ROBIN LE NORMAND NEWS

Makes return Le Normand (concussion) returned for Thursday's 3-1 win over Cacereno in the Copa del Rey.

Impact Le Normand was back on the pitch after a concussion sidelined him for the better part of two months. Now that the defender is back he should compete for major first team minutes, especially with matches coming across all competitions. Le Normand was a consistent starter in all competitions when fit previously.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Valladolid Le Normand (concussion) won't be available to face Real Valladolid on Saturday, Sergio Picos of Diario AS reports.

Impact The center-back has been increasing his activity in training over the last few days, but he hasn't been deemed fit enough to play Saturday. However, there's a chance he might be able to return against Sevilla on Sunday, Dec. 8.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling Le Normand (concussion) isn't in the traveling squad for Tuesday's trip to Sparta Prague.

Impact Le Normand wasn't deemed fit enough for the traveling squad for Tuesday's clash. The defender is now set to miss another match as he continues to work back from a concussion. Le Normand's next chance to return is a weekend trip to Valladolid back in La Liga action.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Le Normand (concussion) is back in training and could be an option for Atletico Madrid after the November international break.

Impact The center-back suffered head trauma and subdural hematoma following a collision in the Madrid derby, but his return to training suggests the defender could be in line to return at some point before the end of the month. Le Normand has been a regular when healthy, but there's no doubt Atletico will try to be cautious with his return to action.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 9 • KANSASCITY.COM

In concussion protocol Le Normand is out for Wednesday's match against Benfica due to concussion protocol, according to his club.

Impact Le Normand will have to sit out a match, as he has been left off the traveling team after entering concussion protocol following a tough blow he took in Sunday's Madrid Derby. This will be a significant loss, as he is a regular starter, with Axel Witsel as his likely replacement. He will hope to get out of protocol to face Sociedad on Sunday, although it's more likely he won't return until after the international break.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Heading to Atletico Madrid Le Normand has completed a transfer to Atletico Madrid from Real Sociedad, his former club announced.

Impact Le Normand is heading from one Spanish club to another this offseason, with the promising defender having joined Atletico Madrid. He is coming off a Euro 2024 title leading the defense of Spain, having proved himself after starting in 28 of his 29 appearances while with Sociedad, notching 28 interceptions, 31 tackles and 94 clearances. He is likely to earn a starting spot immediately with his new club, as he is one of the defenders on the rise at the moment.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid to sign Spain defender Robin Le Normand from Real Sociedad

Spain defender Robin Le Normand is to join Atletico Madrid on a transfer from Real Sociedad

JULY 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available for final Le Normand is available for the Euros final after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Le Normand was serving the suspension due to accumulation but is now eligible for the Euro 2024 final. The defender has started four of the five matches he's been available for an has a good chance to start the final against either England or Netherlands. Aymeric Laporte will likely partner Le Normand in central defense.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Euro 2024: Pedri headlines Spain absentees, but no panic from coach before semis

Three of Spain's starters will miss its Euro 2024 semifinal against France, but no team is better set up to withstand such a setback.

JULY 7

Suspended for semi final Le Normand is suspended for the Euro semi final due to a yellow card in Friday's 2-1 win over Germany.

Impact Le Normand got the start and was shown the yellow card in the first half, securing his ban for the semi final. The defender's absence will be a big one as he has been a consistent piece of the back line in recent matches. Dani Carvajal is also suspended for the semi final.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two clearances versus Italy Le Normand had one shot (one on goal), one tackle (zero won), one interception and two clearances in Thursday's 1-0 win over Italy.

Impact Le Normand didn't need to overextend himself to help tame the opponents, as Spain pulled the strings for most of the match. He has notched four clearances, two interceptions and one tackle in two matches. His side has yet to concede.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Le Normand (undisclosed) is on the team sheet ahead of Saturday's match against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Le Normand was forced to miss last match with an injury, but is set to return for the final game of the season. During the last six matches, the defender recorded 20 clearances with six tackles while keeping two clean sheets in that span, all of them coming as starts.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Sunday Le Normand was a late scratch ahead of Sunday's clash with Betis.

Impact Le Normand will be a big loss in the penultimate match of the season, though Jon Pacheco is a competent replacement. Le Normand will be a heavy doubt for the final match of the season with just a week to recover before the May 25 clash with Atleti.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Le Normand completed his one-game suspension due to yellow-card accumulation and will be available to face Almeria on April 14.

Impact The return of Le Normand represents a huge boost for Real Madrid on the defensive line, as the Spain international has been a regular at the back for the Donostiarra side. Considering Le Normand has started in all but one of the matches he's been available for this season between Liga and Champions League, he should be back straight into the XI for the Almeria clash.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Earns yellow-card ban Le Normand made two clearances and registered one shot off target in Friday's 2-0 win over Cadiz. He also picked up his 10th yellow card of the season, meaning he'll be suspended t...

Impact Le Normand has been booked in three of his last four Liga appearances, and the central defender will now earn his second yellow-card suspension of the season. He'll be eligible to face Almeria on April 14, and in the meantime, expect Aritz Elustondo to potentially replace him at center-back against Alaves.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Impacts both ends in win Le Normand scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Granada.

Impact Le Normand had a shot on target in consecutive games for the third time this season as scored his second goal. He also won two of his three tackles on the defensive end and made a whopping 10 clearances, which was a season-best for the defender.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Available to return Sunday Le Normand completed his one-game suspension due to yellow-card accumulation and is available to face Real Betis on Sunday.

Impact Le Normand missed the weekend trip to Villarreal, but his absence didn't matter much as Real Sociedad cruised to a comfortable 3-0 win. Le Normand should slot right back into the starting lineup this weekend, and he's also expected to start against Inter Milan on Tuesday in the UEFA Champions League.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended to face Villarreal Le Normand picked up his fifth yellow card and will be suspended for Saturday's match at Villarreal.

Impact The central defender will miss the trip to Villarreal, and his absence will create a huge void at the back since he's been a regular at the back for the Donostiarra side, starting in all but one of his 13 league appearances. Aritz Elustondo could replace him at center-back to face Villarreal, while Le Normand should be eligible to return against Real Betis on Dec. 17. The defender will also be available to face Inter Milan on Dec. 12 in the final match of the UEFA Champions League group stage.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Tuesday Le Normand (undisclosed) is an option for Tuesday's match against Salzburg after making the preliminary squad.

Impact Le Normand will be available for Tuesday's match after exiting the last match early due to an undisclosed injury. The defender has started all but one match this season, and if he is healthy, he will most likely earn a starting spot against Salzburg.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores prior to injury Le Normand was injured and subbed out in the 62nd minute of Saturday's 3-0 win against Athletic. He scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) before exiting the match.

Impact Le Normand was subbed off in the 62nd minute Saturday, though the extent of his injury is currently unknown. It puts a major question mark on his status for Tuesday's Champions League match at Red Bull Salzburg. Before his injury he scored his first goal of the season, an unassisted strike in the 30th minute following a set piece.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal despite win Le Normand had an own goal, two tackles (one won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 5-3 win over Granada.

Impact Granada had nowhere to inflict damage on Real Sociedad's defensive line, but a cross from the right side deflected off Le Normand and got into the back of the net late in the first half. Le Normand has been a stabilizing force at the back for Real Sociedad, though, and he should remain in the XI despite the subpar performance here.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Left on bench in season finale Le Normand was an unused substitute in Sunday's victory against Sevilla.

Impact Le Normand was once again a regular in central defense this campaign as Real Sociedad clinched a top-four finish and a spot in next season's Champions League. The 26-year-old tallied 13 clean sheets from 33 La Liga appearances (31 starts) despite missing about a month in the fall with a foot injury.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Le Normand switches international allegiance to Spain Real Sociedad defender Robin Le Normand will be eligible to represent Spain in their upcoming UEFA Nations League semi-final after successfu...

MAY 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM