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Remains backup option mostly Lopez tallied one goal and two assists in 34 La Liga appearances (12 starts) in attacking midfield this season.

Impact Lopez was slightly more effective during his sophomore campaign with Rayo as he tallied a few direct goal involvements from midfield, but the 27-year-old was still behind the likes of Oscar Trejo, Oscar Valentin and Santi Comesana in the team's depth chart.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots at Real Madrid Lopez generated two shots (one on goal) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact Lopez made his first start in nearly a month Wednesday and finished the match with two shots (one on target), his most since Oct. 29 at Sevilla. He also created two chances, took one corner, won one tackle and intercepted two passes in his 83 minutes of action. He picked up a yellow card in the 51st minute as well, his second booking of the season.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Sevilla Lopez took three shots (one on target) and assisted a goal in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Sevilla. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Lopez grabbed his second assist of the season in setting up Alvaro Garcia's winner on Saturday. This was just his second start in La Liga since August.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late game winner Lopez scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing four times inaccurately and making two interceptions during Monday's 2-1 win over Elche.

Impact Lopez entered the match in the 63rd minute and scored the game winning goal five minutes into stoppage time. It was the first goal and second goal involvement of the season for the midfielder, but he's started just three times to begin the year.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Adds assist in win Lopez provided one assist from one chance created and committed three fouls during Friday's 2-0 win over Espanyol.

Impact Lopez set up Isi Palazon's opening goal and was far more involved during this game, completing 45 passes after only recording 14 in the opener against Barcelona. While there are some matchup-based reasons for that difference, it's a decent sign that Lopez can make the occasional play. Still, he's a defensive-minded midfielder in a side that has subbed him out in two straight games and that's not great for fantasy value.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots against Levante Lopez took four shots (two on target) and created two chances in last week's 4-2 defeat against Levante. He also won two of four tackles in the match.

Impact Lopez made 27 La Liga appearances (13 starts) this campaign while playing in a bit of a hybrid role between defensive and attacking midfield. The 26-year-old will return to Rayo next season after his loan deal from Athletic Bilbao expires, and he will want to carve out a more consistent role for himself on the team.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Granada Lopez (thigh) is in Rayo's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Granada.

Impact Lopez has missed Rayo's last six La Liga games with a thigh injury he suffered in early February, but he's back with the team and could see some playing time off the bench Sunday.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Friday Lopez (thigh) will not be an option versus Elche on Friday.

Impact Lopez will be out of action for his second straight match due to his thigh problem. Prior to his absence, the midfielder started just two of his previous five contests in which he registered one shot (off target), seven crosses (zero on target) and seven corners. If he can crack the starting XI, Lopez is capable of offering solid fantasy value.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off holding groin Lopez (thigh) was brought off the pitch during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Celta Vigo.

Impact Lopez was brought off the pitch holding his inner thigh, after attempting a lunge. While the severity of the strain is unclear, it was a rough sight for the midfielder. He will hope to make his way back into full training before a Saturday clash with Osasuna. Oscar Trejo came on the pitch in place of Lopez during Sunday's match.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in Copa del Rey Lopez (undisclosed) was an unused substitute in Saturday's Copa del Rey victory against Girona.

Impact Lopez missed last weekend's draw against Real Betis with an undisclosed injury, but he was fit enough to be in the match day squad Saturday and should be available fully fit for next weekend's La Liga clash against Bilbao.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Atletico Lopez was subbed out of Sunday's defeat against Atletico Madrid in the 59th minute after suffering an apparent injury. He made a clearance, an interception and won one of one tackl...

Impact It is unclear whether Lopez will be forced to miss additional game time due to his potential injury, but Oscar Trejo could return to attacking midfield in his place against Betis next weekend.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records five crosses Lopez registered five crosses (one accurate), two corners and two chances created against Celta Vigo on Monday.

Impact Lopez was making his second start in the club's last three games and fourth appearance in the starting XI of the year. While he's far from a lock to start on a weekly basis, the midfielder should continue to rack up crosses when he does feature for the club.

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Vallecano Lopez has signed a three-year deal with Vallecano from Athletic Bilbao.

Impact Lopez makes the move to Vallecano after starting 39 matches the last two seasons at Bilbao. He should immediately contend for starts at Vallecano, though his exact role is unclear after he split set pieces at times with Athletic.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE