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Out for Como game Atta (abdomen) "is rehabbing, and we don't want him to have to stop again once he's back," coach Paolo Vanoli stated.

Impact Atta will skip the second contest in a row due to a nagging injury and won't be brought back until he's 100 percent. Christ Inao Oulai replaced him last week but didn't fare too convincingly. Marco Brescianini, Pedro Goncalves and Alieu Njie could step in next.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Genoa match Atta "won't be available Saturday because of a nagging abdominal injury, as we're trying to have at 100 percent," coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Atta hasn't been in tip-top shape since the beginning of the season, but had always been available so far. He hasn't been able to make a full recovery despite the long break, but his injury doesn't appear to be too serious. Pedro Goncalves, Marco Brescianini or Christ Inao Oulai will take his place, depending on how aggressive the boss wants to be.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Muted display in Napoli tilt Atta recorded two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Atta continues his relatively quiet start, as he's yet to be involved in a goal, even though he generally handles the ball a lot on offense. He hasn't missed time, but he has often trained on the side and generally subbed off early, likely due to a manageable injury. He has posted at least one key pass in the last three rounds, amassing four and adding six shots (two on target), three crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle (one won) in that span. Instead, he ended a three-match string with one interception.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots versus Torino Atta (undisclosed) registered four shots (two on goal), one interception and one chance created and won one tackle in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Torino.

Impact Atta didn't get the nod because he wasn't 100 percent, but the reduced minutes didn't affect his output, as he still led his team in attempts, albeit with poor precision. He'll be a fixture when fully healthy. He has registered four or more shots in back-to-back tilts, amassing nine (there on target). He has logged two key passes, two crosses (one accurate) and three clearances so far.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench role Atta (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Torino.

Impact Atta passed his late fitness assessment after coach Fabio Grosso confirmed his status would be determined following Friday's session, recovering enough to earn a spot in the squad despite the issues that had disrupted his week. The midfielder had started each of Fiorentina's first two matches, but the club opted to manage his return carefully with a bench role rather than risking him from the start.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Torino game Atta "has had some issues during the week. We'll see what he'll manage to do Friday to determine his status for the Torino game," coach Fabio Grosso relayed.

Impact Atta will have to go through a late fitness test to be available and eventually start, as he did in the first two matches. Marco Brescianini or Nicolo Fagioli would pick up the slack if he were out or limited.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in Frosinone clash Atta recorded five shots (one on goal), two cleearances and two crosses (one accurate) and drew one foul in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Frosinone.

Impact Atta bounced back from a quiet first match but lacked aim like all Fiorentina players in this one. He moved to the midfield after playing as a no.10 last week, but he was still very present in the final third. He has tallied at least one cross, amassing three (one accurate), in the first two fixtures, recording also one key pass, five shots (one on target) and one corner.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Muted in first match with Fiorentina Atta registered one cross (zero accurate) and one corner and created one scoring chance in Monday's 4-0 loss versus Roma.

Impact Atta drew the nod despite dealing with a minor muscular problem in recent days, but he didn't look explosive, and his side generated very little offense against an opponent already in mid-season form. He's playing in a slightly more attacking role than in his time at Udinese, considering Fiorentina's current makeup.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Completes move to Fiorentina Atta has completed a permanent move to Fiorentina from Udinese, the club announced.

Impact Atta made 36 appearances across Serie A and the Coppa Italia last season, scoring six goals and providing four assists for Udinese. He previously played for Metz before moving to Italy. The midfielder emerged as one of the standout performers in Serie A last season, drawing interest from several clubs before Fiorentina moved quickly to secure the deal. He joins as new head coach Fabio Grosso looks to rebuild the squad's midfield ahead of the 2026-27 season.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Fairly active in Napoli contest Atta won two of two tackles and recorded two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Napoli.

Impact Atta wasn't superb but did his part on offense. He took one or more shots in the last eight rounds, totaling 14 (six on target). He made the leap this campaign, putting up five goals and three assists and adding 57 shots (20 on target), 34 chances created and 55 crosses (15 accurate) in 32 showings (29 starts).

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Average performance versus Cremonese Atta generated two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Cremonese.

Impact Atta sent in a decent amount of deliveries but wasn't as effective as in some recent tilts. He has notched at least one shot in seven fixtures in a row, accumulating 12 attempts (five on target), scoring five goals and posting four key passes, 11 crosses and five interceptions over that span. Instead, he snapped a five-game string with at least one clearance in this one.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Teen scores twice on full debut as Cagliari beats Atalanta and moves clear of drop zone

Senegalese teenager Paul Mendy has scored twice in his first start for Cagliari, including the opener after 16 seconds

APRIL 27 • Associated Press

Logs brace Atta scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Monday's 3-3 draw against Lazio.

Impact The midfielder thought he had a winner in stoppage time, only to see Lazio get a goal back for a draw. Atta should continue flourishing in the final third against a Torino side which has conceded 56 goals in Serie A play this season.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Milan clash Atta scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), two tackles (two won) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against AC Milan.

