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Jesus Vallejo, Real Madrid's forgotten footballer who is ready to start again Madrid had an injury crisis in 2024-25 but Vallejo only played 10 minutes before mid-May. Now he has a fresh start at Albacete

JULY 17, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

Winning assist off bench Vallejo came off the bench and delivered an assist on the winning goal in Real Madrid's 2-1 comeback victory over Mallorca.

Impact The defender's assist kept Real Madrid's slim La Liga title hopes alive, and his moment likely gives him an opening for more minutes against Sevilla next week.

MAY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench spot Vallejo (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Leganes.

Impact Vallejo is no longer injured and is an option again, with the defender fit enough to see a spot on the bench. This is solid news for the defender but he isn't likely to see much time, only appearing once for 10 minutes all season.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for Saturday Vallejo (thigh) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Leganes.

Impact Vallejo overcame a thigh injury and will be an option for the weekend. However, the center-back is buried in the depth chart, so he won't have a lot of upside for this clash. The only realistic path for Vallejo to play would be if Real Madrid decide to rotate their squad heavily.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Vallejo has suffered a thigh injury and will be out for the upcoming fixtures, the club announced.

Impact Vallejo sustained a thigh injury, specifically to the biceps femoris in his left leg, and will miss upcoming matches. The recovery timeline remains uncertain as it depends on his progress. His absence is unlikely to affect the starting lineup, as he has played only 10 minutes this season and remained an unused substitute 29 times across all competitions.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Madrid Vallejo is returning to Real Madrid after his loan with Granada has come to an end.

Impact Vallejo's time with Granada was far from how he would've wanted it to go, as the defender only appeared three times (one start), spending most of the season injured due to multiple issues. He will now hope to see time with Real Madrid in the next season, although it is more likely he will be sent on loan again.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Vallejo (hamstring) is out for Friday's match against Valencia.

Impact Vallejo will continue on the sidelines for yet another match as he continues to deal with a hamstring issue, now missing his 10th straight contest. With the club not releasing much on his status, it is difficult to know when he will return, but he will hope it comes against Alaves on April 14.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Cadiz this Friday Vallejo (hamstring) is not in the squad to face Cadiz on Friday.

Impact Vallejo continues to deal with a nagging hamstring problem, and not even the international break was enough for him to recover. His next chance to play will come against Valencia on April 4.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left off squad list Vallejo (hamstring) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Mallorca after being left out of the squad list.

Impact Vallejo is missing his eighth straight match due to hamstring issues after being left out of the squad list Friday, now having missed 24 contests this campaign due to injuries while only appearing three times. This has been a brutal run for the defender this season, but he will hope to return following the international break, having another two weeks to recover and hopefully shaking off the injury by the March 29 contest against Cadiz.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Vallejo (hamstring) is out for Saturday's match against Real Sociedad.

Impact Vallejo is remaining out despite reports that he would be ready for Saturday, as he is missing his seventh straight match due to a hamstring issue. Following the reports this week, the defender should be expected to be back with the team by next week's match against Mallorca on Saturday, most likely returning to the bench after only appearing three times all season.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Vallejo (hamstring) is available for Saturday's clash with Sociedad, according to manager Alex Medina.

Impact Vallejo didn't take part in training Thursday, but that wasn't due to injury, and he's expected to return for Saturday's match. The defender hasn't played a significant role even when fully fit, with just three appearances in La Liga action this season due to injuries and poor form. Vallejo won't be rushed back into any sort of major minutes after each of his last two attempts to return saw him injured once more.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to struggle with injury Vallejo has not been an option for the last four matches with a hamstring injury.

Impact Vallejo has only made three appearances this seasons since joining from Real Madrid. He has only made one start in La Liga since the 2021/22 campaign as he continues to struggle to make an impact in the league,

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Cadiz Vallejo (hamstring) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Cadiz.

Impact Vallejo is back in the mix for Granda, finally returning to the team sheet for only the third time this season after dealing with two separate injuries that resulted in him missing 16 matches altogether. The defender had started in the first match of the year before going down with a leg knock that started his injury woes, so he will hope to possibly work his way back into that spot. However, that may take some time after such a long absence, as he will have to get his fitness up to par once again and will have to earn his integration back into the squad.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Vallejo (hamstring) is training ahead of Wednesday's clash with Cadiz, according to manager Alexander Medina.

