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Loaned to Elche Buonanotte has joined Elche on a season-long loan from Brighton until the end of the 2026/27 campaign Friday.

Impact Buonanotte wasn't expected to have a big role at Brighton this season, but he should be a regular presence in midfield for an Elche side that's not expected to have a lot of creativity in midfield. The loan is for the entire season, but Buonanotte will have to return to Brighton for pre-season work in the summer of 2027.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Brighton Buonanotte will return to parent club Brighton following the conclusion of his loan spell at Leeds United, the club announced.

Impact Buonanotte made just three appearances during his time at Leeds, contributing two shots and one chance created in what proved to be a limited stint at the club. Leeds United thanked him for his effort and professionalism during his time in West Yorkshire and wished him well for the future as he heads back to Brighton ahead of the 2026/27 season.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Sunday Buonanotte (hamstring) is on the bench for Sunday's season finale against West Ham United.

Impact Buonanotte has been included in the squad after the club's assessment of his fitness over the coming days returned a sufficiently positive outcome, earning him a place among the substitutes for the final fixture of the season following his ineligibility for the Brighton clash due to the loan clause. The Argentine attacker has managed just two appearances since joining on loan from Brighton in the winter window, contributing nothing in terms of goals or assists across those outings, and a bench role fits naturally within the limited involvement he has accumulated during his spell at the club. With his loan set to expire in June, Sunday's fixture represents a final opportunity to make an impression before returning to his parent club.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Loan lock lifted, remains doubtful Buonanotte (hamstring) is no longer loan-locked after the restriction preventing him from playing against his parent club Brighton has expired, but remains a doubt heading into the...

Impact Buonanotte had been ineligible for Sunday's clash against Brighton due to the loan clause, but his hamstring issue adds another layer of uncertainty over his involvement in Leeds' remaining fixture. The Argentine attacker has managed just two substitute appearances since joining on loan, and the club will assess his fitness over the coming days before making any decisions on his potential involvement before the season concludes.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Missing with hamstring injury Bounanotte is out for Monday's match against Tottenham due to a hamstring injury, according to Stuart Rayner of the Yorkshire Post.

Impact Bounanotte is missing Monday after he suffered an injury over the weekend, with the attacker picking up a hamstring injury. Luckily for the club, this is a minor loss in the grand scheme, only appearing twice off the bench all season for the club since joining. However, it will leave him with only one match left to play this season, as he will be ineligible next contest when facing his parent club, Brighton.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Leeds United Buonanotte has joined Leeds United on loan from Brighton for the remainder of the season, according to his new club.

Impact Buonanotte is going to remain in the Premier League but is away from Brighton for the rest of the season, joining Leeds. This comes after he ended his loan with Chelsea for the first half of the season, appearing eight times for the club but mainly in cup play, with only one league appearance all season. He does show decent promise after seven goal contributions in 31 appearances (14 starts) in the 2024/25 season with Leicester City, potentially a solid addition on the flanks for Leeds.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Carabao Cup Buonanotte provided one assist and played 65 minutes during Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Cardiff City.

Impact Buonanotte got a rare start as he's largely been out of favor, and provided an assist. The attacking midfielder looked threatening throughout the match and set up Alejandro Garnacho for the opening goal. Buonanotte still seems unlikely to play any sort of significant role in the Premier League, with most of his time coming in cup competitions.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option again Buonanotte is an option again after being loan locked for Saturday's 3-1 loss to Brighton, according to manager Enzo Maresca.

Impact Buonanotte was out last match due to his loan situation from Brighton, but is back in the fold now. The attacker has only appeared once all season, starting for 45 minutes of play, and will likely continue in a rotational role. That said, he will likely earn a bench role moving forward, although he has only been on the team sheet twice all season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Loan locked against Brighton Buonanotte will not be available for Saturday's clash against Brighton since he is loan locked for that game.

Impact Buonanotte has been loaned to Chelsea by Brighton and both teams are facing each other on Saturday. The attacking midfielder won't be an option for the Blues since he is loan-locked by his parent club for that game. That said, Buonanotte appears to be only a bench option for Chelsea, so his absence won't impact the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Added to UCL squad Buonanotte was added to the Chelsea Champions League squad, according to the club.

Impact Buonanotte has been added to the Chelsea Champions League squad in place of Dario Essugo who misses out due to a thigh injury. The attacking midfielder will therefore have the chance to play in the Champions League after getting his first start with the Blues on Saturday against Brentford, contributing to two chances created and one tackle before being subbed off at halftime.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Chelsea on loan Buonanotte has been loaned to Chelsea from Brighton, according to his parent club.

Impact Buonanotte is heading out on loan this season after a week-long talk about his future with the club, as Chelsea completes a loan move after inquiring about the player. The attacker, who started in 14 of his 31 appearances while with Leicester on loan last season, will now have the opportunity to play in the UCL, although he will have to work up the roster. That said, the club has tons of talent in the attack, especially after the signing of Alejandro Garnacho, with Buonanotte likely set for more of a rotational role.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Features in friendly Buonanotte (ankle) played 60 minutes in a friendly against Southampton on Saturday.

Impact Buonanotte was back on the field Saturday after suffering an ankle injury around a week ago, playing a full hour-long friendly. He will now be considered fit to enter the season, hopeful to work into the team more as he is currently slated to serve in a rotational role.

AUGUST 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not major Buonanotte rolled his ankle in the pre-season friendly against Las Palmas but the injury doesn't seem to be that bad, coach Fabian Hurzeler told the media, according to The Athleti...

Impact Buonanotte was forced off limping in the 10th minute of a friendly against Spanish side Las Palmas after rolling his ankle. That said, the injury doesn't seem to be a big one, and the attacking midfielder shouldn't remain sidelined for long. Buonanotte hopes to play a role with the Seagulls this season after spending some time on loan with Leicester City last season.

JULY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in pre-season Buonanotte was brought off injured during a pre-season friendly with Las Palmas.

Impact Buonanotte limped off 10 minutes in the second half of a friendly with Las Palmas. The attacking midfielder spent last season on loan with Leicester City, but is now hoping to earn a spot in the Brighton first team. There's no update on the severity of the injury.

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Decent spell with Foxes Buonanotte has returned to Brighton after starting in 15 of his 33 appearances while on loan with Leicester City.

Impact Buonanotte saw a decent spell while on loan over this past season, appearing in all but seven league matches while holding a starting role through the start of the campaign. He would register six goals and three assists in his time on the field, four more goal contributions than in the 2023/24 campaign with Brighton. He will now return to his parent club hoping to find some time, although he could experience a change of scenery again.

JUNE 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal off bench Buonanotte scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a...

Impact In terms of goal-scoring production, Buonanotte is one of the few Leicester players who have seen an increase. He transferred from Brighton & Hove Albion having logged three goals in 27 starts (17 starts). Despite fewer starts this season, which still has multiple games remaining for Leicester, Buonanotte logged more appearances and will end it with five goals instead of three.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back available against Forest Buonanotte (concussion) is back available for Sunday's clash against Nottingham Forest, coach Ruud Van Nistelrooy said in the press conference. "There's one update on Facundo, who...

Impact Buonanotte has cleared concussion protocols and is back available for Sunday's game. That said, even though he started in his last appearances, he should only return to a bench role against Forest.

MAY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to come back Buonanotte (concussion) is not ready to come back against Southampton on Saturday, coach Ruud van Nistelrooy said in a press conference, according to BBC Sport Leicester.

Impact Buonanotte suffered a concussion following a head collision on Saturday and has not yet recovered from it. He will miss Saturday's clash against the Saints. That said, he has mainly been a bench option this season, so his absence will not force a change in the starting XI.

MAY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off due to concussion Buonanotte was forced off at halftime in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Wolves due to a concussion, coach Ruud van Nistelrooy said in a press conference, according to Leicestershire...

Impact Buonanotte was forced off at halftime of Saturday's game after suffering a concussion following a head collision in the first half. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and if he has to miss time. That said, he has mainly been a bench option this season, so his potential absence will not force a change in the starting XI.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full 90 Buonanotte registered two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 2-0 loss versus West Ham United.

Impact Buonanotte played the full 90 during Thursday's loss, another quiet and disappointing showing for the winger, and Leicester. The team has been simply dreadful and have been hurtling towards a seemingly inevitable drop. The one bright spot for Buonanotte is he will remain in the Premier League with his parent club, Brighton.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for play Buonanotte is eligible to play again after sitting out against his parent club.

Impact Buonanotte is back in the fold for his club after missing out on Sunday's draw due to playing his parent club. He should be expected to return to the starting XI immediately, only missing the start when available on three occasions this season. He has registered four goals on 22 shots and two assists on 19 chances created in 12 appearances (10 starts) this campaign.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against parent club Buonanotte is out against his parent club for Sunday's clash with Brighton.

Impact Buonanotte is loan-locked against his parent club and won't be an option against Brighton. The midfielder has been a consistent starter since joining Leicester, contributing well in the attack. He now will be sidelined Sunday, with Bilal El Khannouss and Kasey McAteer likely to start in attacking midfield.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Saturday Buonanotte scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-1 defeat against Brentford.

Impact Buonanotte tapped in the opener in the 21st minute assisted by Jamie Vardy. Buonanotte created a chance and also made two interceptions and a tackle. He has accumulated four goal involvements in the last seven appearances.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Buonanotte has cleared his suspension and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Buonanotte will be eligible for the club's next match, having cleared his ban due to yellow card accumulation. The attacker will likely see a return to the starting XI immediately now that he can play, only missing three starts all season when an option.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended to face Chelsea Buonanotte will be suspended for the Nov. 23 match against Chelsea due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact The midfielder has been one of Leicester City's top performers this season, racking up three goals and two assists in 10 starts (eight appearances), so his absence will be greatly felt. He should return to the lineup for the clash at Brentford on Nov, 30, and Boubakary Soumare could be an option to take his place in midfield during his one-game absence.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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