Impact Atta was involved in two goals, as he caused the opening one with a cross that was deflected by a defender, and then rounded out the score with a low-driven effort from the edge of the box, again with the help of an opponent, but he was credited for this one. It's his third goal of the season, and the previous one was in late January. He has logged at least one tackle in the last four matches, amassing six (four won) and adding seven shots (three on target), three chances created and five interceptions over that span.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan booed off after shock home loss to Udinese and Juventus closes the gap

AC Milan is nervously looking at the teams behind it after a shocking 3-0 home loss to Udinese on Saturday

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Peppers the posts versus Juventus Atta had five shots (one on goal), three clearances and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Atta was involved in the final third and had the most attempts in two months, but his aim wasn't great, and he squandered a couple of good chances. He looked completely healthy following a muscular injury and played almost the entire game. He has notched one interception in his last eight showings, scoring and assisting once and adding 16 shots (five on target), eight crosses (one accurate) and 13 clearances over that span. Instead, his three-game streak with at least one key pass came to an end.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance against Atalanta Atta (thigh) had two crosses (zero accurate), one off-target shot and one interception and created one scoring chance in 28 minutes in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Atalanta.

Impact Atta was deployed in the final portion of the game and looked pretty good, sending a cannon shot just over the bar. He'll start over Jakub Piotrowski or Jurgen Ekklenkamp if he's in better shape for Saturday's home game versus Juventus. He has logged at least one key pass in three straight outings, amassing five and adding three crosses (one accurate) and three interceptions.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Saturday Atta (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Atalanta.

Impact Atta is back in the squad for Saturday's clash against Atalanta after being a late scratch in the previous game but begins the match on the bench as the coaching staff manage his minutes. The midfielder had been a starter prior to his injury and is expected to reclaim his spot in the starting XI once he regains full fitness. Jurgen Ekkelenkamp and Jakub Piotrowski start again in midfield.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to be back versus Atalanta Atta (thigh) "is fit and has trained well, so he can be an option for Saturday, but we don't want to take risks," coach Kosta Runjiac announced.

Impact Atta should be part of the squad after being a late scratch for the previous game, unless the gaffer is very cautious again. He might begin on the bench to manage his minutes, as Udinese are in full force in his role. Jurgen Ellenkamp and Jakub Piotrowski got the nod last week, while Oier Zarraga and Lennon Miller came off the bench. Atta has notched one interception in six consecutive displays, adding 10 shots (four on target) and seven chances created over that span.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Fiorentina game Atta won't be involved Monday due to muscle fatigue, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Atta won't be risked to avoid a more serious problem and could be back Saturday versus Atalanta. Jakub Piotrowski and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp are both starting in the midfield, while Lennon Miller and Oier Zarraga are the options off the bench.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers goal and assist in win Atta scored one goal and assisted once from six shots and three chances created in Monday's 3-1 victory against Verona.

Impact Atta started for the second consecutive match following a thigh injury and completed the full game despite noting after the match that he is still working back to full fitness. The midfielder delivered his first multi-contribution performance at the senior level, scoring his first league goal since late August from six shots and registering his first assist since late October. Across 15 league starts this season, Atta has produced two goals and three assists from 33 shots and 24 chances created.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Davis scores as Udinese wins 3-1 at struggling Verona in Serie A

Keinan Davis has scored his seventh goal of the season as Udinese beat Verona 3-1

JANUARY 26 • Associated Press

Held in check by Inter Atta drew one foul and recorded one tackle (one won) and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Atta got the nod for the first time since returning from a thigh injury and featured in a more attacking role, de facto filling in for Nicolo Zanilolo (suspension/knee), but he never got going in a match where Udinese didn't muster much offense collectively. His six-game streak with at least one shot was snapped. He has recorded two attempts (zero on target), one chance created and two crosses (one accurate) since healing up, as he's still rounding back into shape.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot against Torino Atta (thigh) had one key pass, one cross (zero accurate) and one off-target shot in 29 minutes in Wendesday's 2-1 win over Torino.

Impact Atta looked good in his return from a thigh lesion and, while he didn't have a statistical output, he contributed to the game-winning goal with a classy move in the midfield and a timely pass to start a fast break. It remains to be seen whether he'll be back in the XI against Pisa on Saturday, or whether the coaching staff will remain cautious.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for bench Atta (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Torino.

Impact Atta is with the team as expected Wednesday, recovering from a thigh injury and five games out to find a spot on the bench. He had yet to miss a start all season before the injury and should return to that role, looking to add to his one goal and two assists.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

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Teen scores twice on full debut as Cagliari beats Atalanta and moves clear of drop zone

AC Milan booed off after shock home loss to Udinese and Juventus closes the gap

Davis scores as Udinese wins 3-1 at struggling Verona in Serie A