RAUL DE TOMAS NEWS

Returns from illness De Tomas (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Alaves.

Impact De Tomas has recovered from his illness during the international break and is with the team despite not being expected to, He will hope to earn some time and see his first minutes of the season, with his last appearances in the previous campaign.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to be available De Tomas (illness) is not expected to be available to face Alaves on Saturday, manager Inigo Perez told media during Friday's press conference. "Seeing Raul [de Tomas] playing befo...

Impact De Tomas has been cleared to return from a medical perspective, but it's unclear if that'll be enough for the manager to consider him. He hasn't been part of the squad since late November, and even if he's included in the squad, his chances of seeing regular minutes are slim to none.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to training De Tomas (illness) is progressively returning to training, according to Pasion Por El Rayo, but he doesn't have a clear timetable for his return to action.

Impact De Tomas won't be available for Sunday's game at Real Madrid, and he's not expected to be ready to play against Real Sociedad on March 16, either. However, a return after the international break, a scenario that would represent nearly three weeks of team training for the striker, isn't out of the question. Rayo face Alaves on March 29 after the break.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed as week-to-week De Tomas (illness) returned to training earlier this week but won't be available to face Barcelona on Monday, manager Inigo Perez told media Sunday. "We're happy to see him back in...

Impact The veteran striker was absent from training for more than two months due to what has been described as an "illness," but he managed to return to training in recent days. That said, he's yet to play in LaLiga this season and has been training on his own over the last few days. He won't be available to face Barcelona, and he will be an option in the attack once he recovers his fitness levels. For now, though, he's deemed as week-to-week, and his involvement in training will determine when he'll be ready to return to action, with the match against Sevilla on March 1, or even the Real Madrid contest on March 9, as potential return dates.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Availability remains uncertain De Tomas (illness) returned to training ahead of Monday's match against FC Barcelona, according to Mundo Deportivo, but it remains to be seen if he'll be available for that contest...

Impact The veteran striker was absent from training for more than two months due to what has been described as an "illness," but he managed to return to training in recent days. That said, he's yet to play in LaLiga this season, and his availability remains uncertain, although he might have a shot at making the bench due to the absence of Sergio Camello (toe).

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Real Madrid De Tomas (illness) is out for Saturday's game against Real Madrid, manager Inigo Perez told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "Raul is out. I have discussed that to...

Impact There have been very few details regarding the illness affecting the veteran striker, though it's worth mentioning that de Tomas has yet to play this season. It's unclear when he'll be able to be an option once again.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday De Tomas (illness) is out for Saturday's game against Valencia, manager Inigo Perez told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "Raul [de Tomas] won't be available Satur...

Impact The striker has yet to play this season, so his absence won't affect many fantasy decisions. Sergio Camello should continue to lead the attacking line. Even if de Tomas is deemed ready to return in the near future, he's not expected to see significant minutes in the near future.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Saturday de Tomas (undisclosed) is on the bench for Rayo during Saturday's clash with Espanyol.

Impact de Tomas makes the bench for just the second time this season, returning after missing mid week action against Barcelona entirely. The forward has yet to debut this season as he continues to deal with health issues.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Saturday De Tomas (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Inigo Perez. "It comes from a week with discomfort, but he has joined the team. T...

Impact De Tomas has been on the team sheets this season but has been unable to play as he deals with undisclosed issues. However, the forward is on the mend, as he could be an option after rejoining the group this week. If this is the case, this is great news, as he is set to be a regular starter once fit, although he will likely lineup on the bench to begin Saturday if an option.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Getafe De Tomas (undisclosed) is on the bench during Saturday's match against Getafe.

Impact De Tomas returns to the squad after missing last week's season opener against Real Sociedad. The forward had just three goal involvements across 25 appearances last year for Rayo.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday De Tomas (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Getafe, according to manager Inigo Perez. "There is one more training session left and we will see how De Tomas...

Impact De Tomas could make his return in the club's second match of the season after missing the season opener, with his availability up in the air right now. He will be tested out at their final training session ahead of the match, with the decision to play him likely being made then. He started in 15 of his 25 appearances last season, so the club will hope to have him available as a solid rotational player off the bench.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't feature in friendly Saturday De Tomas is dealing with a minor muscular problem and won't be available for Saturday's friendly match against Wolverhampton, according to Union Rayo.

Impact The injury is not expected to be serious, and De Tomas shouldn't have issues to be available for the Aug. 18 season opener at Real Sociedad. Rayo are simply being extra cautious with a player that figures to be a regular in 2024/25, as De Tomas is likely to open the campaign as the starter upfront.

AUGUST 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension De Tomas completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Getafe on April 13.

Impact The veteran striker will be eligible to face Getafe once the Liga campaign resumes in the second week of April, though it's uncertain if he'll start. Sergio Camello has been playing well upfront, and de Tomas is going through a four-game scoring drought. Even if he's available off the bench, his return gives Rayo another reliable scoring alternative upfront.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow in win de Tomas was given a yellow card in the 28th minute of Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Betis, his fifth of the season which results in a one-match suspension.

Impact de Tomas committed a bad foul in the first half which earned him his fifth yellow card of the season, making him ineligible for the next match on March 31 at Celta Vigo. He did not do much else in Sunday's match, contributing one off-target shot and one tackle before being subbed off in the 60th minute for eventual goal scorer Sergio Camello.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal de Tomas scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.

Impact De Tomas got his first start since Dec 19 while scoring the lone goal for the team. It was also his first goal of the season, having struggled to find playing time since making the move to Rayo Vallecano last campaign. The forward only scored five goals since the 2022/23 season while totaling 17 goals when he was with Espanyol during the 2021/22 campaign.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots, can't score De Tomas generated two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact De Tomas had the task of leading Rayo's attacking line but was unable to do so, and the veteran forward struggled to make a significant impact in the final meters despite tallying two shots and one chance created. He should remain Rayo's main attacking threat, but the fact that he's yet to find the back of the net in the 2023-24 season isn't ideal for his fantasy projections going forward.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in return de Tomas had four shots (three on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Monday's 0-0 draw versus Celta Vigo.

Impact After not playing in the last three matches (dating back to Nov. 5), de Tomas returned to the pitch Monday with a season high three shots on target (four total). While all of those shots were saved by Vicente Guaita, it was still good to see de Tomas finding himself in scoring positions during his 71 minutes of action.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to major role de Tomas started four of five matches before the international break, assisting once.

Impact de Tomas struggled with fitness early in the season, ending up with a few bench appearances. Now that he seems to be fit once more, de Tomas has played a major role of late, including starting four matches in a row before the international break. de Tomas's floor is somewhat limited by the attack around him, but he has upside with these minutes.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches second assist de Tomas assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Sevilla.

Impact de Tomas assisted on his team's second goal of the match, as he set up Alvaro Garcia for a shot from the center of the box, following a fast break. de Tomas did not make any further impositions on the defense, before being subbed out in the 69th minute. The assist marked the second of the year for de Tomas, who has also accounted for a total of four chances created.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute de Tomas had an assist while creating two chances during Monday's 2-0 win over Granada.

Impact de Tomas entered the match in the 66th minute and set up Pathe Ciss in the 79th assisting Rayo's second goal of the match. The forward scored four goals in 19 appearances last campaign, but seems to be a backup option to Randy Nteka and Radamel Falcao in the center of Rayo's attack.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Monday Tomas (calf) was included in the match-day squad versus Granada on Monday.

Impact Tomas has been limited in training but seems to be at least fit enough to be available off the bench. In his 19 appearances for the club last season, the forward made just nine starts, so even when fit, he is far from a lock for the starting XI. Still, when he does see minutes, Tomas has shown a decent offensive upside, scoring four goals on 43 shots (16 on target) during the previous campaign.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet training De Tomas (calf) remains absent from training Friday, according to Union Rayo.

Impact De Tomas could be set for a second match in a row on the sideline due to a calf injury. The striker missed the season opener due to the injury that was deemed to be purely pain management according to head coach Francisco Rodriguez. The forward's timeline for a return remains uncertain though he could end up behind Radamel Falcao on the depth chart even when fit.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season opener De Tomas (calf) is out for Friday's trip to Almeria, according to manager Francisco Rodriguez.

Impact De Tomas is set to miss Friday's season opener as he deals with a calf injury that has caused him pain for almost a month. It's purely a pain management issue, meaning the timeline for his return is uncertain. If can get back to full training de Tomas could return as soon as an Aug. 21 trip to Granada. Radamel Falcao will get the start for Friday's La Liga opener.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season as starter De Tomas scored four goals from 22 shots (nine on target) across Rayo's final six matches of the campaign from May onwards.

Impact De Tomas missed the entire first half of the season due to drama at his previous club Espanyol and he wasn't able to join up with Rayo until January. The 28-year-old did not return to action in the best of form right away, but he finished the campaign strong with five of his nine starts and all four of his goals coming in that final-month stretch. He is likely to begin 2023/24 as the first-choice striker.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps goal streak going de Tomas scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68...

Impact de Tomas extended his goal-scoring streak to three games with another goal during Sunday's win. The striker is up to four goals in his past five matches, finally living up to what was hoped for after his 17-goal 2021/22. de Tomas will hope to end the season on a high note during Sunday's trip to Mallorca.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE