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Undergoing further evaluations Saelemaekers took more tests on his ankle, which revealed a lack of stability stemming from the recent injury and a previous surgery, and will visit a specialist to decide how to a...

Impact Saelemaekers had more exams as he wasn't improving while being held out of practice. He'll be sidelined for months if he and the doctors opt for the surgical solution, but the final call hasn't been made yet, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rolls ankle in training Saelemaekers is day-to-day due to a right ankle sprain, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Saelemaekers was initially feared to have suffered a severe injury, but the exams excluded bone or ligament damage. He'll have more than a week to recover for October 11's match versus Sassuolo. He has been splitting time with Alphadjo Cisse, Omari Hutchinson and Ruben Loftus-Cheek so far.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist in Venezia game Saelemaekers assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate), one tackle (one won) and three chances created in 31 minutes in Friday's 2-0 victory versus Venezia.

Impact Saelemaekers made his presence felt off the bench, pacing his side in key passes and finding Goncalo Ramos in a dangerous position with a tidy pass to set up the first goal of the match. He has opened the season as a backup because of the World Cup, but he'll likely resume being a starter, either as a no. 10 or a wingback, sooner rather than later. He has notched at least one tackle and one interception in his first two appearances, while he had just one off-target shot offensively against Torino.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup campaign ends Saelemaekers recorded no stats in Friday's 2-1 loss against Spain.

Impact Saelemaekers was brought onto the field for the final few minutes of Belgium's loss to Spain on Friday, getting only four minutes of play. This was likely not the World Cup the midfielder was hoping for, as he only started in one of his four appearances for 81 minutes of play. However, he still earned a goal on his four shots, at least having something to go home with.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Saelemaekers finds the back of the net with powerful shot to seal Belgium's win over New Zealand | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

JUNE 27 • FOX SPORTS

BELGIUM GETS ITS FIFTH GOAL OF THE NIGHT 🇧🇪

JUNE 27 • FOX SPORTS

Stoppage-time goal completes rout Saelemaekers scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one corner in Friday's 5-1 victory against New Zealand.

Impact Saelemaekers came off the bench and put the finishing touch on Belgium's dominant performance, confidently converting Romelu Lukaku's assist with the final kick of the game in Tuesday's 5-1 win over New Zealand. His second-half introduction injected even more energy into an attack that was already firing on all cylinders. The late goal capped a statement victory and secured Belgium's place atop Group G heading into the Round of 32.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Provides disciplined display Saelemaekers generated two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Iran.

Impact Saelemaekers started on the right wing in place of the absent Jeremy Doku in Sunday's goalless draw with Iran, registering two shots, one cross and one tackle across 58 minutes before being replaced by Dodi Lukebakio as coach Rudi Garcia made his triple substitution in search of a breakthrough. The winger contributed to Belgium's sustained pressure in the first half without creating any clear-cut opportunities of his own, and his defensive tracking work on Iran's counter-attacks helped maintain Belgium's shape against a side that was consistently dangerous on the transition. With Jeremy Doku's return for the New Zealand fixture uncertain, Saelemaekers has demonstrated he can be a reliable and disciplined wide option for this Belgium squad, though his replacement by the more direct Lukebakio suggested the coaching staff wanted more individual threat from the wide positions in the final third.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan hires former Manchester United coach Rúben Amorim

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JUNE 16 • Associated Press

Scores opener Saelemaekers scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Cagliari.

Impact Saelemaekers gave AC Milan the perfect start in Sunday's 1-2 defeat to Cagliari on the final day of the season, reacting instinctively after Fikayo Tomori's ball over the top was nodded on by Santiago Gimenez to fire home a first-time finish inside two minutes for his third Serie A goal of the campaign. The Belgian winger tried everything to help restore the lead afterward, contributing three key passes and two crosses, but his early strike ultimately proved meaningless as Cagliari's counterattacking goals condemned Milan to the UEFA Europa League. Saelemaekers ends the 2025-26 Serie A season with three goals, three assists and 52 key passes across 35 appearances, and he is expected to play an important impact role off the bench for Belgium national football team at the FIFA World Cup in June.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to face Cagliari Saelemaekers served a one-game suspension in Sunday's 2-1 win over Genoa.

Impact Saelemaekers will be back versus Cagliari next Sunday and compete with Zachary Athekame, who scored in relief. Saelemaekers has taken one shot in five consecutive outings (three on target), registering seven chances created, seven crosses (two accurate) and three interceptions during that stretch. Furthermore, He has recorded one or more tackles in his last 10 outings, totaling 20 (10 won).

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Serie A schedule in chaos, with half the teams unsure when they'll play this weekend

The Serie A schedule is in chaos just days before the penultimate round of fixtures

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Disqualified for Genoa meeting Saelemaekers had one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created and was booked for the fifth time in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Atalanta.

Impact Saelemakers had a pedestrian outing for the most part, but took one shot for the fifth game in a row (three on target) and extended his streak of matches with multiple tackles to six, for a total of 15 (seven won). He won't be available for the Genoa match due to yellow-card accumulation. Zachary Athekame will likely fill in.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Fairly lively in Juventus meeting Saelemaekers won three of three tackles and had one shot (zero on goal), three interceptions and two chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Juventus.

Impact Saelemakers was pretty sprightly on the wing and tracked back a lot, posting a new season high in interceptions. He hit the crossbar from inside the box in the best scoring opportunity of the contest. He has registered at least one tackle in eight straight fixtures, piling up 15 (eight won), adding 16 key passes, 13 crosses (six accurate) and seven interceptions over that span. Furthermore, this marked his third game in a row with one shot (two on target).

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan a win away from Serie A title despite blowing two-goal lead at Torino

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APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Middling performance versus Udinese Saelemaekers had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Udinese.

Impact Saelemaekers played in a more attacking role and was decently active but not overly impactful like the rest of the Milan frontline. He has posted at least one tackle in six straight fixtures, amassing 10 (three won) and adding five shots (two on target) and 14 key passes during that stretch. Additionally, this marked his fourth match in a row with at least one cross for a total of 12 (five accurate).

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses against Parma Saelemaekers had three shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Parma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 3...

Impact Saelemaekers was heavily involved in Sunday's matchup against Parma, delivering a season-high eight crosses while attempting three shots and creating one key chance. The midfielder made his first start since returning from a thigh injury and has now started 23 of his 24 appearances this season, recording two goals and three assists during that span.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance against Como Saelemakers (thigh) won one of two tackles and had one key pass, one inaccurate cross and one interception in 35 minutes in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Como.

Impact Saelemaekers was moderately lively in his return from a two-game absence and did a little bit of everything. He might be back in the XI over Zachary Athekame against Parma with a couple more practices under his belt. He has assisted once and logged five shots (zero on target), eight chances created and seven crosses (three accurate) in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Saelemaekers (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Como.

Impact Saelemaekers is back with his team after he was already speculated to be an option, although he is not fit enough for the starting XI, only selected for the bench. He should return to a starting role in the coming games, taking back his spot from Zachary Athekame.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Como match Saelemaekers (thigh) "will be available Wednesday," coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Saelemaekers has shaken off a thigh issue that cost him two matches and will be an option, but it remains to be seen whether he'll resume starting right away since Zachary Athekame has been fine in relief. Saelemaekers has assisted once and posted eight chances created, 10 crosses (four accurate) and six shots (zero on target) in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Pisa fixture Saelemaekers (thigh) "is out for Friday, and we'll see about Wednesday's game versus Como," coach Massimiliano Allegri relayed.

Impact Saelemaekers will sit out the second contest in a row because of a relapse of a thigh injury, but the gaffer left the door open for a return next week. Zachary Athekame will likely get another start after filling in nicely in the past fixture.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Bologna match Saelemaekers "re-injured his thigh in the last game and won't be available Tuesday," coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Saelemaekers will be spared and will have almost to weeks to recuperate for the Pisa match on February 13. Zachary Athekame or Ruben Loftus-Cheek will handle the right wing in relief.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Plays one half against Roma Saelemaekers (thigh) had two interceptions, two clearances and one off-target shot in 45 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Roma.

Impact Saelemaekers got the nod after suffering a minor injury in the previous game, but didn't have his signature burst and was pulled at the interval. He didn't record a cross for the first time in the season and snapped a five-game streak with at least one key pass. He'll have more than a week to improve physically ahead of the Como contest.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Starting to face Roma Saelemaekers (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Roma.

Impact Saelemaekers is recovered and healthy as expected Sunday, with the midfielder fit enough to earn his starting role immediately. The midfielder still has yet to miss a start all season and should remain in this role, recording two goals and three assists.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Roma contest Saelemaekers (thigh) "is feeling better, and we'll evaluate whether he can start," coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Saelemaekers will at least be an option and could stay in the XI if a final fitness test goes well. Zachary Athekame and Koni De Winter are the fallback options in the role. He has created at least one chance in five straight fixtures, totaling 10 and logging one assist, six shots (zero on target) and 12 crosses (five accurate) over that span.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

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