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Heading back to Milan Saelemaekers is returning to Milan after his time at Roma and will likely stay under new coach Massimiliano Allegri, Mediaset reported.

Impact Saelemaekers was one of Roma's top performers last season, but they didn't have an option to buy, and the two teams couldn't agree on a fee, also because Milan might decide to keep him with a new boss at the helm. He had a career year and posted 7 goals, four assists, 27 shots (13 on target) and 67 crosses (15 accurate) in 29 appearances (20 starts).

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dazzling display Saelemaekers scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Torino.

Impact Saelemaekers made sure to leave his mark in Roma's final match of the season against Torino. In 89 minutes played, the left winger scored a goal, won a penalty, drew the most fouls in the match with three, and had five touches in the opposition's box. Saelemaekers finished his Serie A season with ten goal contributions in 18 starts, including two in his last four starts.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 25 • Associated Press

Fires four shots versus Milan Saelemaekers drew two fouls and had four shots (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-1 victory versus AC Milan.

Impact Saelemaekers drew his first start in a month thanks to a couple of absences, as the boss preferred other options, and led his team in attempts, although with no end product. He could stay in the XI for the season finale. He has assisted once and posted five shots (one on target), five key passes and three corners in his last five outings. He last failed to record at least a cross back in mid-February.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Active display in win Saelemaekers created two chances, sent in six crosses (two accurate) and drew three fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Verona.

Impact Saelemaekers didn't appear on the scoresheet this time but was still very active from the flanks, always generating danger or forcing the opposing defense to foul to stop him. Despite missing two months due to an injury during the first half of the campaign, the winger was still able to get into a groove and have the best numbers of his career, with six goals and three assists over just 19 league appearances.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out assist in Lazio game Saelemaekers drew four fouls and assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Saelemaekers didn't have a great output but collected a point by feeding Matias Soule before a successful effort from downtown. He's up to four helpers in the campaign. He has provided two in his last five showings (three starts), adding two shots (one on target), seven key passes and nine crosses (one accurate).

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Saeleamekers served a one-match ban in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.

Impact Saelemaekers was replaced by Zeki Celik on the right wing in this one. He has started in three of his last six outings, recording two goals, one assist, nine chances created and 11 crosses (one accurate). He's not a lock to make the XI against Lazio on Sunday.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Juventus clash Saelemaekers had two crosses (zero accurate), three tackles (all won), one interception and one clearance and was booked for the fifth time in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Saelemaekers had a subdued offensive performance and will miss the next fixture due to yellow-card accumulation. If Zeki Celik or Devyne Rensch, who are nursing thigh issues, are unavailable, Stephan El Shaarawy or Matias Soule will adapt to his position.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Saelemaekers scored to make it goals in back-to-back games. He now has a total of six for the season. In this game, he scored with his only shot, and in the previous game, he scored from his only shot on target.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 2 • Associated Press

Strikes in four goal rout of Monza Saelemaekers scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (none accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 4-0 victory against Monza.

Impact Saelemaekers got on the scoresheet Monday by netting from his only shot on target. The midfielder also engaged in 19 duels (winning four). He has now bagged five and produced two assists from his 15 appearances (12 starts), but it had been six Serie A matches since his last strike and three since his last assist.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out return leg against Porto Saelemaekers picked up his third yellow card in the Europa League in Thursday's 1-1 draw with Porto.

Impact Saelemakers won't be available for the second match against Porto due to yellow-card accumulation. Zeki Celik will likely move from the back to the right wing, with Mats Hummels or Victor Nelsson getting the nod.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Deployed as a sub against Venezia Saelemaekers had two crosses (zero accurate), four tackles (two won), one key pass and one corner in 45 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 win against Venezia.

Impact Saelemaekers came off the bench for the second consecutive game as Roma played in Coppa Italia midweek and did a little bit of everything in both phases. He'll remain the starter, but the team added a better deputy in Devy Rensch in January. He has assisted once and added three shots (zero on target), 11 chances created and 16 crosses (five accurate) in his last five displays (three starts).

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Assist off bench Saelemaekers assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Napoli.

Impact For the first time since Dec. 2, Saelemaekers was dropped from Roma's starting XI. Still, the temporary demotion did not stop him from impacting Roma's latest game, which the team saved one point thanks to his assist of an Angelino goal. Saelemaekers is in great form, having logged a goal or an assist in 75 percent of his last eight appearances.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again Saelemaekers scored in Roma's 2-2 draw against Bologna Sunday. He also had four crosses and four tackles in the effort.

Impact Saelemaekers has scored in three of last four games, making him the go-to player for Roma in the attacking third. The forward will next look to break down a Genoa side which has allowed 27 goals on the season but only one in its last three matches.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

Goal and assist in win Saelemaekers scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Lazio. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 37th minu...

Impact Saelemaekers set up Lorenzo Pellegrini for a shot from the center of the box to earn a 1-0 lead in the 11th minute of play. Seven minutes later, Saelemaekers followed up with a goal of his own, as he knocked one in from close range to make it a 2-0 game. This marked the third time in five league games that Saelemaekers accounted for a goal contribution and the first time this season that he had two in one game. He also tied his season high with two shots on target and accounted for at least one chance created for a third consecutive outing.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in win Saelemaekers scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 5-0 win against Parma.

Impact Saelemaekers was in he starting XI for the second consecutive match and put in a solid performance. He scored a well-taken volley in the 13th minute after a quality cross from Angelino. He also created a season-high three chances and matched his season-high with four tackles. He will face his former club AC Milan on Dec. 29.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty active versus Como Saelemaekers had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one corner and drew two fouls in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Como.

Impact Saelemaekers fared better than most Roma attackers in a rough game but lacked precision in his deliveries. He has scored once and added five shots (two on target), three key passes and 10 crosses (two accurate) in the last five games (two starts).

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds the target in Lecce bout Saelemaekers drew two fouls and scored one goal to go with four shots (two on target) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Lecce.

Impact Saeleamekers showed well in his first start since recovering from a serious ankle injury, as he was peppy in the final third and opened the scoring with a slightly scuffed shot in front of the goalie. His versatility should allow him to play regularly. He has featured five times so far, totaling five shots (three on target), four key passes, six crosses (two accurate) and seven tackles (two won).

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench versus Tottenham Saelemaekers (ankle) had one key pass, three crosses (one accurate), two corners and one tackle (one won) in 21 minutes in Thursday's 2-2 draw with Tottenham.

Impact Saelemaekers looked good considering he had missed a lot of time due to an ankle injury. Once fully fit, he'll be a prominent option in multiple roles and could be a regular on the right wing if the coach stuck with a three-man defense.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Tottenham game Saeleamekers (ankle) has been named in Roma's squad list to face Tottenham on Thursday.

Impact Saeleamekers is returning after nine weeks on the shelf due to an ankle injury. He'll likely make some cameos at first, but he could eventually supplant Zeki Celik on the right wing depending on the formation. He has notched three chances created, 12 crosses (four accurate) and five tackels in three seasonal appearances.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes under the knife Saelemaekers had surgery to address a malleolus fracture, Roma announced.

Impact Saeleamekers and the team opted for the operation, which will sideline him for a longer period of time. He's expected to be out for two months, Sky Italy informed. Roma will have to turn to their other options on the wings.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss considerable time Saelemaekers has been diagnosed with an ankle sprain and microfracture, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Saeleamekers will be further evaluated after there is less swelling. He and the doctors will need to decide whether he requires surgery, which would extend his timetable but guarantee a full recovery. He's expected to be out for at least a month, missing the stretch of games before the next break. Stephan El Shaarawy, Angelino, and Saud Abdulhamid will pick up the slack since he can play in a few different roles on the wings.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off Sunday Saelemaekers was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match against Genoa with a leg injury.

Impact Saelemaekers left the match in the 50th minute succumbing to a leg injury following a challenge. The extent of the injury should be determined ahead of next week's clash against Udinese.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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