic and into the net. He's now scored goals in two straight appearances off the bench, which one would hope pushes him into the starting lineup over Dani Garcia at some point soon.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in win Vesga scored one goal from one shot in 11 minutes off the bench during Friday's 4-0 win over Almeria.

Impact Vesga returned from a hamstring injury to score the final goal of an impressive team showing in Friday's game. With starts in the first four matches of the season, Vesga figures to play plenty but expect his contributions to be more defensive with 16 tackles and just seven shots to his name so far.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for selection Vesga (hamstring) is available for selection ahead of Friday's match against Almeria.

Impact Vesga picked up a minor hamstring injury in the middle of September and missed one match as a result of the injury. Though he's started four of his five appearances this season, Vesga should still rotate at some point with Dani Garcia and Ander Herrera as a defensive-minded midfielder.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring injury Vesga has suffered a right hamstring injury, his club announced Wednesday.

Impact Vesga could be a big loss more for the team than for fantasy, though he does have 16 tackles and seven interceptions to his name in five games. While Ander Herrera might normally take his place in the midfield, he's on the sidelines too so Unai Vencedor and Dani Garcia are two options to start since it's highly unlikely Vesga is fit for Saturday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Vesga provided one assist from one chance created and won four-of-four tackles during Sunday's 1-0 win over Valencia.

Impact Vesga set up Alex Berenguer for the team's first goal of the season after two solid home performances. Playing next to Oihan Sancet, who was a striker last season, has resulted in some interestingly sound attacking displays without compromising complete defensive integrity. As Vesga himself has taken three shots as well, he could be a decently valuable defensive-midfielder.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays first half of season finale Vesga created a chance and made a clearance in last weekend's 1-0 defeat against Sevilla.

Impact Vesga scored two goals in 32 La Liga appearances (17 starts) this season, but only four of those starts came before February. Youngster Unai Vencedor seems to have become the preferred option in midfield after a promising breakout campaign, but Vesga should still get opportunities to play next season, maybe rotating more with 32-year-old Dani Garcia.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Granada Vesga was shown a red card in the 85th minute of Tuesday's defeat against Granada following a foul on German Sanchez for his second booking of the match.

Impact Vesga was a second-half substitute into Tuesday's game but he didn't last half an hour before he was sent off after two yellow cards. He will be suspended for Sunday's clash against Osasuna, where Unai Vencedor will likely continue in midfield in his place.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension nullified Vesga's second booking in Thursday's victory against Cadiz has been overturned by La Liga, and he will be available for next weekend's Atletico game.

Impact Vesga has started 10 consecutive La Liga games in midfield for Bilbao, and he's back in contention for the next match after his yellow card suspension was nullified.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, sent off in win Vesga scored one goal, made seven clearances and was sent off in the 81st minute after conceding two yellow cards during Thursday's 3-2 win over Cadiz.

Impact Vesga took a tidy low strike from the edge of the box that gave his team a three-goal lead but later picked up a second bookable offense. Fortunately, his team held on, but Vesga will now be suspended for the Apr. 30 match against Atletico Madrid. In his absence, Dani Garcia and Unai Vencedor are likely to start in midfield.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Celta Vesga (undisclosed) is in Athletic's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Celta Vigo.

Impact Vesga suffered an undisclosed knock in last weekend's draw against Villarreal, but he has recovered and is back in the lineup from the start on Sunday.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Villarreal Vesga was subbed out of Saturday's draw against Villarreal in the 27th minute after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact The severity of Vesga's injury is unclear at the moment, but he was replaced by Alex Petxarroman in midfield on Saturday. The return of Dani Garcia from a groin injury will also relieve pressure on Vesga to rush whatever potential recovery he may require.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Vesga scored one goal from one shot during Monday's 3-1 win over Levante.

Impact It's a good day when Vesga can find the net, as he scored his first league goal in three seasons. Given this situation, he's likely to keep his place in the lineup in the next match at Betis but may not have much to offer in fantasy.

MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Barcelona Vesga (head) is in Bilbao's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Barcelona.

Impact Vesga suffered a head injury in last weekend's victory in the Basque derby, but he's fit again and back in the starting XI Sunday alongside Unai Vencedor in midfield.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early in win Vesga won three-of-three tackles and made four interceptions before leaving after a head-to-head collision in the 62nd minute of Sunday's 4-0 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Vesga has been a solid contributor recently with two consecutive starts but he may need to miss some time after colliding with Mikel Merino, who was already confirmed to have suffered a concussion. Fortunately, Unai Vencedor was able to return from his own injury and could fill Vesga's place in the lineup if needed.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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