GIOVANNI DI LORENZO NEWS

Provides winning assist Di Lorenzo assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Roma.

Impact Di Lorenzo put in a superb performance for Napoli in their 1-0 victory over Roma. Not only did he put in a great defensive shift, winning four of his six duels and winning his only tackle, but he also provided the assist for Romeu Lukaku's winning goal. Additionally, he created three chances in total and completed all six of his long balls. Di Lorenzo will hope to have another all-around performance when Napoli clashes with Torino this Sunday.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Poor in Atalanta game Di Lorenzo had one cross (zero accurate), two interceptions one tackle (one won) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 loss versus Atalanta.

Impact Di Lorenzo salvaged his day a little with his offensive contribution but had major issues keeping Ademola Lookman in check on the flank. He has scored once and totaled five key passes, eight crosses (zero accurate), 11 tackles (nine won) and 15 clearances in the last five games, with three clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Does his part versus Milan Di Lorenzo recorded four crosses (zero accurate), three tackles (all won), six clearances and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-0 win against AC Milan.

Impact Di Lorenzo wasn't involved in the two goals and didn't attack as frequently as usual but filled it up defensively, and his side didn't concede. He has scored once and added four shots (two on target), 10 crosses (zero accurate), 11 tackles (nine won) and 16 clearances in his last five showings.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Decides Lecce contest Di Lorenzo scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and four clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Di Lorenzo was at the right place at the right time to tap it home following a double save by Wladimiro Falcone on a corner kick, hitting the net for the third time in the season. He has recorded five shots (two on target), six key passes, seven crosses (one accurate) and 11 tackles (eight won) in the last five rounds.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles against Empoli Di Lorenzo had four clearances, two interceptions and three tackles (all won) and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Di Lorenzo was more needed in the back than offensively in this one and turned in a solid shift. He has scored once and added four shots (one on target), five key passes, 14 tackles (seven won) and 15 clearances in the last five rounds, contributing to four clean sheets.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in Cagliari fixture Di Lorenzo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), five tackles (two won) and seven clearances in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Di Lorenzo was busy in the back and also broke the deadlock with a robust shot and the help of a deflection in the first half. He's already up to two goals, while he's added eight key passes, five crosses (two accurate) and 12 tackles.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Scores openign goal in home win Di Lorenzo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 win against Bologna.

Impact Di Lorenzo picked up his first goal involvement of the season as he continued his run forward and buried home the ball from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Last season, the defender had an incredible attacking record that he will want to continue with, as he scored 11 goals and produced six assists. His three shots were matched or bettered on 24 occasions last season.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Dreadful against Spain Di Lorenzo generated seven tackles (four won), one block, two clearances and two interceptions in Thursday's 1-0 loss to Spain.

Impact Di Lorenzo had a strong performance from the statistical standpoint, but, in reality, he had major issues guarding Nico Williams and the other Spain forwards who gravitated in his area and never pushed forward. He has posted nine tackles, five interceptions and four clerances in two bouts.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three interceptions in Albania game Di Lorenzo recorded one shot (zero on goal), two tackles, three interceptions and two clearances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Albania.

Impact Di Lorenzo was fine in the back but didn't motor down the wing as frequently as he does with Napoli since Italy play with a different scheme. That could continue to be the case in the coming matches.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances versus Lecce Di Lorenzo (illness) won three of four tackles and generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Di Lorenzo was a full go after an illness and was a big part of his team's offense in this one, returning to form after some underwhelming performances. He wasn't always on point defensively but was productive on the other end. He logged two goals, seven assists, 57 chances created and 68 tackles in 44 appearances. Recent reports suggest he asked out after multiple years at the club.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Starting season finale Di Lorenzo (illness) is starting for Napoli during Sunday's season finale against Lecce.

Impact Di Lorenzo has recovered from an illness which kept him out of last week's match against Fiorentina. The right back has started 35 of Napoli's 37 Serie A matches this season.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Lecce game Di Lorenzo (illness) reprised working with the rest of the group early in the week, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Di Lorenzo couldn't play last week due to gastroenteritis, but the issue didn't linger. He'll likely replace Pasquale Mazzocchi in the XI in the season finale. He has assisted once and added eight key passes, 18 crosses (one accurate) and eight tackles (three won) in his last five showings.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Fiorentina game Di Lorenzo will miss Friday's match versus Fiorentina due to a stomach bug, Gianluca Di Marzio informed.

Impact Di Lorenzo made the trip but came down with an illness and won't be involved. Pasquale Mazzocchi will start at right-back.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Underwhelming against Bologna Di Lorenzo generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), two tackles (one won) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Bologna.

Impact Di Lorenzo was okay while pushing forward but didn't defend well on the two Bologna goals, especially in the first one, where Dan Ndoye bested him to tuck it home. He has assisted once and posted 18 crosses (one accurate), eight tackels (three woN9 and eight chances created in the last five matches.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Attacks a lot in Empoli game Di Lorenzo had one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (zero accurate), one tackle (zero won) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Empoli.

Impact Di Lorenzo was better in the final third than in the attack, as he was caught ball-watching on the Alberto Cerri goal, pacing his team in deliveries, but with little touch, and in key passes. However, his side never found the equalizer. He has assisted once and logged seven shots (one on target), six chances created and 18 crosses (two accurate) in the last five fixtures.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist in Frosinone match Di Lorenzo assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate), three chances created and two tackles (zero won) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Di Lorenzo was more convincing offensively than in the back and slipped the ball to Matteo Politano before a great effort from outside the box. It's his seventh seasonal assist, but he hadn't had one since mid-February. He has logged nine shots (three on target), 10 crosses (two accurate) and nine tackles (six won) in the last five matches.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable against Atalanta Di Lorenzo generated two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate), four tackles (three won) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus Atalanta.

Impact Di Lorenzo had an okay display and salvaged a well-rounded line despite the large loss for his side. He has totaled 10 shots (two on target), eight crosses (three accurate) and eight tackles (six won) in the last four matches, with no goal contributions and no clean sheets.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Barcelona Di Lorenzo generated three shots (two on goal), one block, one interception and two tackles (two won) in Tuesday's 3-1 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Di Lorenzo was sound on both ends as usual and had one of the cleanest chances to equalize for his side, but he couldn't put it past Marc-Andre ter Stegen. He has logged 11 crosses (two accurate), four tackles (three won) and four interceptions in the last four games, with no clean sheets and two secondary assists.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in four crosses Di Lorenzo had two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Juventus.

Impact Di Lorenzo was solid on both sides of the ball Sunday, notching two shots, two chances created and four crosses in the attack to go along with two tackles and two interceptions in the defense. The defender has still only missed one start in the league all the season, that is due to a suspension, recording 17 interceptions, 28 clearances, 38 chances created, 41 tackles and 96 crosses, along with his six-goal contributions in 26 appearances.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Di Lorenzo served a one-game ban in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Cagliari.

Impact Di Lorenzo will reclaim his starting job at right-back over Pasquale Mazzocchi in Wednesday's away game versus Sassuolo. He has posted 14 crosses (two accurate), six tackles (four won) and three chances created in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Genoa fixture Di Lorenzo sent in four crosses (one accurate), won one tackle, picked up an assist and was booked for the fifth time in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Genoa.

Impact Di Lorenzo had a sound performance and set up Cyril Ngonge with a flick-on in the box. However, he'll miss the next Serie A game against Cagliari due to yellow-card accumulation. Pasquale Mazzocchi will move to the right wing, with either Mario Rui or Mathias Olivera on the left.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers three crosses against Milan Di Lorenzo had one shot (one on goal), one interception and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Di Lorenzo played as a wingback but didn't exploit the more offensive role and was rather paltry like most of his teammates in this one. He has tallied 12 crosses (one accurate), six tackles (three won) and five clearances in the last five rounds, with one clean sheet. Napoli will face Genoa at home Sunday.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Salernitana match Di Lorenzo generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), one interception, and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Salernitana.

Impact Di Lorenzo returned to form after a pair of subpar displays and was a factor offensively, co-leading his team in key passes. He has logged seven chances created, 16 crosses (two accurate), and six shots (one on target) in the last five rounds. Napoli will face Lazio away on January 28.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Napoli to clean sheet Di Lorenzo took three shots (one on goal) and crossed twice inaccurately during Friday's 0-0 draw with Monza.

Impact Di Lorenzo was a part of the Napoli back four that kept a clean sheet on Friday. The right back has crossed 11 times and created two chances across his last three Serie A matches as a locked in starter for Napoli.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts six crosses Di Lorenzo registered one shot (zero on goal) and six crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Roma.

Impact Di Lorenzo logged more than five crosses during two of his last three appearances. But while the quantity and consistency have been present, results have not, with him logging only one accurate cross in each of his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE