RANDY NTEKA NEWS

Could return Sunday Nteka (undisclosed) is in the final phase of his recovery and could return for Sunday's clash against Espanyol, coach Inigo Perez said in the press conference.

Impact Nteka missed the last three games due to an undisclosed injury that he almost has fully recovered from since he is in the final steps to return. This could happen in Sunday's clash against Espanyol, although he should resume the bench role he has been dealt since the start of the campaign.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Nteka (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Nteka is not with the team Sunday after picking up a minor injury, with the attacker dealing with discomfort that will leave him out. This is a rough turn for the attacker, who already earns limited time for the club, only appearing three times all season. Once fit, he will likely return to a depth role.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt discomfort Nteka is questionable for Sunday's match against Real Madrid due to discomfort, according to manager Inigo Perez. "Randy, he's still having some discomfort, I think he won't be ab...

Impact Nteka is dealing with some discomfort coming out of training and is now questionable, likely needing to pass some testing to play. He has only appeared off the bench three times this season while going unused numerous times, so this would be a minor loss. Even if he is fit, he will see a bench role, unlikely to earn much time.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench Nteka featured 13 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Real Sociedad, confirming he is back available for Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Nteka missed the last four games due to a knee injury but made his return in Sunday's win since he featured 13 minutes and contributed to one shot and one clearance. This is good news for the club since he will be a good option in the frontline, although he should hold a bench role mainly under coach Inigo Perez.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Nteka (knee) won't play against Sevilla on Sunday.

Impact Nteka will miss a fourth straight contest while dealing with knee problems. Given that manager Inigo Perez said there's no concrete date for his return, it's safe to say that he won't return before the October international break.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Won't feature Wednesday Nteka (knee) is out for Wednesday's match against Atletico Madrid, according to manager Inigo Perez, per Marca.

Impact Nteka was not an option last match and is going to miss out again Wednesday, with the attacker still suffering from a knee injury. He has yet to start this season, so the club doesn't require a change, only appearing off the bench for 21 minutes in two of his three appearances on the team sheet this season.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury Nteka is out for Sunday's game against Celta Vigo due to a knee injury, Pablo Villa of Radio MARCA reports.

Impact Nteka has been dealing with a knee problem since he returned from international duty earlier this month. The striker's next chance to play will come against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday next week, but given the quick turnaround between matches, it wouldn't be surprising if he misses at least a few more games. He hasn't been able to train properly.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores three goals Nteka scored three goals across 24 appearances (16 starts) in LaLiga.

Impact Nteka was an unused sub in the final three matches of the season, and his last appearance came on April 24, so it's safe to say his role decreased toward the end of the campaign. Sergio Camello (toe) could be back for the next season, and it's not out of the question that Rayo might target a striker in the summer transfer window as well. Thus, it's uncertain how much of a role Nteka might have in the Rayo squad for the 2025/26 campaign.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Nteka (knee) is on the bench for Thursday's match against Betis.

Impact Nteka is fit once again after dealing with a knee injury, as the attacker is seeing a spot on the bench. He has started in 16 of his 24 appearances while notching three goals, so he will look to find the starting XI for their final two matches of the season after testing his legs.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Back available Thursday Nteka (knee) is back available for Thursday's clash against Betis, coach Inigo Perez said in the press conference. "Randy is back with us too, he finished his rehabilitation the ot...

Impact Nteka is expected to be back available for Thursday's clash after recovering from his knee injury and training with the group on Wednesday. That said, it is unclear if he will be rushed back into the starting XI. He will be in contention with Adrian Embarba for a starting role as the striker.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Nteka (knee) will remain out for Friday's clash against Las Palmas due to injury, coach Inigo Perez said in the press conference.

Impact Nteka is dealing with knee problems and will miss a second consecutive game due to that issue. There is no precise timeline for his return and the extent of his injury has yet to be revealed. He has been a regular starter in the frontline for Rayo Vallecano so his absence is forcing a change with Adrian Embarba expected to start again on Friday.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ommitted from squad Nteka (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Getafe on Friday.

Impact Nteka won't be available for this match even though manager Inigo Perez didn't mention him in the injury report during Thursday's press conference. Nteka's next chance to play will come against Las Palmas on Friday, May 9.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Getafe Nteka (undisclosed) is available to face Getafe on Friday as he was not mentioned in the injury report by coach Inigo Perez during the press conference.

Impact Nteka was forced off due to an injury against Atletico that turned out to be minor since he has trained fully all week and is available for Friday's game. He should return directly to the starting XI to lead the line but could see reduced playing time in upcoming fixtures with Sergio Camello back from injury (toe).

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Injured against Atleti Nteka was forced off with an apparent injury during the second half of Thursday's clash with Atleti.

Impact Nteka had to come off after 70 minutes during Thursday's clash. The forward was replaced by Sergi Guardiola, who could likely come into the starting XI in the coming weeks. Nteka's first chance to return will be a May 2 clash with Getafe.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Nteka (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Alaves.

Impact Nteka is available as expected, and one upped the expectations by making the starting XI in his return. He started in his past four appearances and will hope to continue in this spot, scoring three goals in 21 appearances.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Available, uncertain to make squad Nteka (hamstring) is an option for Saturday's match against Alaves, according to manager Inigo Perez, per Jesus Garzon Lopez of Union Rayo. "Randy is available. He has a medical di...

Impact Nteka looks to be fit again but is still questionable to play Saturday, as he has not yet been fully integrated and is uncertain to make the squad list. This will leave him as a late call for the contest, likely meaning he won't see the start either way.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for one month Nteka has been diagnosed with a left hamstring tear and is expected to miss around four to five weeks, Union Rayo reports.

Impact Nteka left Saturday's game against Sevilla in the first half, and the tests confirmed the worst possible outcome for the striker. This means Rayo will be thin upfront, as Sergio Camello (toe) and Raul De Tomas (illness) are also out. Sergi Guardiola is likely to see the majority of the time as a striker in the upcoming two matches before the international break.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early against Sevilla Nteka was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Nteka left the match in the 26th minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Sergio Navarro. The extent of the attacker's injury should be determined ahead of next week's match against Real Madrid.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact in defeat Nteka had one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 1-0 defeat versus Barcelona.

Impact Perhaps it was a poor game script, or perhaps it was a case of simply being outclassed. Whichever way one looks at it, Nteka was a non-factor in Real Vallecano's loss to Barcelona on Monday. In 61 minutes played, he lost the most duels of any player in the match with 10, had just one touch in the opposition's box, and failed to convert his only chance. Since scoring a brilliant brace off the bench against Girona on January 26, Nteka has failed to seize the opportunity of starting Vallecano's next two La Liga matches. He will hope for another chance this Saturday against Villarreal.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Signs until 2028 Nteka has agreed to a new contract with Rayo Vallecano until 2028, according to the club.

Impact Nteka is sticking around Rayo for the next few seasons, with the attacker signing until 2028 on Thursday. He has started in nine of his 17 appearances for the club this season, signing in more of a rotational role since signing with the club in 2022. He will hope to only see that role grow over his contract, hopeful to find a starting role at some point.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Nteka completed his one-game suspension for yellow cards accumulation and will be eligible to face Barcelona on Monday.

Impact Nteka missed Saturday's 1-0 victory over Valladolid but is back and available for Monday's game. He is expected to return directly in the starting squad as the striker on Monday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be suspended Nteka will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Nteka has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for Friday's game against Valladolid. Sergio Camello is expected to start as the striker.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace to sink Girona Nteka scored two goals while taking three shots (both on goal) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Girona.

Impact Nteka entered the match in the 75th minute and scored in the 80th and 83rd to claim all three points for Rayo. The goals were the first since December 1st for Nteka who hasn't started a match since the calendar turned to 2025.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Nteka had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot during Tuesday's 2-0 win over Getafe.

Impact Nteka entered the match at halftime and set up Sergio Camello in the 47th minute to assist Rayo's second goal. The assist was Nteka's first goal involvement since the opening match of the season as he's made just three starts on the campaign.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Sociedad Nteka is fit and in the match day squad to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Impact Nteka returns from an undisclosed injury for the first time in six matches. The attacker had started three of Rayo's opening four matches prior to the injury, scoring once in the opening match of the season.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE