TETE MORENTE NEWS

Comes off the bench against Napoli Morente drew two fouls and had three crosses (zero accurate) and one clearance in 45 minutes in Tuesday's 1-0 loss versus Napoli.

Impact Morente played only a half for the second match in a row, but he was deployed as a sub this time, and had his standard output. Lameck Banda got the nod over him amid some rotation. He has launched three or more crosses in his last three displays, piling up nine (zero accurate) and adding one off-target shot and one key pass. He's still searching for his first goal contribution of the season.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Sassuolo tilt Morente had one shot on target and four crosses (zero accurate) and drew four fouls in 86 minutes in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Sassuolo.

Impact Morente started as expected and was rather lively on the left flank but lacked touch in his deliveries. He has taken at least one shot in every display, totaling nine (one on target) and logging five chances created, 15 crosses (one accurate) and two corners.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

In starting squad Morente (calf) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Sassuolo.

Impact Morente has quickly overcome a calf injury and is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Sassuolo. He'll look to build on a solid start to the campaign, having started four of the first five matches with five key passes and 11 crosses (one accurate). The Spanish winger has yet to contribute a goal or assist but has registered at least one shot in every appearance, totaling eight attempts so far.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return against Sassuolo Morente (calf) reprised working with the rest of the group Monday, Lecce announced.

Impact Morente has quickly overcome a calf injury and will resume competing for two spots in the trident, primarily with Riccardo Sottil and Santiago Pierotti, against Sassuolo on Saturday. He has started in three out of four matches, tallying five key passes, 11 crosses (one accurate) and two corners. He registered at least one shot in every appearance, accumulating eight (one on target), but is still searching for his first goal contribution.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains calf injury Morente has been diagnosed with a grade one calf strain after getting hurt in training, Lecce informed.

Impact Morente will spend three to four weeks on the mend and thus likely skip a game or two after the international break. Riccardo, Lameck Banda and Konan N'Dri will step in on the wing.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Squanders chance versus Cagliari Morente recorded one shot (zero on goal), two key passes, two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in 45 minutes in Friday's 2-1 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Morete came off the bench for the first time in the season, as Riccardo Sottil and Santiago Pierotti got the nod over him. He had an okay stint in limited minutes but missed the mark on a diving header that would have leveled the game in the final minutes. He's still searching for his first goal contribution. He has registered at least one shot, amassing seven (one accurate) and one cross, launching 10 (one accurate) in the first four rounds, adding five chances created and two corners.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Passable against Atalanta Morente had two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-1 loss against Atalanta.

Impact Morente put together a convincing performance even though his side was routed in this one. He has made the XI in the first three rounds and has been serviceable, but the Lecce frontline hasn't been great as a whole, so a shake-up could be on the horizon. He has logged six shots (one on target), three key passes, eight crosses (zero accurate) and four tackles in three bouts.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Lively in Genoa game Morente won one of two tackles and generated three shots (zero on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Morente was by far the most dynamic attacker for his side, pacing it in attempts, but he was inaccurate both when shooting and crossing. He notched three goals and two assists in 31 games last year. He'll mostly compete with Lameck Banda, as Santiago Pierotti will be back from suspension next week.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss season finale Morente had one key pass, one shot (zero on target), one cross (zero accurate) and was booked for the fifth time in Sunday's 1-0 win over Torino.

Impact Morente had mostly a silent display but picked up stats in multiple categories on both ends. He'll be unavailable against Lazio on Sunday due to yellow-card accumulation. Santiago Pierotti, Lameck Banda or Jesper Karlsson will take his place. He has a decent first season in Serie A, earning a regular spot and closing with three goals, two assists, 41 shots (13 on target) and 25 key passes in 31 games (23 starts).

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Morente had an assist on Lecce's goal in a 1-1 draw against Verona on Sunday.

Impact The forward put up four shots (one on target) and created two chances, ultimately getting one assist. Morente should remain a factor as Lecce look to secure a position in Serie A next year when they face a tough Torino defense next week.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses as a sub Tete Morente recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Napoli. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Morente returned to the Lecce squad after an absence and made an impact with five crosses off the bench in his 45 minutes from the bench. He created two chances, having not created any chances in his previous two matches. In total, this season he has scored three and provided one assist.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Morente (personal) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Napoli.

Impact Morente was out of the club's last match due to a personal issue, but is now back with the club, as he has earned a bench spot Saturday. He is regular starter when fit and will look to see that spot back next contest, as he has started in 21 of his 28 appearances this campaign.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Missing for personal reasons Morente wasn't available for Sunday's game versus Atalanta due to the birth of his child, Il Sussidiario reported.

Impact Morente was part of the initial squad but left the team's retreat to witness the happy event. Jesper Karlsson exploited the opportunity to start, scoring a PK, so the two might be in contention going forward. He'll be back for Saturday's clash with Napoli. He has taken multiple shots in his past three showings, totaling 11 (five accurate) and adding four key passes, seven crosses (zero accurate) and four tackles (three won).

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in Como game Morente had five shots (three on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) and drew one foul in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Como.

Impact Morente was the most dangerous man for his side, pacing it in attempts, and challenged Jean Butez a few times, but the opposing goalie didn't crack. He has recorded 13 shots (five on target), four key passes and eight crosses (zero accurate) in his last five showings.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Shines against Venezia Morente drew eight fouls and recorded four shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Venezia.

Impact Morente quickly returned to the XI after oddly not playing in the previous match and often created havoc with his sprints, pacing his team in key passes. He's likely to remain the top option over Jesper Karlsson and Lameck Banda in his role. He has notched six shots (two on target), five chances created, 11 crosses (four accurate) and six tackles (two won) in his last five outings.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Active display in loss Morente created one chance, sent in five crosses (four accurate) and made two tackles and four clearances during Friday's 1-0 loss against Fiorentina.

Impact Morente this time was deployed at the right flank, opposite to where he's been playing mostly this season, and still found his way to contribute, this time even providing defensive help. The winger doesn't rack up lots of goals or assists but his ability to contribute with whichever his team needs makes him an intriguing fantasy asset.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Provides goal, assist in win Morente scored Lecce's opening goal and logged an assist in a 3-1 win over Empoli Saturday.

Impact Morente was back among the goals after a two-game drought, and also got an assist in Lecce's dominant win. He should continue having success next Sunday against a Cagliari side which has allowed at least one goal in each of its last six matches entering Saturday's contest against AC Milan.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Provides offensive spark Tete Morente recorded two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 loss versus Como.

Impact Morente was Lecce's only attacker who actually put in a decent performance on Monday against Como. In 90 minutes played, the Spaniard created one chance, completed three of his five dribbles, and made three passes into the final third. However, he failed to register a shot on target, and failed to make an accurate cross from four attempts. Morente has two goals in eight starts this season for Lecce, and they will need him to add to that tally in order to take points from Lazio on Sunday.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Lazio Tete Morente scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Lazio.

Impact Morente scored the 1-1 equalizer in the 50th minute with his second goal in the campaign. The midfielder also led Lecce with a season-high four shots during the match. That was his seventh start in 13 overall appearances so far.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener Morente scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Monza.

Impact Morente saw his first goal of the season Sunday, finding the net early in the third minute. This is also his first goal contribution of the season, taking 12 appearances to reach that mark. He has now started in six of those 12 appearances, with two of those six starts coming in their past three outings.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in draw Morente had two off-target shots, created four chances, sent in two crosses (one accurate) and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's scoreless draw against Torino.

Impact Morente returned to the starting XI after coming off the bench during the previous two outings and made most of the new chance as he created a lot for teammates from the right flank. Competition for the winger spots will be very heavy at Lecce, but Morente finally showed here why he was signed for this season.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Complete Lecce move Morente has completed a move to Lecce for the 2024/25 season, his new club announced Monday.

Impact Morente was a regular for Elche during the 2023/24 campaign in Spain's second tier, recording eight goals and two assists across 39 appearances. He should compete for a spot upfront in Lecce.

JUNE 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts 10 crosses Morente registered one shot (zero on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Getafe.

Impact For the first time across his 2022-23 season, Morente has a double-digit tally of crosses logged during an appearance. Currently, he is averaging eight crosses across May.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE