HAMED JUNIOR TRAORE NEWS

Creates one chance versus Atalanta Traore (foot) had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in 25 minutes in Saturday's 1-2 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Traore looked pretty good for somebody returning from a major injury and tried to will his team to a draw in the final minutes. He could quickly pick his way back into the starting XI given his mammoth role and production last season, especially with Armand Lauriente currently banged up. Sassuolo will host Verona next Monday.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Atalanta bout Traore (foot) will be an option for Saturday's game versus Atalanta, coach Alessio Dionisi informed.

Impact Traore was close to coming back last week and has indeed completed his rehab from a foot fracture with a few more days of practice. While he was superb last season, Sassuolo tweaked their system and signed Armand Lauriente after he got hurt, so he will have to work his way back into a major role.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Inter Traore is not in the match day squad to face Inter Milan on Saturday as he continues to recover from a foot injury.

Impact Traore remains out as he has yet to make his season debut after suffering a foot fracture in the Summer. There was some optimism about a potential return in some capacity for the Inter clash, so Traore could return as soon as next week against Atalanta.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Might return versus Inter Traore (foot) will be assessed in the final practice, but he has a shot to be available for Saturday's match with Inter, coach Alessio Dionisi informed.

Impact Traore has missed the early portion of the season due to a foot fracture he suffered in July. Even if indeed fit, he'll be eased into action at first, plus Sassuolo changed their scheme compared to last season. It might be a while before he's as big of a factor as in the past. He recorded seven goals, two assists, 51 shots (22 on target), and 36 chances in 31 games (21 starts) in 2021/2022.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still ways away Traore (foot) is not expected back before late October or early November, Il Resto del Carlino informs.

Impact Traore has yet to resume practicing following foot surgery and he'll need to work on his conditioning after he's cleared. He's facing a race against the clock to be ready before the World Cup. Georgios Kyriakopoulos has mostly been adapting as left winger with Traore out, while youngster Luca D'Andrea got the nod in the past game. Armand Lauriente will permanently move to such role once Domenico Berardi (thigh) is back, but it might not happen for the first match after the break.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not coming back soon Traore was given a three-month timetable after having surgery due to a foot fracture, Sassuolo coach Alessio Dionisi told Sky Sport.

Impact Traore went under the knife in early July and therefore he should return at some point in October. The coach stated that he will try to beat it, but he will also need a ramp-up in practice before being ready to play having missed the entire pre-season.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss start of the season Traore is dealing with a foot injury whose recovery "will take longer than expected," director Giovanni Carnevali told Sky Italy.

Impact Traore was diagnosed with a foot fracture right after returning from the break. While the club did not offer a timetable, he is slated to miss the first few matches. The executive hinted that they could add one further winger since they have just the unproven Emil Ceide in such role.

JULY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes foot surgery Traore will miss the first part of the pre-season preparation as he had surgery to reduce a fifth metatarsal fracture in the left foot, Sassuolo announced.

Impact Traore might be forced to miss time at the start of the season, although the club did not release a timetable for his return. He was a standout in 2021/2022, where he tallied seven goals and two assists in 31 appearances, gaining momentum in the second half of the campaign. Gregoire Defrel and Emil Ceide would be the frontrunners to replace him if he could not feature in the first few matches.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Milan Traore had two successful take-ons and one interception, won three duels and took two shots (one on target) in 32 minutes in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Traore came off the bench in the season finale and had just a low-end stat-line. He has tallied seven goals, two assists, 51 shots (22 on target) and 36 chances in 31 appearances (21 starts) thanks to an impressive run in 2022.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots against Bologna Traore had three shots in a 3-1 win against Bologna on Sunday.

Impact Traore had an average outing for the visitors. The 22-year-old had three shots but none were on target. Other than that, Traore also provided a couple of key passes.

MAY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injury return as substitute Traore was brought on as a substitute for the last eight minutes in Sassuolo's 1-1 draw against Udinese on Saturday. He replaced Davide Frattesi and had one shot on target.

Impact Traore's return from an undisclosed injury was for the closing stages of the game. His last appearance was on April 25 at Sassuolo's 2-1 loss to Juventus. The midfielder has scored seven goals from 20 starts and made two assists. Hopefully his injury is now behind him and he will be a starter for Sassuolo's next game against Bologna.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Udinese Traore (undisclosed) will be called up for Saturday's match against Udinese but he is not a lock to start since he did not train fully all season long, coach Alessio Dionisi inform...

Impact Traore is good to go after missing the previous match with a knock, but he has to compete with Filip Djuricic and Matheus Henrique for a spot in the XI, differently than usual. He has bagged three goals and added 16 shots (six on target), five chances and 15 crosses (two accurate) in the last five appearances.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Napoli clash Traore will be unavailable versus Napoli due to a minor injury, coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Traore picked up an undisclosed problem in the lead-up of the game and will be forced to sit it out. Gregoire Defrel has generally filled in whenever one of the four top Sassuolo attackers was missing. The coach could also opt for a more crowded midfield, starting Matheus Henrique, or to give more minutes to Filip Djuricic.

APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Decent against Juventus Traore took three shots (zero on target), sent in two crosses (zero accurate), created two scoring chances and had two interceptions in Monday's 1-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Traore was decently active and contributed across the board on offense, but he lacked touch, differently from previous outings. He has bagged three goals and added 16 shots (six on target), five chances and 16 crosses (two accurate) in the last five games. Sassuolo will face Napoli away Saturday.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots in Cagliari match Traore took two shots (one on target), sent in three crosses (one accurate), drew two fouls and had three successful take-ons in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Traore was the only Sassuolo attacker that put up okay stats in this one, although he was not as effective as in previous matches. He has scored four goals in the last five games, adding 17 shots, four chances and 17 crosses. Sassuolo will host Juventus next Monday.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Downs Atalanta Traore took five shots (four on target), sent in three inaccurate crosses, had three successful take-ons and scored twice in Sunday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Traore continued his torrid stretch with a brace on two good-looking efforts, as he smashed the ball home to cap off a counter and then waltzed between defenders before wrong-footing the goalie from outside the box to double the lead. He has scored five goals in the last six matches, adding 21 shots, seven chances and 20 crosses. Sassuolo will face Cagliari away next Saturday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in road loss Traore scored one goal from five shots, created one chance, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and made one tackle (zero won) in Saturday's 2-1 loss at Lazio.

Impact Traore really tried, leading his side with five shots, but scored only during stoppage time when it was already too late. The forward now has five goals in the season, four of them in his last seven starts. He will look to find the back of the net again when they host Atalanta on Sunday.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Runner up in crosses, chances Traore took one shot (off target), crossed five times inaccurately and created two chances during Friday's 4-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Traore was held off the scoresheet despite Sassuolo scoring four goals on Friday. The attacker took just one shot but finished with the second highest amount of crosses and chances created on the team in the win.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in road draw Traore scored one goal from four shots, created one chance, sent in three crosses (one accurate), made two tackles (zero won) and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw at Salerni...

Impact Traore had a pretty good outing, scoring in the 30th minute to give them the 2-1 lead and taking the second-most shots for his side during the road draw. The midfielder now has four goals in the season, to go with two assists. He will look to keep things rolling against Spezia on Friday.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires four shots versus Venezia Traore took four shots (three on target), sent in three inaccurate crosses, created two scoring chances and won two of four tackles in Sunday's 4-1 win over Venezia.

Impact Traore did not manage to break through in this one despite multiple attempts on goal, but he still produced a respectable output by contributing across the board. He has logged two goals, one assist, 12 shots and seven chances in the last four matches. Sassuolo will face Salernitana away Saturday.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in win Traore scored a goal on two shots (one on target) against Fiorentina on Saturday.

Impact Traore has been red hot since returning from AFCON with two goals on 11 shots (four on target), one assist, nine crosses (two accurate) and nine corners in his last four appearances. The attacking midfielder should continue to offer top-end fantasy value heading into Sunday's matchup with Venezia.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammmate in Inter clash Traore took two shots (zero on target), sent in two crosses (zero accurate), created three scoring chances and picked up an assist in Sunday's 2-0 win over Inter.

Impact Traore was not very accurate when crossing and shooting, but he found Gianluca Scamacca with a little ball over the top ahead of the second goal of the game. He has thrived after returning from AFCON, tallying one goal, one assist, nine shots and six chances in the past six matches. Sassuolo will host Fiorentina Saturday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw against Roma Traore scored a goal off four shots (two on target) and created one chance during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Roma.

Impact Traore had a great performance here, being involved on the play that led to his side's first goal and scoring the second himself in the 73rd minute to give this side a 2-1 lead. This was just the second goal of the season for the winger and he'll try to build on this effort during next Sunday's visit to Inter Milan.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leão's early strike moves AC Milan top of Serie A

AC Milan has surged to the top of Serie A with a 1-0 victory over Sampdoria

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Returns to Italy Traore is back to being an option as Ivory Coast was eliminated early.

Impact Traore has been a regular starter before departing for the international competition, but Abdou Harroui has filled in well and Filip Djuricic (thigh) could be back soon, so he will face more competition for minutes. He has notched one goal, one assist, ten shots and 19 chances in 17 appearances (nine starts).

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE