GIANLUCA GAETANO NEWS

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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Verona game Gaetano drew one foul and assisted once to go with one clearance and one chance created in seven minutes in Monday's 2-0 win over Verona.

Impact Gaetano subbed in late but was involved in the final goal, hitting Alessandro Deiola in stride at the end of a three-man fast break. It's his fourth helper in the season. His last start dates back to late January, but he usually sees consistent minutes off the bench. He has scored once, assisted twice and logged four shots (two on target) and four chances created in the last five fixtures.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist as a sub Gaetano scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Monza.

Impact Gaetano scored and assisted as he came on as a sub for the final 30 minutes of the match. This was his second goal of the season and third assist of the year. This was his second game of the season, where he has had two shots on target, and in both of these games he has created two chances.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Juventus Gaetano (knee) didn't play in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Juventus.

Impact Gaetano shook off a minor knee injury but didn't get minutes right away. He'll attempt to unseat Alessandro Deiola and Nicolas Viola in the next few fixtures.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Juventus match Gaetano (knee) "trained with the team for a few days, including Saturday, and looked fine, but we don't want his problem to return, so we'll evaluate how to use him," coach Davide...

Impact Gaetano shook off a knee contusion but is more likely to begin on the bench than to start. Nicolas Viola and Alessandro Deiola are the other options in his role. He has scored and assisted once in his last four appearances (one start), adding three shots (one on target), four chances created and four crosses (zero accurate).

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Atalanta clash Gaetano will be absent Saturday due to a bruised knee, coach Davide Nicola stated.

Impact Gaetano picked up a knock and will be re-evaluated next week, but the issue isn't believed to be substantial. He has alternated with Nicolas Viola at no.10 so far. Florinel Coman, Leonardo Pavoletti and Alessandro Deiola could also enjoy an uptick in minutes with some tactical adjustments.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in victory Gaetano assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Parma.

Impact Gaetano fed the ball to Fiorinel Corman, who buried a shot from outside the box to take a 2-0 lead in the 70th minute of play. The assist marked the second goal contribution in four games for Gaetano, who also pushed himself to a total of four chances created over that span.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Produces off bench Gaetano scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-1 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Gaetano replaced Nicolas Viola in the 54th minute and orchestrated the comeback by netting at the hour's mark assisted by Alessandro Deiola. Gaetano completed four dribbles and also made an interception. He has featured in 15 games, appearing off the bench for more than half of those.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Decent day attacking Gaetano recorded three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Venezia.

Impact Gaetano saw his first start in two appearances Sunday, receiving 65 minutes of play off the bench. In that time, he would notch three shots and four chances created. He continues to see more of a rotational role, recording one goal contribution in 13 appearances (six starts).

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in defeat Gaetano had four shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 2-0 loss versus Bologna.

Impact Gaetano saw a second straight start Tuesday after a stretch of four straight games on the bench. He did much better in this start than his last, registering a team-leading four shots. However, he still could not find the back of the net, now his fourth straight appearance without a goal.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Parma Gaetano assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in 26 minutes in Monday's 3-2 victory versus Parma.

Impact Gaetano was brought off the pine for the second consecutive game while he's rounding into shape and fed Roberto Piccoli with a through ball to set up the game-winner. On the other hand, he could have sealed the deal earlier with a comfortable finish after escaping the offside trap, but he missed the mark. He'll substitute for Nicolas Viola once close to 100 percent. He has tallied eight shots (zero on target), three key passes and one inaccurate cross in three appearances.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Used as sub in Empoli match Gaetano drew one foul and generated four shots (zero on goal), one clearance and one interception in Friday's 2-0 defeat versus Empoli.

Impact Gaetano didn't get the start on a relatively short turnaround, as the boss opted for a sturdier lineup and fielded Antoine Makoumbou, but he got busy once he came in and came close to scoring a couple of times. Cagliari have struggled to produce offensively, so he's likely to be back in the XI soon enough. He has logged six off-target shots, one key pass and one inaccurate cross in two games.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subpar in meeting with former team Gaetano won one of two tackles and registered two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Gaetano uncorked a pair of decent efforts from distance and was a substantial part of the Cagliari offense but didn't produce as much as his teammates in this one and ran out of juice pretty early. He had an odd summer since he wasn't training fully with Napoli because of the impending transfer, so he has some catching up to do from the physical standpoint.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes back to Cagliari Gaetano has returned to Cagliari on loan with an obligation to buy, Napoli announced.

Impact Gaetano heads back to Sardinia with a more definitive formula after helping the team avoid relegation by scoring four times and providing one assist in 14 matches from January on. He added 14 shots (six on target), 16 key passes and 15 crosses (three accurate). It should be long before he recaptures a starring role.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in Sassuolo bout Gaetano had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), two key passes and one corner in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Sassuolo.

Impact Gaetano didn't have his most brilliant display but picked up a small amount of stats in multiple offensive categories and was one of the main catalysts for his side. He has scored and assisted once in his last four showings, adding four shots (one on target), seven key passes and six crosses (two accurate).

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Gaetano will be eligible to play Sunday versus Sassuolo following a one-game disqualification.

Impact Gaetano got the standard punishment for a reckless foul and will tussle with Matteo Prati and other midfielders to make the XI next Sunday. He has done whenever fully fit, tallying one goal, one assist, five shots (one on target) and seven chances created in his last four showings.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists and sees red versus Lecce Gaetano assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created before receiving a straight red card in Sunday's match against Lecce.

Impact Gaetano had an eventful first half as he was active on offense and set up Yerry Mina with what looked like a scuffed shot from outside the box. On the other hand, he was sent off due to an X-rated tackle following a VAR review. He's unlikely to get more than a one-game ban. Gaetano Pio Oristanio, Ibrahim Sulemana and Matteo Prati will be candidates to take his place against Milan on Saturday.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Juventus Gaetano scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one interception, and one chance created in Friday's 2-2 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Gaetano played in a very offensive role and, while he didn't fill it up, he buried the first PK awarded to Cagliari, while Yerry Mina took the second one. He has scored twice in his last five appearances, adding five shots (three on target), five key passes and two crosses (one accurate). He was banged up and ill in the two recent games where he was unused.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Verona Gaetano (thigh) didn't play in Monday's 1-1 draw with Verona.

Impact Gaetano was spotted warming up but wasn't inserted as he might not have been fully fit just yet. He'll look to get healthy ahead of Sunday's clash with Atalanta, where he'll push Eldor Shomurodov and Gabriele Zappa for the starting job. He had made the XI five in a row, providing great performances and scoring three times before an ailment.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE