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Makes first appearance Maldini recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 3-0 loss against Atalanta.

Impact Maldini earned his first minutes for Empoli in a 15-minute cameo as his side chased a result, allowing him to take to shots in a short span of time. He will look to make his mark again away to Frosinone on Monday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rides the pine versus Fiorentina Maldini (thigh) was available but didn't get on the pitch in Monday's 2-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Maldini was fit for the first time in the season but didn't come off the bench. He'll likely have to wait for his opportunity due to his lack of conditioning and because the other options in his roles, Tommaso Baldanzi, Matteo Cancellieri, and Nicolo Cambiaghi, are all healthy and in good form.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Fiorentina game Maldini (thigh) has trained fully during the break and is poised to be an option versus Fiorentina, Il Tirreno relayed.

Impact Maldini has missed every game so far due to a preseason thigh strain and poor conditioning afterward. He'll be eased into action and be in contention in multiple offensive roles. He scored twice in 18 appearances (four starts) with Spezia last season, adding 15 shots (six on target), four chances created, and 19 crosses (three accurate).

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent versus Inter Maldini (thigh) isn't on the bench for Sunday's game against Inter.

Impact Maldini will stay on the mend as expected, and the short turnarounds coming up will probably force him to sit out more fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Inter clash Maldini (thigh) has mostly trained on his own this week, La Nazione informs.

Impact Maldini appears to be going backward as he was reportedly close to coming back last weeks, but he will likely be given more time to work on his form after a preseason injury.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Roma game Maldini (thigh) remained unavailable for Sunday's 0-7 loss to Roma.

Impact Maldini is on his way back from an injury but wasn't quite ready to be an option for this one and will be re-assessed ahead of Sunday's home game against Inter.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back versus Roma Maldini (thigh) returned to full training during the break and has a solid chance to be called up for Sunday's Roma clash, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Maldini has recuperated from a previous injury and started working on his conditioning. If available, he'll begin to be eased into action, potentially impacting the taking some playing time away from Nicolo Cambiaghi, Tommaso Baldanzi, Emmanuel Gyasi, and Matteo Cancellieri since he can play in multiple roles.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss first few matches Maldini has dealt with a previous injury throughout the summer and will have to re-do the preparation once cleared, coach Paolo Zanetti announced.

Impact Maldini suffered a thigh problem late last season and didn't feature afterward even though he was technically available. He didn't play in the friendlies and won't be called up for the first Coppa Italia game. He's poised to miss at least a couple of games given the situation. Empoli also signed Emmanuel Gyasi at his position.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Empoli Maldini has joined Empoli on a season-long loan from Milan, the teams announced.

Impact Maldini showed some flashes at Spezia in the past season but wasn't a regular starter. He'll have a better chance of playing regularly at Empoli considering Nicolo Cambiaghi's departure, although he'll likely have to compete with some other newcomers. He scored twice in 18 appearances (four starts), also missing time with muscular injuries twice.

JULY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Roma match Maldini hasn't been called up for Sunday's game versus Roma, Spezia announced.

Impact Maldini sustained a new injury during the week and won't be involved in the season finale. He posted two goals, 15 shots (six on target), four chances created, and 19 crosses (three accurate) in 18 appearances (four starts) while on loan from Milan.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Torino game Maldini (thigh) didn't play in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Spezia.

Impact Maldini recovered after a major thigh problem, but he evidently isn't fit enough to contribute just yet. He has tallied six shots (one on target), two chances created, 12 crosses (zero accurate), and five tackles (two won) in his last five appearances.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return in Torino game Maldini (thigh) "has resumed working with the rest of the group this week and will be called up for Saturday's tilt against Torino," coach Leonardo Semplici informed.

Impact Maldini managed to recover from a thigh strain that sidelined him for the past five matches a week before the end of the campaign. He had picked up some steam before the injury but has mostly had a bench role throughout the season. His return could affect Eldor Shomurodov, Daniele Verde, and Kevin Agudelo's playing time. He has scored once ad added eight shots (two on target), two key passes, 12 crosses (zero accurate), and four corners in his last six appearances.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely done for the season Maldini has been diagnosed with a grade-two lesion of the biceps femoris muscle in his left thigh, Spezia announced.

Impact Maldini is expected to be out for four-to-six weeks, and therefore he might not be able to return this season. Daniele Verdi, Kevin Agudelo, and Eldor Shomurodov will absorb his playing time on the flanks.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt in Sampdoria game Maldini subbed out in the 30th minute of Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Sampdoria due to a thigh problem, Tuttomercatzoweb relays, after recording one shot (zero on goal), one cross...

Impact Maldini got off to a fast start, but he went down in a heap clutching the back of his thigh and was in tears while he was being carried off the pitch by the medical staff. He was substituted by Daniele Verde, with whom he routinely divvy up minutes.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark against Lazio Maldini had three crosses (zero accurate) and two successful take-ons, drew three fouls, and won six duels in 28 minutes in Friday's 0-3 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Maldini had a decent impact off the bench despite the result, but he mostly contributed on the fringes of the stat sheet. He's set to rotate with Daniele Verde and Emmanuel Gyasi the rest of the way. He has scored once and added seven shots (three on target), one key pass, and 11 crosses (four accurate) in the last five matches.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Sassuolo Maldini won ten duels, created two scoring chances, and had two shots (zero on goal), and two crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-0 defeat against Sassuolo.

Impact Maldini was given the opportunity to start after scoring off the bench in the past game, and he had an okay performance. He'll take minutes away from Eldor Shomurodov and Daniele Verde if he keeps faring well. He has posted four shots (one on target), one key pass, three crosses (one accurate), and two tackles (both won) in the last five appearances.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in Inter clash Maldini won three duels, had one successful take-on, and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Friday's 2-1 victory against Inter Milan.

Impact Maldini was the first attacker off the bench in this one and broke the deadlock with a great strike on a fast break. It's his second goal of the season, and the strong cameo could earn him more minutes under the new coach. He has logged nine shots (five on target), two chances created, seven crosses (three accurate), and eight tackles in 13 appearances (one start).

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan loses at Spezia 2-1 after late penalties

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MARCH 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Osimhen powers another Napoli win; Maldini scores vs. Milan

A hat trick last weekend

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Opens goal account in defeat Maldini scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Maldini was in the starting XI as fellow attacker Emmanuel Gyasi remains out with an injury. He found the back of the net shortly after half time to pull Spezia even in this contest, and the tally was assisted by Arkadiusz Reca. The goal is his first in four appearances (one start) this league season.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature versus Lazio Maldini (thigh) didn't play in Sunday's 0-4 loss to Lazio.

Impact Maldini worked his way back from a lingering injury, but he didn't see action in his first game back. He will have to compete for minutes with a few veterans unless the coach tweaks his scheme.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Lazio Maldini (thigh) is available for Sunday's game versus Lazio.

Impact Maldini solved during the break the tendionpathy that forced him to miss most of the early matches. He'll have to work his way into the rotation, but he can feature in multiple roles in their scheme, plus they might tweak it with both him and Daniele Verde now fit after extended absences.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes practicing fully Maldini (thigh) trained with no limitations Wednesday, Spezia announced.

Impact Maldini has been available just once so far this season due to a mysterious tendon issue in his thigh. He has recovered during the break and will likely begin to be eased into action in Sunday's match versus Lazio. He can feature in multiple roles, but it's unclear how he'll fit into their rotations. He notched one goal, three shots (one on target), and one chance created in eight appearances (two starts) with Milan last season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature versus Inter Maldini (thigh) was an unused sub in Saturday's 0-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Maldini was an option despite a minor injury, but the coach preferred other options in his role, even though they didn't have Daniele Verde in this one. He has to compete with at least two or three attackers to get playing time.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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