ORIOL ROMEU NEWS

Receives fifth yellow card in loss Romeu earned a one-game ban after receiving his fifth yellow card of the campaign during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Mallorca.

Impact Romeu committed a game-high four fouls, so it was quite difficult for him to avoid the booking. He'll be ineligible to face Valladolid on Friday and could be back for a Jan. 11 trip to Alaves. Ivan Martin and, if fit, Yangel Herrera (calf) are options to cover Romeu's midfield spot in the suspension match.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench Saturday Romeu (hamstring) came off the bench and played 18 minutes in Saturday's 4-3 win over Leganes. He registered one tackle and three clearances.

Impact Romeu returned after a five-game absence, and the veteran midfielder should be ready to return to the lineup for the clash against PSV Eindhoven in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday. Romeu's experience will be valuable for a Girona side that has been decimated by injuries in recent weeks.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Set for extended absence Romeu is set to miss the next eight weeks of action after suffering an injury to his hamstring, according to Aficion Deportiva.

Impact Romeu went off injured in the club's last match, with scans revealing a much worse injury than thought, as he will now sit out for around the next month to two months. He has started in six of his seven appearances since joining the club, so this will force a change, with Donny Van de Beek and Jhon Solis likely seeing more time with Romeu out. He will look for a return near the end of November, looking to face no setbacks.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensively in loss Romeu registered six tackles (two won) and two clearances in Wednesday's 1-0 loss against Paris Saint-Germain. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 43rd minute.

Impact Romeu put together a solid defensive performance Wednesday as he attempted six tackles, blocked a season-high two shots and made his first two clearances of the season. He was well on his way to a clean sheet too, but Paulo Gazzaniga scored an own goal in the 90th minute.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return in league play Romeu is eligible to face Valencia on Saturday in LaLiga after he was ineligible to face Barcelona.

Impact The defensive midfielder was unable to face Barca since he's playing on a loan deal at Girona, but he's ready to return to action against Valencia, and it wouldn't be surprising if he's moved back into the starting lineup right away.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to loan clause Romeu won't play against Barcelona on Sunday due to a loan clause, Diario AS reports.

Impact The defensive midfielder is out for this upcoming match since he's on a loan deal from Los Blaugranas. Romeu should be eligible for selection for the game against Valencia on Sep. 21.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Girona Romeu has been loaned to Girona from Barcelona, his parent club confirmed.

Impact Romeu wasn't expected to have much of a role with Barcelona this season, likely leading to his season-long loan to Girona. He should see decent time with his new club, as he does hold some quality in the middle of the pitch. However, he could still serve in a rotational role similar to last season, starting in 17 of his 37 appearances while with Barcelona.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Future uncertain Romeu departed Barcelona's pre-season tour of the United States due to uncertainty around his future in the team.

Impact Romeu has been linked with a move away from the club and is now departing pre-season camp. It's entirely possible a transfer is imminent, or the club just doesn't want ongoing negotiations causing a distraction in pre-season camp. It does seem likely Romeu is set for a move, especially as he was brought in as a short-term solution in midfield.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Spends season in bench role Romeu appeared in 28 games (11 starts), registering one assist on eight chances created to go along with 10 shots, 18 clearances and 34 tackles.

Impact Romeu had a limited role in his first season with Barcelona, to say the least, which is likely what many thought would happen, as he only started in 11 games while mainly being used as a substitute late into games. However, he did still appear in almost every league match, being a decent option to close out games due to his defensive ability, notching 10 interceptions, 18 clearances and 34 tackles in the defense. He still has a couple of years left on his contract with the club, probably serving in the same role next season.

MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE

In squad to face Celta Romeu (knee) is available from the bench during Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Romeo missed last week's match and struggled to train this week due to the injury. The midfielder has started just one match since the middle of December.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling with knee injury Romeu is struggling with a knee injury, Catalunya Radio reports.

Impact Romeu has been out of the starting XI at various points throughout the season. The original thought was he was being rested, but it appears he has a more serious knee injury. The nature of the injury means he's been attempting to play through it, but it's limited his appearances and minutes. Romeu has made just one start in the last eight matches and gone unused four times.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Out with fatigue Romeu will not be available for Sunday's match against Granada, as manager Xavi told reporters he would miss out due to not being 100 percent fit.

Impact Romue will be heading for the sidelines this weekend, appearing to be out due to fatigue despite not playing much across their last couple of matches, only notching 65 minutes of play over the past two weeks. Luckily for the club, his absence wouldn't be a huge issue, with the midfielder mainly serving in a rotational role, only appearing five times in their last 11 contests. He should be an option to face Celta Vigo next week on Saturday, where he will most likely earn a spot on the bench.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in cup Romeu got the start and played 90 minutes during Thursday's 3-1 win in the Copa del Rey.

Impact Romeu was back in the starting XI on Thursday and put together another solid showing. The midfielder has fallen out of favor in the league squad of late, with just one start in the past seven matches. Still Romeu is a nice depth piece and should continue to see rotation in the starting XI and off the bench.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona's transfer plans: Vitor Roque, cover for Gavi, Oriol Romeu one to watch Barcelona already have an 18-year-old Brazilian striker on the way - but what other business might they do?

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Registers first assist Romeu assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-0 victory versus Betis.

Impact Romeu registered his first assist of the season, which already surpasses his total from last year. He could be looking ahead at his most productive season yet, as his career high stands at only two assists in a season. Romeu subbed out in the 64th minute and has not played a full 90 in any of his five appearances so far this year.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fixture in starting XI Romeu has started all four La Liga matches for the club in which he recorded six shots (one on target), seven tackles (six won) and five clearances.

Impact While Romeu is unlikely to offer much in the way of offensive upside, given he has registered two goals on 24 shots in each of his previous two seasons, he should still rack up plenty of defensive stats, specifically tackles.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Oriol Romeu's dream move back to Barcelona cost him €500,000 Romeu described returning to Barcelona as 'the most exciting moment' of his career - but he had to stump up cash to make it happen

JULY 22, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Returning to Barcelona Romeu has signed a three-year contract with Barcelona after transferring from Girona, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Romeu was a constant in Girona's midfield last season as he scored two goals and kept four clean sheets in 33 La Liga appearances (all starts) in his return to Spain. The former Southampton man is now coming back to Barcelona, where he made two senior team appearances back in 2010/11 after coming up through the academy. The 31-year-old will be a depth option for his new side as he'll compete with the likes of Sergi Roberto and Franck Kessie for playing time behind Pedri, Gavi, Ilkay Gundogan and Frenkie de Jong.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona sign Oriol Romeu from Girona as Pablo Torre goes out on loan Barcelona have completed the signing of Oriol Romeu on a three-year deal from Girona. Romeu, 31, only joined Girona last season, moving back...

JULY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Barcelona sign Romeu from Girona Barcelona have completed the signing of Oriol Romeu from Girona. Romeu, 31, only joined Girona last season, moving back to Spain from then P...

JULY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Punishing presser, tough tackler, slick passer: Romeu is exactly what Barca need Girona's Romeu is a good fit for a Barcelona side looking to fill a big, Sergio Busquets-shaped hole at the base of their midfield

JULY 6, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

How Barcelona's difficult defensive midfielder search led them to Oriol Romeu Barca have so far been frustrated in their quest to replace Sergio Busquets - La Masia graduate Romeu is the last man standing

JULY 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Eligible to return Romeu has served his one-match ban and will be in contention against Celta Vigo on Tuesday.

Impact Romeu has started all 30 of his appearances for the club this season, so he should be a lock to reclaim his spot in the starting XI versus Celta Vigo. In his last five outings, the defensive midfielder generated four shots (one on target), 17 clearances, and 12 tackles (six won). Given his limited offensive upside, Romeu primary fantasy production will come from defensive stats.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in draw Romeu (suspension) recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Real Sociedad. He was sent off after acquiring two yellow cards in the 87th...

Impact Romeu had a fabulous game before getting sent off in the 87th minute. He made five clearances, four interceptions and two tackles. He has made 30 appearances this season and has scored only twice. This was his only red card of the season where he has averaged 2.2 tackles, 1.5 clearances and 1.1 interceptions per game. He will miss the match versus Villareal next week.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE