Arnaut Danjuma
VAL
Set to make matchday squad
Danjuma (undisclosed) will be included in Valencia's squad for Sunday's La Liga clash against Racing Santander despite dealing with a recent fitness issue, according to coach Javier Aguirre. "I'm going to include Danjuma in the squad."
Analysis: Danjuma has been working his way back from an undisclosed issue and was spotted training individually with the ball Thursday, marking a positive step in his recovery. Although his limited involvement in team training initially raised doubts about his availability, coach Aguirre has now confirmed that the winger will travel with the squad for Sunday's matchup. Danjuma has started six of his seven La Liga appearances this season but has yet to record a goal or assist. While his inclusion is encouraging, his recent fitness concerns could limit him to a substitute role rather than an immediate return to the starting XI.
Resumes individual ball work
Danjuma was spotted working individually with the ball during Thursday's training session as he continues his recovery from an undisclosed issue, according to German Munoz of El Partit de la Una.
Analysis: Danjuma has taken a positive step in his recovery after previously being limited to individual work away from the group, though he has yet to resume full team training. The winger remains questionable for Sunday's La Liga clash against Racing Santander, with his progress over the next few days likely to determine whether he can feature. Danjuma has started six of his seven appearances this season but has yet to register a goal or assist, and his potential absence could force Valencia to adjust their attacking rotation.
Hopeful for Racing clash
Danjuma (undisclosed) remained on the side during Tuesday's training session as he continues to deal with discomfort, though Valencia are optimistic about his recovery ahead of Sunday's clash with Racing Santander, according to Diario AS.
Analysis: Danjuma has yet to fully rejoin the group after initially picking up the issue during a training session last week, leaving his status for Sunday's trip to Racing Santander up in the air. The club's optimism over his recovery is encouraging, but he'll likely need to make progress in training over the next few days to put himself in position to feature. The winger has started six of his seven appearances this season but is still searching for his first goal contribution.
Not training this week
Danjuma (undisclosed) hasn't trained since the beginning of last week, after leaving a session midway through citing discomfort and not having returned since, according to Nacho Sanchis of A Punt Esports.
Analysis: Danjuma had a decent outing in the recent loss to Real Sociedad, producing nine crosses and two chances created, though he remains without a goal contribution this season despite seven appearances, including six starts. His continued absence from training is a concern to monitor, and further clarity on the issue should emerge as Valencia enters the final part of the international break under new coach Javier Aguirre.
Whips in nine crosses
Danjuma generated two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (five accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Real Sociedad.
Analysis: Danjuma was unable to bag a goal contribution but still had a decent outing, notching two shots, two chances created and nine crosses Sunday. That said, the attacker remains without a goal contribution this season despite his seven appearances (six starts), needing to get on the board soon to avoid a rough season.
Three shots, no goal
Danjuma recorded three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 5-0 loss against Barcelona.
Analysis: Danjuma was back in the starting XI after a bench role in the last contest, with the attacker playing all 90 minutes. He would record three shots and put two on target, although both were saved as he walked away with no goals. He still has yet to bag a goal contribution this season, recording 10 shots and one chance created.
Takes three shots in draw
Arnaut Danjuma had three shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Celta Vigo.
Analysis: Danjuma was deployed through the middle but couldn't capitalize on his opportunities as Valencia struggled badly in attack. He had an effort miss just before halftime and another opportunity in the second half, while Valencia finished with only two shots on target as a team. Danjuma ultimately gave way to Hugo Duro in the 83rd minute. Despite receiving a starting opportunity amid reports linking him with a move to PSV, the forward did little Saturday to strengthen his case for an extended role.
Energetic substitute appearance
Arnaut Danjuma generated four crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Atletico Madrid.
Analysis: Arnaut Danjuma made the most of his 17-minute cameo Saturday in Valencia's 2-0 home defeat to Atletico Madrid. The attacker notched a team high with two accurate crosses and created one chance. Across Valencia's last 10 league fixtures, Danjuma has made eight appearances (one starts).
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