Impact Vallejo returned to training ahead of Wednesday's clash and will face a late fitness test. The fact he has trained fully with the team seems to bode well but there's still a chance he feels something in his hamstring pre-match. Vallejo has missed all but two matches in 2023/24 due to a variety of nagging injuries.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Vallejo (hamstring) will not be an option for Tuesday's match against Sevilla, being left out of the squad list for the contest.

Impact Vallejo has still not recovered from his most recent knock, missing his ninth straight match with the injury. This is an unfortunate spell on the sidelines for the defender, as he already spent seven games on the sideline earlier this season due to another injury. He will hope to return to play soon, only having played in two contests all campaign.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Celta Vigo clash Vallejo (hamstring) isn't in the squad for Saturday's game versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Vallejo will continue to miss time due to a knee injury. He has already sat out seven matches because of it and has been available just twice this campaign due to multiple injuries.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Availability for Saturday uncertain Vallejo (hamstring) will be a game-time call to face Celta Vigo on Saturday, manager Alexander Medina told media during his pre-match press conference Friday. "We're going to wait...

Impact Vallejo has been dealing with injuries all season long and has been limited to just two appearances while logging only six minutes since starting in the season opener. If he's unavailable for Saturday's matchup, his next chance to return before the end of the calendar year will come against Sevilla on Dec. 19.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad to face Real Madrid Vallejo (hamstring) is not in the squad to face Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact The center-back has struggled with injuries all season long, and this will be his sixth consecutive absence. In fact, the veteran defender has made just two appearances all year long, and he's logged just six minutes since starting in the season opener. Vallejo's next chance to play will come against Athletic on Dec. 10.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Vallejo (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's match against Alaves, Jose Ignacio Cejudo of Ideal reports.

Impact Manager Paco Lopez was precise and concise with the injury of Vallejo, saying the medical staff ruled him out but without giving further details. His next chance to play will come against Real Madrid on Dec. 2, but his fitness levels will ultimately determine when he'll be able to return to action.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Vallejo (hamstring) participated in team training ahead of Friday's match against Alaves.

Impact Vallejo looks to be ready for a return soon after returning to training on Tuesday. This is great news for the defender, as he has only been available for two matches this season, missing the other 11 with a leg and hamstring injury. He was a starter in the first match of the season but most likely won't return to that position immediately, as the team won't rush the player back into action after his absence. There is a possibility he will play on Friday after training with the team, and if he does, expect him to earn a bench role.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out once more Vallejo will miss Friday's trip to Osasuna after re-aggravating his leg injury, according to manager Paco Lopez. "The one who is not going to travel is Jesus Vallejo, who still has...

Impact Vallejo is set for the sideline yet again, an awful start to his time on loan with Granada. He picked up an injury during the opening match of La Liga and now picked up an injury after just six minutes off the bench before the break. Ignasi Miquel and Miguel Rubio will continue in the starting XI with Vallejo on the sideline.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes brief cameo Vallejo (leg) played six minutes off the bench against Barcelona on Sunday.

Impact Vallejo returned after a seven-match stint on the shelf due to his leg injury, With the added time off thanks to the international break, Vallejo should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI versus Osasuna on Oct. 20, though he is far from a lock. If Vallejo does start, it could come at the expense of Miguel Rubio.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Vallejo (leg) is fit for Sunday's clash with Barcelona, according to manager Paco Lopez.

Impact Vallejo trained throughout the week and is now available to make his return for Sunday's clash with Barcelona. The defender is a major boon to add to the starting XI after suffering a broken fibula in the opening match of the season. Vallejo could be left on the bench behind the central defensive duo of Ignasi Miguel and Raul Torrente to continue recovering his fitness over the international break.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for extended period on sideline Vallejo (leg) will miss multiple weeks with a fibular rapture in his left hamstring.

Impact Vallejo will likely miss a good chunk of this season due to a fibular rapture. It is a tough blow for the defender as they are only three games into the season, but he will now have to watch from the sidelines as he heals over the next 1-3 months. Fellow defender Ricard will most likely slide into Vallejo's starting spot while he is out injured.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Vallejo (undisclosed) was ruled out for Saturday's clash with Mallorca, according to manager Paco Lopez.

Impact Vallejo is out Saturday due to an injury that saw him miss a 2-0 loss to Rayo. The defender's next chance to return will be a Saturday trip to Sociedad, his final match before the international break.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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