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Completes Atalanta move Atalanta completed the signing of Gaetano on Thursday.

Impact Gaetano joins the Nerazzurri with 93 Serie A games to his name, having scored 10 goals and provided 11 assists. The 26-year-old midfielder is coming off the best season of his career in 2025/26, racking up 21 starts, 33 appearances, two goals, four assists, 34 shots and 27 chances created with Cagliari. He should compete for regular minutes in Atalanta's midfield, particularly if Ederson departs the side.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home win Gaetano assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Torino.

Impact Gaetado created Sebastiano Esposito's equalizer in the 39th minute with his fourth assist in the campaign. The midfielder co-led his side in chances created during the match. He also made a season-high three interceptions on defense.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Lively offensively against Udinese Gaetano had three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created and won one of two tackles in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Udinese.

Impact Getano pushed forward more than usual and recorded a new season high in shots. He has tallied at least one interception in the last seven contests, racking up 10 and adding seven attempts (one on target), four key passes and six crosses (one accurate) over that span. Additionally, this marked his 12th display in a row with one or more tackles, for a total of 20 (13 won). Instead, he ended a three-game streak with multiple clearances.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard in Atalanta bout Gaetano had one cross (zero accurate), two interceptions and three clearances and won two of four tackles in Monday's 3-2 victory versus Atalanta.

Impact Gaetano put up stats while trying to help the defense, but Atalanta scored twice anyway. He recorded a new season high in tackles. He has logged at least one in 10 consecutive displays, piling up 17 (12 won), and adding seven key passes, 10 crosses (four accurate) and six shots over that span. Moreover, this marked his fifth straight match with one or more interceptions (seven total).

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Sassuolo Gaetano generated one cross (zero accurate), two takcles (two won) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Sassuolo.

Impact Gaetano got his third start in a row after recovering from an injury and paced his team in key passes despite the limited output. He'll be a fixture if he stays healthy and has sent in at least one cross in four showings on the trot, accumulating nine deliveries (four accurate) and posting two off-target shots, four chances created and five corners over that span.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Passable display versus Napoli Gaetano took one shot (zero on target) and had one interception, two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Gaetano was able to log full minutes in his second game back from a thigh injury and, while he didn't rack up stats, he did a little bit of everything on both ends. He'll be the anchor of the midfield as long as he stays healthy, even though the returns of Alessandro Deiola and Luca Mazzitelli could impact his minutes a little. He has notched at least one cross in his last three appearances, totaling eight (four accurate) and adding two chances created, two off-target shots and five corners during that stretch. Additionally, he has posted one or more tackles in six performances in a row, piling up eight (seven won).

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in away loss Gaetano recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Pisa.

Impact Gaetano took five crosses, four of which came from corners. He returned from a thigh injury to come back into the starting lineup. So far this season, he has scored two goals and provided three assists, but hasn't had a goal involvement in his last four games.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Sunday Gaetano (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Pisa.

Impact Gaetano was likely to be an option Sunday and has made the starting XI immediately, finding a spot in the midfield. With 12 starts in 24 appearances this season to go along with two goals and three assists, he will likely continue in more of a rotational role, although he has earned more starts recently than at the start of the campaign.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Returning against Pisa Gaetano (thigh) "has recuperated and will be in contention to start Sunday," coach Fabio Pisacane stated.

Impact Gaetano has overcome a thigh strain that cost him four matches and will be in the mix with Luca Mazzitelli (calf), Ibrahim Sulemana and Joseph Liteta. He was a fixture before the injury. He has notched at least one tackle in his last five appearances, amassing six (all won) and adding nine clearances, four chances, and three crosses (one accurate) and assisting once over that span.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more time Gaetano (undisclosed) "will likely be sidelined for two or three more weeks," coach Fabio Pisacane announced.

Impact Gaetano is nursing an unspecified muscular problem that will force him to skip at least a couple more fixtures. Ibrahim Sulemana and Riyad Idrissi will fill in for him in the meantime, but Michael Folorunsho (knee) is expected back soon.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Lecce Gaetano "won't be an option for Monday's fixture versus Lecce," coach Fabio Pisacane announced.

Impact Gaetano suffered an unspecified injury in training and will skip at least one game because of it. Ibrahima Sulemana is the next man up in the midfield since Alessandro Deiola (thigh) is still on the mend. However, the manager could also decide to tweak the scheme and field an extra attacker.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate versus Juventus Gaetano assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate), two tackles (two won) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Gaetano played in a more defensive position than usual, replacing Matteo Prati, leading to a bigger output in the passive phase, and contributed to the game-winning goal with a precise free kick from the middle of the pitch that found Luca Mazzitelli. He's up to three helpers in the season. He has launched at least one cross in 10 consecutive matches, piling up 10 (four accurate) and posting 11 key passes, six corners and three tackles (two won) over that span.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Inter wins at Udinese to fortify Serie A lead before facing Arsenal in Champions League

Inter Milan has consolidated its Serie A lead with a 1-0 win at Udinese

JANUARY 17 • Associated Press

Provides assist in draw Gaetano assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Pisa.

Impact Gaetano made an appearance in the starting lineup, after back-to-back scoring appearances off the bench. He kept up his strong play lately as he registered an assist in the 71st minute of the match.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes again versus Atalanta Gaetano scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Atalanta.

Impact Gaetano bagged his second consecutive goal thanks to a pretty combination with Sebastiano Esposito and a clutch finish in front of the goalie. He has come off the bench in the past four matches, also due to small injuries and lack of conditioning, but the recent good showings could help him find room in the XI. He has recorded four shots (all on target), three chances created, three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in the last six matches (two starts).

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scamacca scores twice for Atalanta to claim just its fourth Serie A win of the season

Gianluca Scamacca has scored twice for Atalanta to cap a memorable week with a 2-1 win over Cagliari in Serie A

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores winner off bench Gaetano scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Roma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 83rd minute.

Impact Gaetano delivered a signature moment for Cagliari off the bench and has a chance to keep making an impact in any capacity against Atalanta on Saturday. The side has allowed 17 goals through 14 domestic matches.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Højlund's double sees Napoli beat Juventus and spoil Spalletti's return

Rasmus Højlund scores twice to help Napoli beat Juventus 2-1 and spoil Luciano Spalletti’s return to his former team

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Takes two shots in Bologna tilt Gaetano (thigh) had two shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and seven touches and drew one foul in 22 minutes in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Bologna.

Impact Gaetano came off the bench to boost the offense late as he has often done this season, matching his season high in shots, but to no avail. He has fired two in four of his six showings (one start), accumulating nine (two on target) and recording one assist, three key passe sand seven crosses (one accurate).

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Bologna Gaetano (thigh) trained with the rest of his teammates Tuesday, L'Unione Sarda reported.

Impact Gaetano sat out the previous fixture due to a muscular ailment, but the break allowed him to recover without missing further games. He has started once and played about half an hour off the bench in four matches, splitting duties with Michel Adopo and Matteo Prati in the midfield. He has provided an assist and logged seven shots (one on target), three key passes and five crosses (one accurate).

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh problem Gaetano won't be available versus Udinese due to a thigh issue, coach Fabio Pisacane announced.

Impact Gaetano has been unable to train fully during the week due to a mild issue and will try to recuperate during the break. He's been a rotational piece in the midfield so far, starting once in five appearances. Cagliari will have little depth behind their top four options since Marko Rog (thigh) is also absent.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Parma fixture Gaetano created one scoring chance and had two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Parma.

Impact Gaetano drew his first start of the season but was replaced rather early in the first half, as he's still working his way back from offseason surgery. He was one of the main catalysts of the offense and led his team in deliveries. He'll likely mostly split minutes with Alessandro Deiola, depending on the match-up. He has recorded one assist, six shots (one on target), three key passes and five crosses (one accurate) in three showings.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw vs. Fiorentina Gaetano assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Gaetano delivered a perfect cross that was nodded home by Sebastiano Luperto, and that allowed Cagliari to snatch a point in the final seconds of the match. Gaetano won't have a lot of value unless he finds a way to start regularly, though.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available for cup fixture Gaetano (knee) was an unused sub in Saturday's Coppa Italia match against Virtus Entella.

Impact Gaetano didn't feature but was an option after not being called up for any friendly, as he was completing his rehab from knee surgery. He'll likely be handled carefully in the first few matches while he works on his conditioning. He'll mostly serve as Michael Folorunsho's deputy in the early going.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes knee surgery Gaetano went under the knife to address a meniscus tear in his left knee, Cagliari announced.

Impact Gaetano is expected to make a full recovery during the summer. He struggled to capture a regular role this campaign after making a big impact from January on last year, appearing in 28 matches (eight starts) and tallying two goals, four assists, 30 shots (six on target) and 22 key passes. It remains to be seen whether he'll stay put or leave to seek more regular minutes.

MAY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Inter wins at Udinese to fortify Serie A lead before facing Arsenal in Champions League

Scamacca scores twice for Atalanta to claim just its fourth Serie A win of the season

Højlund's double sees Napoli beat Juventus and spoil Spalletti's return