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Struggles against Monza Dia won six duels, drew four fouls, and recorded two shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 0-3 loss against Monza.

Impact Dia had decent burst, especially in the second half, but he picked up stats mostly in the peripheral categories. He hasn't looked great after an injury and a brief transfer market-related controversy. He has logged four shots (three on target), one key pass, and one tackle in the last three games. Salernitana will host Cagliari on October 22.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots Dia took two shots (one on goal) and created a chance during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Dia was held off the scoresheet, but wasn't alone as Salernitana were shutout on Saturday. The forward has just one goal through his four appearances on the season thus far as Saturday's match was his first start since recovering from a thigh injury in mid week.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Looks rusty against Empoli Dia (thigh) drew one foul and had three passes in 25 minutes in Wednesday's 0-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Dia came off the bench after missing three games but didn't look great and was uninvolved in an offense that didn't create much to begin with. He's likely to return to the XI against Inter Saturday given his status despite his subpar form. He has scored once and added one shot on target and one chance in three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Empoli Dia (thigh) has been called up for Wednesday's match versus Empoli, Salernitana announced.

Impact Dia is good to go after missing three games due to a thigh strain and settling a dispute with the club, as he received some offers on deadline day. He might be eased into action at first, but he's the star of the team, so it shouldn't be long until he's in the XI. He has scored once and added one shot on target and two chances created in two appearances so far.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Frosinone game Dia (thigh) hasn't been selected for Friday's clash with Frosinone, Salernitana announced.

Impact Dia has been medically cleared but hasn't practiced much this week and will be given more time. He should be back for one of the two upcoming matches. Erik Botheim, Jovane Cabral, and Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi will pick up the slack offensively.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back soon Dia isn't dealing with a major injury and could recover quickly, Gianluca Di Marzio informs.

Impact Dia returned late from international duties as he spent some time in France, and the tests revealed that his lesion isn't too severe and he could be back in one of the three fixtures coming up in short order. Coach Paulo Sousa suggested before the Torino game that he would resume training in some capacity Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury with Senegal Dia has been excused from international duties early due to a rectus femoris strain, Senegal announced.

Impact Dia is heading back to Italy and will take more exams to determine the severity of the problem, which would knock him out for multiple matches if confirmed. He was excluded for behavioral problem sin the most recent Serie A game. Erik Botheim got the start along with Jovane Cabral, Grigoris Kastanos, and Antonio Candreva up front. Newcomer Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi could also start to get playing time.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Lecce match Dia won't be involved against Lecce "due to his behavior in the final days of the transfer window," director Morgan De Sanctis announced.

Impact Dia received an offer from the Premier League down the stretch and was keen on accepting it, but it was too late for his side. The club will hold him out this week due to lack of focus and to send a signal. The disciplinary measure shouldn't be a one-off. Unless the coach decides to field a newcomer, Erik Botheim will replace him up front.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Udinese Dia drew one foul and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Udinese.

Impact Dia got the start after coming off the bench last week and managed to open his seasonal tally despite a low-wattage performance and limited touches. He hit the net with a strike from the middle of the box. He posted 16 goals and six assists last season. Salernitana will visit Lecce Sunday.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finally returns from injury Dia (knee) came off the bench late in Sunday's 1-0 win over Ternana in Coppa Italia.

Impact Dia missed all the friendlies to finalize his recovery from a meniscus tear and other hiccups during the rehab. He might be poised for a slow start, but Salernitana are very thin up front, so he could see good minutes in the first couple of matches even if he's not 100 percent. Erik Botheim is the only other striker currently on the roster.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bought out by Salernitana Dia has joined Salernitana on a permanent deal, as the Italian team picked up their option to buy, Villarreal announced.

Impact Dia shined in his maiden Serie A season, scoring 16 goals and providing six assists. He's not a lock to stay since there's a 25M release clause in his contract, and he's attracting suitors.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will undergo surgery Dia will go under the knife to trim a torn meniscus in his left knee, Il Mattino reports.

Impact Dia will remain sidelined for the season finale but should haven't major issues in the summer as he's expected to recover in 40 days. He's set to be bought out by Salernitana following a loan spell from Villarreal and will be in demand afterward. He concludes the campaign with 16 goals, six assists, 48 shots (eight on target), and 35 chances created in 33 appearances (27 starts). Erik Botheim will likely fill in again versus Cremonese.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Dia sprained his left knee against Roma and is day-to-day, Salernitana announced.

Impact Dia managed to finish the game despite getting hurt and, even if the problem is minor since he didn't sustain structural damage, he might have ended his season early considering the short amount of time to recover. Grigoris Kastanos will likely resume playing as a no.10 after starring as a wingback in the previous match. Krzysztof Piatek and Erik Botheim will carry the attack.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes for 16th goal Dia scored a goal with his lone shot during Monday's 2-2 draw with Roma.

Impact Dia found the back of the net in the 54th minute scoring Salernitana's second goal. Dia has four goals in his last four matches and 16 in 33 appearances, the third highest goal total in Serie A through Monday's match.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hat-trick against Fiorentina Dia scored three goals to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Dia was the saving grace for Salernitana's point Wednesday. Possibly more dominant than ever before, he will be a promising option to consider as the team begins its May schedule. Between eight appearances Dia logged from March 13 and May 3, the striker has seven goals and two assists.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Scores in draw Dia scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Dia scored his 12th goal of the season when he equalized in the 84th minute assisted by Grigoris Kastanos. He made one key pass, one tackle and one clearance. He has two goals and two assists in his last four games. He is fourth highest scorer in the league alongside Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Rafael Leao.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists in victory Dia scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Sassuolo.

Impact Dia scored in the 20th minute and was assisted by Erik Botheim. He also assisted Lassana Coulibaly in the 65th minute. He has 11 goals and six assists this season. He has the 6th most goal involvements in the league and is on level with Paulo Dybala for the same.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist in Inter game Dia drew one foul and assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Friday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Dia came off the bench for tactical reasons, but he still led his side in attempts, hitting the post on his best effort, and slipped the ball to Antonio Candreva before the teammate scored from distance thanks to a botched cross. He's now up to five assists in the season. He has scored twice and added 11 shots (three on target) and six chances created in the last four matches. Salernitana will face Torino away next Sunday.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again Dia scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Dia scored a goal during Salernitana's previous game. He replicated the feat Saturday against Bologna. Heading into an international respite that will last until the end of March, Dia scored four goals across his last eight appearances. He will look to make it five across nine when the Salernitana team plays at Spezia on April 2.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Milan Dia scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against AC Milan.

Impact Dia squandered a clear-cut opportunity in the first half but redeemed himself with a clutch finish from the middle of the box to make it one-all in the second one. He drew his first start since a minor calf injury, and he's set to resume being a regular going forward. He has scored time and added one assist, seven shots (two on target), and six chances created in his last five appearances. Salernitana will host Bologna Saturday.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Milan also drops points in draw with Salernitana

AC Milan has failed to take advantage of its rivals’ slipups when it was held at home by relegation-threatened Salernitana to 1-1 in Serie A

MARCH 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unused versus Monza Dia (calf) didn't feature in Sunday's 3-0 win over Monza.

Impact Dia wasn't 100 percent due to a minor calf injury and was given another week to heal fully as the game quickly broke in his team's favor Sunday. He'll supplant either Krzysztof Piatek or Grigoris Kastanos once he is fully fit. He has notched eight goals, four assists, 27 shots (13 on target), and 23 chances created in 21 appearances.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Monza game Dia (calf) is available for Sunday's match versus Monza, coach Paulo Sousa informed.

Impact Dia has shaken off a calf bruise that cost him the last game and will supplant Federico Bonazzoli or Tonny Vilhena if he's fit enough to start. He has notched two goals, two assists, seven shots (two on target), and eight chances created in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Lazio game Dia hasn't been called up for Saturday's match versus Lazio due to a hematoma in his calf, Salernitana announced.

Impact Dia isn't dealing with a big problem, but it'll cost him at least one game. Federico Bonazzoli and Krzysztof Piatek might team up in the frontline, and Erik Botheim and Diego Valencia will have better chances of seeing some playing time.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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