Jose Maria Gimenez
31-Year-Old
Atlético Madrid
La Liga
GTD
Injury Ankle
Est. Return 6/15/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Gimenez was busy throughout the 2024/25 season, recording 115 clearances, 27 interceptions and 26 tackles across 27 appearances (20 starts). The Uruguayan international was a regular at center-back, but some rotation would be surprising if Clement Lenglet and Robin Le Normand are also fit. His upside is capped since the only area where he contributes reliably is defensive stats such as clearances, tackles and interceptions. That said, Atleti's defensive prowess and tendency to secure clean sheets could boost Gimenez's outlook, as usual.
Could be on bench Monday
Gimenez (ankle) is likely to be eligible as a substitute option if required Monday against Saudi Arabia following his participation in training sessions, Fabian Bertolini of El Espectador Deportes reports.
ANALYSIS
Gimenez was expected to miss his country's World Cup opener and might still not play even if he's on the bench, with the coaching staff likely avoiding any risk ahead of the latter stages of the competition. In any case, the defender could give the team a huge boost whenever he's back on the pitch, especially with Ronald Araujo (calf) also struggling to overcome a fitness issue. Sebastian Caceres (concussion) and Santi Bueno are expected to form a natural center-back pairing in the absence of Gimenez and Araujo, while the inclusion of Juan Sanabria at left-back and deployment of Mathias Olivera in the center could be another possibility.
Gimenez was expected to miss his country's World Cup opener and might still not play even if he's on the bench, with the coaching staff likely avoiding any risk ahead of the latter stages of the competition. In any case, the defender could give the team a huge boost whenever he's back on the pitch, especially with Ronald Araujo (calf) also struggling to overcome a fitness issue. Sebastian Caceres (concussion) and Santi Bueno are expected to form a natural center-back pairing in the absence of Gimenez and Araujo, while the inclusion of Juan Sanabria at left-back and deployment of Mathias Olivera in the center could be another possibility.
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Won't play in WC opener
Gimenez (ankle) won't be available for Monday's World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia, according to Soledad Cejas of DSports.
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Not expected to play in opener
Gimenez (ankle) is not expected to be risked in Uruguay's World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia on Monday, according to TyC Sports.
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Training away from group
Gimenez (ankle) is not training with the group and is a major doubt for the World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia on Monday, according to Oscar Garcia of MARCA.
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Close to full fitness
Gimenez (ankle) has progressed in his recovery and is a likely option for the Uruguayan national team in the upcoming World Cup after coach Marcelo Bielsa said "I would almost say that the time for his full discharge is being extended as a precaution, but he is doing very well.", AUFTV reports.
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Suffers high-grade ankle sprain
Gimenez was confirmed with a high-grade ankle sprain in his right ankle sustained during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Celta Vigo, ruling him out for the foreseeable future and effectively ending his season, according to the club.
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Could head to Saudi Arabia
Two teams in the Saudi Pro League are interested in signing Gimenez, according to Diego Paez de Roque of El Desmarque.
ANALYSIS
Gimenez is one of the most reliable defensive alternatives at Atletico Madrid, but it wouldn't be shocking if the defender changes teams in the summer. After all, Atletico are keen on signing Cristian Romero, and they already feature Clement Lenglet and Robin Le Normand on the current roster. If the contract is attractive, which is sure to be the case, expect Gimenez to consider his exit from the Wanda Metropolitano.
Gimenez is one of the most reliable defensive alternatives at Atletico Madrid, but it wouldn't be shocking if the defender changes teams in the summer. After all, Atletico are keen on signing Cristian Romero, and they already feature Clement Lenglet and Robin Le Normand on the current roster. If the contract is attractive, which is sure to be the case, expect Gimenez to consider his exit from the Wanda Metropolitano.