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Luiz Felipe - Set to return Felipe (hamstring) has now completed various training sessions with the group during the break and should be available in upcoming weeks, according to Nacho Herrero of PasionporelR...

Impact Felipe could aim to make his season debut in October after struggling with a considerable injury. In that case, he'll be expected to make a gradual comeback, offering an interesting defensive contributor in the contention with Mujaid Sadick and Pelayo Fernandez. However, the experienced center-back is not yet expected to start, so his value may be limited in a bench role.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Isi Palazon - Trains fully with team Palazon (strain) trained fully with the team in recent days, according to the club.

Impact Palazon had been gradually rejoining the group after the muscle injury suffered against Alaves, with coach Benat San Jose previously unable to give a firm return date but noting good progress. This full session now marks the culmination of that process, positioning the captain to reclaim his spot in the squad as the club approaches the return of LaLiga in about 10 days.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Luiz Felipe - Back in team training Felipe (hamstring) was spotted in team training this week, the club posted.

Impact Felipe had been recovering from a high grade hamstring tear that had previously been expected to keep him out for a further three weeks, an absence dating back to the start of the season. His return to training now marks a significant step forward in that recovery process, positioning him to build toward regaining a role once fully cleared.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Audero - Back in training, option moving forward Audero (undisclosed) has returned to team training with Indonesia ahead of Monday's match against Malaysia, leaving behind the physical discomfort that kept him out of the match ag...

Impact Audero has taken on a prominent role in goal for Rayo Vallecano since joining this summer, following the serious injury to Augusto Batalla, so a prolonged absence would have been a fresh setback for the club. His return to group work now suggests the issue was only a scare, though his place in the lineup against Malaysia remains to be confirmed.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Randy Nteka - Returns to Rayo Nteka is back in Rayo after joining Angola for the international break due to a hamstring injury, according to Pablo Villa of Marca.

Impact Nteka was off with Angola for the international break, but will not remain with the team, as he is already back in Rayo due to a hamstring injury he has been dealing with. They will now use the time for the attacker to recover, hoping the rest of the break is enough for him to find full fitness. He started in the first game of the season before two bench appearances, appearing to be more of a rotational option this season.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Audero - Suffers minor injury Audero is dealing with an undisclosed injury while on international duty with Indonesia and is uncertain for Monday's match against Malaysia, according to coach John Herdman, per U...

Impact Audero missed Indonesia's 2-0 win over Singapore due to the injury, with Maarten Paes starting in goal in his absence. The exact nature and severity of the issue remain unclear, with Indonesia continuing to assess him ahead of Monday's match. Paes would likely remain between the posts against Malaysia if Audero is unavailable, while Daniel Cardenas, who is competing with Audero for the starting role at Rayo Vallecano, would be in line to start at club level if the injury forces Audero to miss time.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Garcia - Takes five shots in draw Garcia generated five shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Garcia started on the left side of Rayo's attack and remained on the pitch until the 87th minute. His best opportunity came in the 63rd minute, when his left-footed attempt from the right side of the penalty area went wide. Garcia didn't do much in this game, but his presence on the left wing and the chemistry he has with the likes of Sergio Camello and Adria Pedrosa makes him a valuable fantasy option based on his floor and what he brings to the table.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Audero - Makes two saves in draw Audero had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Audero was beaten in the 16th minute when Ante Budimir produced an acrobatic finish from the center of the box, but he kept Osasuna off the scoresheet the rest of the way. Audero ended up playing a key role as Rayo earned a point away from home for the first time this season. He should remain in the XI as long as Augusto Batalla (leg) remains sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Camello - Scores equalizer against Osasuna Camello scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Camello erased Rayo's deficit five minutes after halftime, finishing Adria Pedrosa's delivery with his left foot from the center of the box. The striker remained dangerous afterward, narrowly missing from distance in the 61st minute before being replaced in the 71st. Camello's strike was ultimately enough to secure a point, and the striker remains red-hot. This was his seventh goal of the season.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Adria Pedrosa - Sets up equalizer Saturday Pedrosa assisted once to go with five crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Pedrosa supplied the decisive pass for Rayo's lone goal, finding Sergio Camello in the center of the box for the striker's 50th-minute equalizer. The left-back played the entire contest and contributed at both ends as Rayo controlled 63 percent of possession and outshot Osasuna 19-9. It was Pedrosa's first assist of the LaLiga campaign, and since the defender also scored in the 2-1 win over Espanyol, he's undoubtedly trending in the right direction.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Isi Palazon - Gradually rejoining team training Palazon (strain) can't yet be given a firm return date, according to coach Benat San Jose, per Union Rayo. "Right now I can't give a date, but it's true he's gradually joining the...

Impact Palazon had recently been described as being in the final stretch of transitioning from physiotherapy to on field work, and manager San Jose's latest comments now suggest the international break could be the target for him to finally rejoin the group at full capacity, following the leg discomfort that forced him off early against Alaves.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Audero - Beaten once but earns win Audero made three saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Espanyol.

Impact Audero couldn't do anything in the goal scored by Roberto Fernandez, but he was solid the rest of the way. He should remain in a starting role as long as Augusto Batalla (leg) remains sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Florian Lejeune - Makes six clearances in win Lejeune recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Tuesday's 2-1 win against Espanyol. He also added six clearances, two interceptions and two blocked shots.

Impact Lejeune is one of the most attack-minded center-backs in LaLiga, with multiple shots in four of his six starts this season, but he also offers excellent value on the defensive end. Lejeune is averaging 1.7 shots, 2.1 tackles, 1.5 interceptions and 5.7 clearances per game.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Adria Pedrosa - Scores against Espanyol Pedrosa scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.

Impact Pedrosa was a constant threat going forward, and the left-back capitalized on one of those opportunities to give Rayo a 2-0 lead from a tight angle after an assist from Alvaro Garcia. Pedrosa isn't known for his goalscoring, but he offers attacking upside through his crossing. This was his third straight start, and he's posted solid numbers since then, racking up one goal, four shots, five chances created, eight crosses, four tackles and seven clearances.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Garcia - Scores, assists in win Tuesday Garcia scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-1 win against Espanyol.

Impact Garcia capitalized on a loose ball inside the box to score the opening goal within the first five minutes, and he later assisted on the winning goal by Adria Pedrosa. Garcia has taken on a bigger role in playmaking lately, and he remains a key player in a Rayo attack led by Sergio Camello's six goals. Garcia has two goals and two assists in six appearances (five starts) in the current Liga campaign.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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Jorge De Frutos - Ban over, eligible again De Frutos completed his two-game suspension and will be available for Saturday's match against Osasuna.

Impact De Frutos was handed a two-game suspension after he was sent off while on the bench against Racing Santander on Sept. 5, causing him to miss the games against Real Madrid and Espanyol. De Frutos should return to the starting lineup against Osasuna on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Camello - Cleared to start Camello (muscular) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash against Espanyol despite dealing with muscular fatigue.

Impact Camello has recovered sufficiently to retain his place in the starting XI after entering the match as a fitness doubt. The forward's workload could still be monitored after coach Benat San Jose indicated he had been dealing with minor physical issues, potentially making an early substitution more likely. Camello remains a key part of Rayo's attack after scoring six goals this season.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Camello - Uncertain to play Tuesday Camello is uncertain to play Tuesday against Espanyol due to muscular fatigue, but he's expected to be available even if his minutes are monitored, according to manager Benat San J...

Impact It seems Camello will suit up for Rayo on Tuesday, though it wouldn't be surprising if he's either removed in the second half or dropped out of the starting XI just as a precautionary move. Not having Camello would be a huge blow for Rayo's attack, as he's already scored six goals this season.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Randy Nteka - Remains unavailable Nteka (muscular) remains unavailable for Tuesday's clash against Espanyol, according to coach Benat San Jose, per Union Rayo. "None of the injured players will be available, but th...

Impact Nteka will miss a second consecutive match after also sitting out Saturday's clash against Real Madrid due to the muscular issue he suffered in training. Manager Benat San Jose's update suggests the forward is making progress, though no timetable has been provided for his return. Alemao remains the main alternative to lead the attack while Nteka is sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Jorge De Frutos - Still suspended for Espanyol game De Frutos is serving a two-game suspension, missing Tuesday's clash against Espanyol in addition to the match against Real Madrid.

Impact De Frutos won't be eligible until the Sept. 19 visit to Osasuna after being penalized for offensive behavior in his last appearance. The attacker's exclusion from Rayo's scheme adds to Isi Palazon's (strain) injury, leaving them without a significant portion of their offensive power. Meanwhile, Fran Perez and Giorgi Tsitaishvili are the main candidates to fill in on the right wing.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé leads a night of braces across Europe and Pulisic returns for AC Milan

Kylian Mbappé has scored twice to help a jittery Real Madrid beat Rayo Vallecano 4-1 in a game where José Mourinho's team struggled to defend in La Liga

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