Pierre Lees-Melou - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Out four weeks Lees-Melou (lower leg) is out for the next four weeks as he recovers from his stress fracture, according to manager Eric Roy. "Pierre suffers a hair-sized stress fracture. A four-w...

Impact Lees-Melou is out for the next four weeks and likely won't return until the new year, with the club confirming he is out due to a stress fracture. This will leave the club without a regular starter, which will force a change. That said, Romain Faivre will likely be his replacement while out.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss several weeks Lees-Melou suffered a fibuna injury in Friday's match against AS Monaco and is expected to be sidelined for multiple weeks, Loic Tanzi of L'Equipe reports.

Impact The central midfielder only lasted 22 minutes in the 3-2 loss to Monaco on Friday, and he's set for another spell on the sidelines after missing the first eight matches of the 2024/25 campaign due to a lower leg injury. It remains to be seen if Lees-Melou will be able to return to action before the end of the calendar year.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots, two on goal Lees-Melou registered three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Nice.

Impact Lees-Melou has attempted multiple shots in each of his last three games, including both domestic and European matchups. During the aforementioned span, his shot accuracy was on par compared to before the span, with four on goal in nine attempts.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Equalizes for Brest Lees-Melou scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal), crossing once inaccurately, blocking a shot and making three tackles (winning all three) during Wednesday's 1-1 draw...

Impact Lees-Melou found the back of the net in the 39th minute to level the score for Brest while leading the team in shots, blocks and tackles. Lees-Melou has started back-to-back matches in all competitions after making his season debut at the start of the month following an absence with a leg injury to open the campaign.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Available for season debut Lees-Melou (leg) is on the bench for Brest during Sunday's match against Le Havre.

Impact Lees-Melou returns for the first time this season after recovering from a lower leg injury. The midfielder is a regular starter when fit, but will need to be eased back into action from the bench after his absence.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Late call again Lees-Melou (lower leg) is questionable for Sunday's match against Le Havre, according to manager Eric Roy. "For Pierre Lees-Melou, we will take stock tomorrow after training to se...

Impact Lees-Melou is once again a late call to be an option, with a fitness test ahead of the match deciding his availability. He will likely need to be 100% for the club to include him, not wanting to risk him ahead of the international break, That said, even if he is an option, expect him to only see time off the bench to begin, especially seeing if he receives anytime it will be his season debut.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Possibility for Sunday Lees-Melou (lower leg) is questionable for Sunday's match against Toulouse, according to manager Eric Roy. "Pierre is on the right track, he has less pain, things are progressing w...

Impact Lees-Melou has continued his recovery, with the midfielder having trained with the group for the past two weeks. This puts him in a situation for a possible return Sunday, likely coming down to a late fitness test. If available, he probably won't see starting time, earning his minutes off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Continues recovery Lees-Melou (lower leg) is continuing his recovery but will not be an option to face PSG on Saturday, according to manager Eric Roy. "Pierre is continuing his convalescence. He will...

Impact Lees-Melou continues on the sidelines, still dealing with issues in his lower leg. However, the midfielder looks to be nearing a return to play, although a return date is still up in the air. They will hope it is sooner than later, as he is expected to be a regular starter for the club once fit.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Goal Pierre LEES-MELOU (6' - SB29) STADE BRESTOIS 29 - RC STRASBOURG ALSACE 22/23

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Goal Pierre LEES-MELOU (61' - SB29) STADE BRESTOIS 29 - OLYMPIQUE DE MARSEILLE 22/23

AUGUST 14, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Sanchez makes debut for Marseille in a 1-1 draw at Brest

Alexis Sanchez made his French league debut for Marseille but the veteran forward was unable to make a decisive impact in a 1-1 draw at Brest

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores opener in win Lees-Melou scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created two chances and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 2-0 win over Burnley.

Impact Lees-Melou received his fourth consecutive start and was finally able to appear on the scoresheet. With just nine minutes into the game, the midfielder opened the scoring for Norwich with a one-timed right footer that was helped by a deflection on its way into the net. Despite scoring here, Lees-Melou isn't a very attractive fantasy pick as his contributions are rarely reflected on the stat sheet. Up next for him is Saturday's visit to Manchester United.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Norwich beats Burnley 2-0 in Premier League relegation scrap

Burnley has squandered an opportunity to close the gap to Premier League safety

APRIL 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pierre Lees-Melou snatches Norwich City edge over Burnley ' Premier League

APRIL 10, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Getting consistent minutes Lees-Melou has gone a full 90 each of the last four league matches, totaling eight shots and three chances created.

Impact Lees-Melou doesn't get up the field a ton and his numbers have been all over no matter where he plays in the formation. He made the score-sheet at Nice a bit more, as he's managed just six shots on goal and 14 chances created in 14 starts at Norwich this season (17 appearances).

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Boxing Day Lees-Melou (undisclosed) is back in training ahead of Sunday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Dean Smith.

Impact Lees-Melou missed the team's last match about 10 days ago, but he's back in training and should be an option Boxing Day. He hasn't been a regular, but with Norwich dealing with a few COVID-19 cases, he should see a start or two in the coming week, assuming he's fit enough.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Lees-Melou took a shot and created three chances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Brentford. He also made a block, three clearances, an interception and won three of five clearanc...

Impact Lees-Melou had his best game of the season so far against Brentford on Saturday, creating danger with his passes and defending stoutly as his side won its first Premier League game of the campaign. He will want to have a similar performance after the international break against Southampton, which are 13th place after 11 matches.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles Lees-Melou won four tackles during a goalless draw Saturday versus Brighton & Hove Albion.

Impact Lees-Melou won nine tackles across Norwich City's last three league games and could continue winning more, considering he plays with a team that has problems concerning ball possession.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Lees-Melou created two chances during a 2-0 loss Saturday against Everton.

Impact Lees-Melou was the only Norwich City footballer who recorded multiple chances created, of which he is averaging more than one across five Premier League appearances this year.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy during rout Lees-Melou made five tackles during Saturday's 5-0 defeat to Manchester City.

Impact Lees-Melou put together an excellent performance behind the ball, and put together another strong showing. His start to the season against Liverpool and then Manchester City features the two best teams in the league, it's only easier from here. Next up is a Saturday clash with a dangerous Leicester City side.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Productive outing during loss Lees-Melou took one shot (off target), created two scoring chances and put in three crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Lees-Melou also added three tackles, two clearances and two blocks to cap off a productive outing on both ends of the pitch. He'll likely retain his place for Saturday's trip to Manchester City.

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Flying to Canaries Lees-Melou signed with Norwich City from Nice on Tuesday. He's committed to a three-year contract with the Canaries.

Impact Lees-Melou scored four goals and provided two assists last season despite losing plenty of time to injury in the winter. At his best, he's a capable two-way player who can contribute to at least 10 goals and made over 60 tackles. With Emiliano Buendia already gone to Aston Villa, Lees-Melou could see plenty of usage if he's able to take over Buendia's spot as a starter.

JULY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Goal Pierre LEES-MELOU (47' - OGC NICE) AS MONACO - OGC NICE 20/21

FEBRUARY 4, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Goal Pierre LEES-MELOU (69' - OGC NICE) OGC NICE - AS MONACO 20/21

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • YOUTUBE

Lille loses for 1st time; PSG enjoys 5-point lead in France

Paris Saint-Germain pulled five points clear at the top of the French league after second-place Lille lost 3-2 at Brest

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Sanchez makes debut for Marseille in a 1-1 draw at Brest

Norwich beats Burnley 2-0 in Premier League relegation scrap

Lille loses for 1st time; PSG enjoys 5-point lead in France