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Undergoes surgery, available Sunday Valentin (face) has undergone surgery on his fractured cheekbone and is available for Sunday's clash against Getafe, according to coach Inigo Perez, per Union Rayo. "Oscar has been...

Impact Valentin had played through the fractured cheekbone during Thursday's Conference League semifinal first leg victory over Strasbourg in one of the most remarkable displays of the season, and his surgical intervention has cleared him to continue playing. The risk of further damage from any contact to the area remains a concern, but the coach's confidence in his reliability suggests Valentin will take his place in the lineup against Getafe as Rayo push through a defining stretch of their campaign on both domestic and European fronts.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Plays through broken cheekbone Valentin (face) suffered a fractured cheekbone during Thursday's 1-0 Conference League semifinal first leg victory over Strasbourg but played through the injury, according to coach...

Impact Valentin's courage in continuing despite the fracture was highlighted by the coaching staff as emblematic of the team's character, with the manager describing it as one of the most remarkable things he has ever seen on a football pitch. The midfielder will now undergo further assessment to determine how the injury is managed in the coming days, with the club needing to weigh his availability against the risk of any further damage. Unai Lopez would see a larger role in the middle of the park if he misses out.

APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensive display in loss Oscar Valentin generated three tackles (three won) and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Barcelona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 34th minute.

Impact Oscar Valentin was busy but was unable to prevent Barcelona from scoring one goal as they lost 1-0. This all came after 45 minutes, before he was subbed off, having received a yellow card. He won all three of his tackles and made two interceptions in the game. He has won three or more tackles in five games this season.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes at both ends Oscar Valentin scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 win against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Valentin opened his account for the season, netting his third career goal for Rayo Vallecano in his seventh season with the club. The midfielder was just as impactful without the ball, filling the stat sheet defensively with two tackles, two interceptions, four clearances and one block. He has now registered 20 tackles over his last 10 appearances, recording at least one in every game during that span.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling Rayo Vallecano stuns Atletico Madrid 3-0 amid fan boycott

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FEBRUARY 15 • Associated Press

Clears suspension Valentin is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Valentin has served his suspension due to the red card he received against Mallorca and is set to return in the next contest. The midfielder is a regular starter in the heart of the game for Rayo Vallecano and is expected to claim back his spot on Saturday against Osasuna.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Sunday Valentin was shown a red card in the 78th minute of Sunday's 2-1 win over Mallorca.

Impact Valentin would receive a yellow card in the 78th minute, but pending a VAR review, the midfielder would instead be sent off with a red card. This will lead him to a ban next contest, missing out on facing Celta Vigo on Jan. 18 and returning against Osasuna on Jan. 24. He is a starter, so this is a rough loss for the time being, with Gerard Gumbau as a likely replacement.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Valentin is no longer suspended and will be available for the first gameday next season. He featured in 34 games during the 2024-25 season for Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Valentin has cleared his ban due to yellow card accumulation and is set to return for the first gameday of the 2025-26 season. The midfielder appeared in the same number of games as in the last two seasons with Rayo Vallecano even though he seemed to have lost his starting role during the campaign. He recorded more than 2,500 minutes in his first three seasons with Rayo Vallecano while he played only 1,830 minutes this season. He still has two years left on his contract and should remain a key player in the roster for the next campaign.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss season finale Valentin will miss the season finale against Mallorca on Saturday due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.

Impact Valentin has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the final game of the season against Mallorca on Saturday. Unai Lopez is expected to get a larger role in the midfield for that game.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to start Valentin (undisclosed) is in the starting XI to face Espanyol on Saturday.

Impact Valentin is good to go following an early exit in mid week against Barcelona. The midfielder is a key figure when fit playing every minute of every match thus far prior to the injury mid week.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Espanyol Valentin (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Inigo Perez. "The three are fit and available. The other day, the three changes were...

Impact Valentin is back with the team and an option for Saturday, as his injury concerns from Thursday have been played down to just fatigue. That said, the midfielder should be expected to start Saturday, as he has started in al three games to begin the season.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Valentin was forced off with an apparent injury during Tuesday's clash with Barcelona.

Impact Valentin played into the second half before an issue forced him off the pitch. Pep Chavarria came off the bench to replace him. It's unclear if it's a serious problem for Valentin, but with limited time until Saturday's trip to Espanyol, there's a good chance he's sidelined until after the international break.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow Sunday Valentin recorded two tackles (one won) and one clearance in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Barcelona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute, his fifth of the sea...

Impact Valentin picked up his fifth yellow card of the season Sunday which forces him out of the season finale Saturday versus Athletic Club. His season comes to an end with one goal and eight clean sheets in 34 matches (32 starts).

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive performance Oscar Valentin registered six tackles (three won), one clearance and five interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Valentin's performance was integral to Ray Vallecano earning a point from their 0-0 draw with Celta Vigo on Sunday. Valentin has been fully restored to the starting XI since serving a one-match ban for yellow card accumulation. He had started and made a significant impact in the holding-midfielder role in the two matches since his return, accumulating 14 tackles (nine won), eight interceptions, five clearances and two blocks. While Valentin is a stalwart defender in the midfield, his one goal in 96 career La Liga appearances show that he does not offer much in terms of an attacking threat.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dominant defensively in win Valentin registered eight tackles (six won), four clearances and three interceptions in Sunday's 2-0 win over Betis.

Impact Valentin helped his side keep a clean sheet for the first time since Jan. 27. He was a massive part of that, winning a season-high six tackles, intercepting three passes, making four clearances and blocking one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant in win Oscar Valentin generated 10 tackles (six won), and three clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Real Madrid.

Impact Oscar Valentin put up a season high of tackles in his first match back from suspension. This puts him at an average of 2.5 tackles per game with a goal and 13 tackles (seven won) and 16 clearances in the last five contests.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Real Madrid Valentin has completed his one-game suspension and is available to face Real Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Valentin was sent off in the final minutes of the match against against Las Palmas, but he's ready to return and could be in contention to start against Real Madrid given he's been in the XI in all but one of his previous 10 league outings.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Las Palmas Valentin was sent off against Las Palmas on Sunday. He recorded two tackles, three clearances and one interception before departing late in the second half.

Impact Valentin didn't make a significant impact in this one and ended up being sent off in the closing stages of the match with a straight red card. The Disciplinary Committee will ultimately determine the length of the ban, but at the very least, he will be suspended for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of the season Oscar Valentin scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Oscar Valentin got the party started, as he opened the scoring with his first goal of the season, sending a shot from the right of the six-yard box to the center of the goal. He did not impose himself on the match much the rest of the way, as his side lost momentum and settled on the draw. Oscar Valentin is now up to a total of five shots and three shots on goal through nine appearances on the season.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Secures contract extension Valentin signed a contract extension with Rayo Vallecano through 2027 on Wednesday.

Impact Valentin has started each of the club's first four contests this season in which he registered two shots (one on target), 12 tackles (eight won) and three chances created. The defensive midfielder should continue to feature prominently in the starting XI moving forward and should rack up plenty of defensive stats.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another season as starter Valentin kept three clean sheets in 34 La Liga appearances (29 starts) this campaign for Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Valentin posted a very similar stat line to 2021/22 this season, finishing with 13 shots, 19 assists, 44 interceptions and no goals or assists from defensive midfield. The 28-year-old should continue as a regular starter in the next campaign, though his midfield partner Santi Comesana is leaving the club.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Valentin will be available for selection in Wednesday's clash against Real Madrid after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Valentin was suspended for Sunday's defeat against Espanyol for yellow card accumulation, but he is likely to return to the XI in defensive midfield to take on Madrid in midweek.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Oscar Valentin recorded five tackles (one won) and two clearances in Monday's 3-1 defeat to Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 7th minute.

Impact Oscar Valentin was shown his 10th yellow card and is set to serve a one-match suspension. He's started eight times in the last nine games, totaling 20 tackles (nine won) and 12 interceptions in that span. Pathe Ciss could be an option to start Sunday in his place.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On yellow card watch Oscar Valentin generated two tackles (zero won) and four interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 69th minute.

Impact Oscar Valentin produced a season-high of crosses to bring him to 37 on the year, and is just two away from his career high total. He is also averaging 2.7 tackles a match after generating 12 (seven won) in the last five games. However, he is just one yellow card away from serving another one-match ban for yellow card accumulation.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Almeria Valentin (ribs) was named to the starting XI versus Almeria on Monday.

Impact Valentin returns to the starting XI having missed the club's previous two contests due to his rib injury. Given his more defensive role, he has zero shots on target this season, the midfielder probably shouldn't be expected to offer much more than mid-range fantasy value, except perhaps in formats that heavily value defensive stats.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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