Gianluca Gaetano - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

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

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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

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