FRANCESCO CAPUTO NEWS

Absent for Roma game Caputo won't be called up for Sunday's match versus Roma for transfer market-related reasons, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Caputo got five minutes in the opener, as Lorenzo Colombo has quickly become the top option, and starred 20 times (15 stats) in 2023/2024. He might come to terms on a mutual partying of the ways.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature versus Milan Caputo (ankle) was an unused foot and wasn't spotted warming up in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Milan.

Impact Caputo returned on the bench after a lenghty absence but might still need time to still substantial minutes despite his previous big role. M'Baye Niang, Alberto Cerri and Mattia Destro will keep alternating at the position a while longer.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Milan Caputo (ankle) "has worked with the rest of the group for the entire week," Davide Nicola informed.

Impact Caputo is poised to be back on the game-day squad list after missing two months due to an ankle sprain. He's likely set to see limited action at first, with Alberto Cerri, Mattia Destro, and M'Baye Niang seeing increased minutes a while longer. He has scored once and added three shots (two on target), five chances created and one tackle (zero won) in his last five showings.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Needs more time Caputo (ankle) has occasionally worked with the group in the last couple of weeks but has struggled to do it consistently and won't be rushed back, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Caputo is set to miss his seventh game in a row versus Sassuolo due to an ankle injury that turned out to be more severe than anticipated. Alberto Cerri and M'Baye Niang have handled his role while he's out.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No firm timetable yet Caputo (ankle) "has been out for 20 days, and we don't know whether he'll come back in a week or a month," Empoli president Fabrizio Corsi told La Nazione.

Impact Caputo will remain sidelined for Saturday's game versus Genoa and likely more fixtures due to a lingering ankle/foot injury. Alberto Cerri, Nicolo Cambiaghi, Matteo Cancellieri, and M'Baye Niang will shoulder the attack while he recovers.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Juventus match Caputo (ankle) hasn't been spotted in training this week, Il Tirreno reported.

Impact Caputo continues to be limited to some rehab work and will be absent for the third consecutive game. Newcomer Alberto Cerri fared well in his first start last week and could get another one. The other options, in case of a lighter attack, are Stiven Shpendi and Matteo Cancellieri.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing second straight Caputo (ankle) is not in the squad to face Monza on Sunday.

Impact Caputo misses out on Sunday's match as he continues to recover from an ankle injury. The forward is a locked in starter when fully fit.

JANUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Monza fixture Caputo (ankle) will remain sidelined for Sunday's match versus Monza, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Caputo hasn't been spotted in training after being scratched late for the previous game, the outlet informs. Stiven Shpendi or Alberto Cerri will lead the line on Sunday.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Verona game Caputo won't be an option for Saturday's match versus Verona due to an ankle injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Caputo got hurt late in the week and didn't make the final squad list. Mattia Destro is getting the start, while Stiven Shpend is available off the bench.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Cagliari Caputo (calf) created one scoring chance, drew one foul, and had one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Cagliari.

Impact Caputo got the nod and played 73 minutes in his return from a two-game absence but struggled to get anything going. He doesn't face much competition to be the leading man up front, and his potential replacements haven't seized their opportunities while he was out. On the other hand, he is generally held back by a lackadaisical offense. He has scored one and logged three shots (two on target), five chances created, and one tackle (zero won) in his last five appearances. Empoli will host Milan on Sunday.

JANUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Caputo (calf) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Caputo returns as expected to help lead the line for Empoli after missing their previous two matches. The forward is a locked in starter when fully fit as he'll look to add to his three league goals in 14 appearances.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back versus Cagliari Caputo (calf) will be available Saturday against Cagliari, coach Aurelio Andreazzoli announced.

Impact Caputo will return after missing two matches, but the gaffer didn't commit to starting him right away. He might go with a light attract again, with Tommaso Baldanzi or Daniel Maldini leading the line. He should get some minutes regardless. He has scored twice and added five shots (three on target), five chances created, and one tackle in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Caputo (calf) "won't be risked versus Lazio," gaffer Aurelio Andreazzoli announced.

Impact Caputo will miss his second match in a row due to a minor calf injury. Stiven Shpendi, Mattia Destro, or Emmanuel Gyasi will lead the line on Friday.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Torino Caputo (calf) "isn't fit; the situation seems mild, but he needs to undergo more tests," coach Aurelio Andreazzoli relayed.

Impact Caputo has escaped without long-term muscular injuries but will still miss some time due to a calf problem. Stiven Shpendi and Mattia Destro have generally replaced him while he was out, but the coach also mentioned Emmanuel Gyasi and Tommaso Baldanzi for the role, as they could go with a lighter attack.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids substantial issues Caputo is nursing muscle fatigue and escaped without a strain, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Caputo was held out of practice to open the week and is in doubt for the next game, but he shouldn't miss too much time, if any. Stiven Shpendi and Mattia Destro would take over if he skipped a match or two.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off against Lecce Caputo won one duel and had one clearance in 41 minutes in Monday's 1-1 draw with Lecce before leaving due to a calf/ankle injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Caputo had a quiet first half before being forced off following a rough tackle. The coach went with Stiven Shpendi over Mattia Destro to replace him off the bench.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Genoa Caputo had one clearance and two key passes and was dispossessed twice in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Caputo shook free just a couple of times and failed to take a shot for just the second time int the last eight matches. He has scored twice and added five shots (three on target), five chances created, and one tackle in the last four fixtures. Empoli will host Lecce next Monday.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK in Sassuolo match Caputo scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-4 loss versus Sassuolo.

Impact Caput wasn't super involved in the offense but found the target from the penalty spot early in the contest. He has scored all three of his seasonal goals in the last six rounds, adding seven shots (four on target) and five chances created. Empoli will visit Genoa on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finds the target in Frosinone game Caputo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 1-2 defeat against Frosinone.

Impact Caputo took full advantage of his limited touches and re-opened the game with a clever header in the final minutes, but it was too little too late for his side. He's finding some consistency after a horrible start, scoring twice in the past three games. He has tallied ten shots (four on target) and three key passes in the last five rounds.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Caputo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Monday's 2-0 victory versus Fiorentina.

Impact Caputo assisted on an early shot attempt before opening the scoring himself, with a shot from the center of the box in the 21st minute. He kept the pressure on by following up with a shot that was blocked and assisting on another shot on goal. He also almost tallied a second goal but had the play called back after VAR review, just before the halftime whistle. Caputo did not have a major impact in the second half and subbed out in the 67th minute.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paltry in Udinese contest Caputo drew three fouls, won seven duels, and had three shots (zero on goal) in Friday's 0-0 draw against Udinese.

Impact Caputo co-led his team in attempts but never hit the target, even though he had enough freedom to aim a couple of times. He was denied a goal due to a slight offside in the first half. He has yet to score this season. He has registered 13 shots (five on target) and one inaccurate cross in six matches. Empoli will visit Fiorentina on October 23.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Bologna Caputo (calf) had three shots (two on goal) and eight touches in Sunday's 0-3 defeat against Bologna.

Impact Caputo led his team in attempts despite the low number and had decent aim, but Lukas Skorupski answered the bell. He's now up to ten shots (five on target) and one chance in five appearances, with zero goal contributions. Empoli will host Udinese Friday.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Bologna Caputo (calf) is in the XI to face Bologna Sunday.

Impact Caputo is making his return from a two-game absence and will get the call over Stiven Shpendi right away. He's still searching for his first goal, and Empoli have scored just once in six games, but they looked better in the midweek round.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE