ILAIX MORIBA NEWS

Decent two-way display in win Moriba generated two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Deportivo Alaves. He also added four tackles, two clearances and one interception.

Impact Moriba didn't find the back of the net in this game, but he made his presence felt on both sides of the ball and racked up decent defensive stats. He's started in all but three of his 13 Liga appearances so far, but as a holding midfielder who doesn't contribute forward too much, his fantasy upside is limited. He only has one assist, 10 shots and 10 chances created in those 13 contests.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

On scoresheet Moriba assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Elche.

Impact Moriba recorded an assist with one key pass in 45 minutes of play Sunday. He is not the most effective option in the midfield for the team, recording just one shot on target with four key passes and 10 tackles one in the seven league games played, however has ben dispossessed four times in that span as well.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Celta Vigo until 2029 Moriba has signed a contract with Celta Vigo until 2029, joining from Leipzig on a permanent move, his new club announced.

Impact Moriba had a complete season with Celta Vigo while on loan from Leipzig, appearing in 33 games, scoring once and providing one assist while contributing brilliantly in the defensive area with 68 tackles, 14 interceptions and 28 clearances. Moriba convinced the Spanish club to sign him for the next four seasons, and he will surely be a key player in the midfield moving forward. That said, his ability to anchor the midfield with strength and consistency could help stabilize Celta's spine next season, especially in Europe.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE

Menace in midfield Ilaix Moriba had three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th minute.

Impact Moriba was a force to be reckoned with in the middle of the pitch on Saturday against Getafe. In 89 minutes played, the 22 year old won the most duels in the match with eight, made six passes into the final third, won three of his four tackles, and made four recoveries. Moriba only started 22 games this year for the club, but he did make the starting 11 for Celta Vigo's final four matches of the season.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in win Moriba scored once on two shots (two on target), created one scoring chance and attempted one tackle (one successful) in Saturday's 3-2 win against Sevilla.

Impact Moriba registered the game's opening goal Saturday, slotting it into the bottom left corner after a stunning display of dribbling. It ended his season-long scoring drought, and it's only his second goal of his four-year senior career. Hopefully, this is a sign of good things coming in the future for the 22-year-old midfielder.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent cameo off bench Ilaix Moriba generated two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-0 victory versus Villarreal.

Impact Moriba was crucial in helping Celta Vigo see out a win against Villarreal on Wednesday. After coming on at the start of the second half, Moria won one penalty, hit the woodwork with one of his two shot attempts, created one chance, and made seven passes into the final third. Moriba has been used as a substitute in two of Celta Vigo's last three matches, so it is uncertain whether he will get a starting nod against Real Madrid on May 4.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Celta Vigo denounces racist slurs against player at Barcelona

Celta Vigo says midfielder Ilaix Moriba was targeted by racist insults by Barcelona fans after their La Liga game

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Active display in midfield Moriba generated two shots (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-0 win over Osasuna. He also added two tackles, two clearances and one blocked shot.

Impact Moriba might play as a holding midfielder, but there's no question the former Barcelona player made his presence felt on both sides of the ball in this one. That said, he shouldn't carry a lot of fantasy upside as an attacking threat, with most of his value coming through passes and defensive stats.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Moriba completed his one-match suspension and will be eligible to face Atletico on Saturday.

Impact Moriba missed Saturday's 3-2 win over Betis due to suspension and is now expected to return directly in the starting squad on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Moriba is set to be suspended after accumulating five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Moriba will miss the match against Betis due to a suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card in the league. Hugo Sotelo is expected to take his place in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in loss Moriba recorded four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 loss against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Moriba tied a season high with four shots Friday, putting one of the four on target. He also won two tackles, made one clearance and drew a whopping seven fouls as he played the full 90 minutes for the fourth outing in a row.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Back after suspension Moriba completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Leganes on Sunday.

Impact Moriba has moved in and out of the starting lineup, so there's a chance his return to availability won't move the needle too much from a fantasy perspective. The RB Leipzig loanee has started in four of his seven appearances in 2024/25, but he's yet to record a goal or an assist from his role as a central midfielder.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in win Saturday Moriba was sent off in Saturday's 1-0 win over Las Palmas after receiving two yellow cards over a two-minute stretch.

Impact Moriba was booked in the 52nd minute over a harsh challenge in midfield, and he was sent off just two minutes later following another hard tackle. The central midfielder has been in and out of the XI to start the season, but now he'll miss the matchup against Real Madrid on Oct. 19. Moriba will be eligible to return against Leganes on Oct. 27.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to Celta Vigo Moriba has been sent on loan to Celta Vigo from Leipzig, according to his parent club.

Impact Moriba wasn't expected to see much of a role this season for Leipzig, so instead he will be sent on loan for a fourth straight season. He didn't appear once for Leipzig last campaign, as he spent the season on loan with Getafe, starting in eight of his 14 appearances while notching two assists on five chances created. He will spend the whole season on loan, hoping to see decent time after serving in a rotational role for much of the past three seasons.

AUGUST 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loan spell ends Moriba has completed his loan stay with Getafe and will return to Leipzig ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Impact Moriba spent his second season in a row playing in Spain on loan from Leipzig, this time he played for Getafe. He recorded eight starts in 14 appearances, recording two assists with 20 tackles (11 won), 10 clearances and four interceptions. The midfielder will look to play with Leipzig for a full campaign for the first time after gaining playing time in La Liga since 2022.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Saturday Moriba picked up two yellow cards and was sent off in the 95th minute of Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Deportivo Alaves. He generated one tackle (one won) and one clearance before...

Impact Moriba picked up two yellow cards Saturday despite being subbed onto the pitch in the 69th minute. He was sent off just before the final whistle and will miss the season finale Saturday versus Mallorca as a result.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds assist Saturday Moriba assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Almeria.

Impact Moriba was back in the starting XI Saturday after serving off the bench in his last two appearances, making the most of his 68 minutes on the field by assisting on Mason Greenwood's goal in the 27th minute. This gave Moriba only his second goal contribution of the season, both of which were assists.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off against Sevilla Moriba registered two clearances in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Moriba created a chance. He completed 22 passes. He was replaced by Diego Rico in the 62nd minute. Moriba joined Getafe on loan from RB Leipzig and has registered seven appearances.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Girona Ilaix Moriba assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Girona.

Impact Moriba created Jesus Santiago's winner in the 34th minute with his first assist in the season. That was his fourth start in a row and sixth appearance overall since transferring from RB Leipzig. He also tooke a season-high two shots during the match.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Celta Vigo Moriba (hip) is a bench option for Sunday's match versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Moriba could make his debut this season and with his new team after missing time due to AFCON and a hip injury. He tallied two assists, 21 shots (five on target), 12 chances created and 35 tackles in 24 matches (10 starts) with Valencia last year.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hip issue Moriba has been dealing with a hip injury that has kept him out for the last few matches, confirmed manager Jose Bordalas. "He has a small adductor injury and has come. We have be...

Impact Moriba has yet to make his team debut for Getafe after dealing with a hip injury. He has also yet to stepped foot on the pitch this campaign after failing to make a single appearances with Leipzig before his transfer.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mason Greenwood has a new team-mate! Former Barcelona starlet Ilaix Moriba joins Getafe on loan from RB Leipzig | Goal.com US Former Barcelona midfielder Ilaix Moriba has joined Getafe on loan from RB Leipzig.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Loaned to La Liga side Moriba (not injury related) will spend the rest of the season on loan with Getafe from RB Leipzig, the club announced Monday.

Impact Moriba will not be available to make his debut for Getafe until after the Africa Cup of Nations, as he was called up to join Guinea. Depending on how far Guinea advances, Moriba's earliest possible debut for Getafe would come Jan. 29 versus Granada, though it could certainly be later.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trailing with Guinea Moriba has been called up to represent Guinea ahead of the 2024 AFCON, according to the African Football Confederation.

Impact Moriba will not be an option for Liepzig for around the next month, having been selected by Guniea for the 2024 AFCON roster. The midfielder has yet to play a minute for the first team this season, so his absence will not affect anything internally at Leipzig. He will hope to earn some time once he returns from international duty.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Leipzig Moriba returned to Leipzig following his loan to Valencia, but is on the transfer list, Bild.de reports.

Impact Moriba made the return to Leipzig but likely won't see any playing time with the Saxon side. The midfielder struggled on loan to Valencia and won't be an option to compete with Nicolas Seiwald for a starting place with Leipzig.

JULY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE