JEAN AKPA NEWS

Ruled out for Genoa tilt Akpa Akpro (ankle) was omitted from Verona's squad list to face Genoa on Saturday.

Impact Akpa Akpro has been diagnosed with an ankle contusion after leaving early last week, but needs more time to overcome it. With Suat Serdar (knee) and Grigoris Kastanos (lower leg) on the shelf as well, Al-Musrati, Cheick Niasse and Yellu Santiago will enjoy an uptick in minutes in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Parma Akpa Akpro subbed out in the 46th minute of Sunday' game versus Parma after registering one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created, Gianluca Di Marzi...

Impact Akpa Akpro was labouring following a tackle and gutted it out for a few minutes before leaving in the interval, although it wasn't clear where he was hurting. He's set for tests. Al-Musrati replaced him off the bench and could start against Genoa on Saturday if Akpa Akpro was unavailable.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard in Inter fixture Akpa Akpro (knee) recorded four tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Akpa Akpro rarely attacked but filled the stat sheet on the other end, putting up numbers in all the key defensive categories. Suat Serdar (knee) could be sidelined for a while longer, so he could get further chances from the start. He has notched three or more tackles in three straight displays, amassing 12 (seven won) and logging two key passes, four interceptions and five clearances over that stretch.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Sunday Akpa Akpro (knee) is in the XI to face Inter on Sunday.

Impact Akpo Akpro has recovered from a knee knock and is filling in for Suat Serdar in the midfield, as he has been picked over Cheikh Niasse and other potential options.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Inter meeting Akpa Akpro (knee) "will be available Sunday," coach Paolo Zanetti informed.

Impact Akpa Akpro was pulled for the starting lineup midweek because of a large wound on his patella, but he has avoided ulterior consequences and has good chances of starting since Suat Serdar (knee) is unavailable. He has posted three shots (one on target), 10 tackles, six interceptions and seven clearances in his seasonal appearances.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Como game Akpa Akpro was removed from the XI due to a knee injury while warming up, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Akpa Akpro was slated to relieve Suat Serdar, but he got hurt right before the start of the game and won't be available. He'll be examined ahead of Sunday's home game versus Milan. Abdou Harroui and Cheikh Niasse will be the top backups sans him.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Latches onto Verona Akpa Akpro has signed a one-year contract with Verona.

Impact Akpa Akpro found a new home late in the summer after the end of his deal with Lazio, although he spent the last few seasons on loan at Empoli and Monza. He registered six crosses (one accurate), 30 tackles, 13 interceptions and 14 clearances in 14 matches in 2024/2025. He'll be a defensive-minded option in the Verona midfield behind Suat Serdar, Abdou Harroui, Antoine Bernede, Cheikh Niasse, Yellu Santiago and Al-Musrati.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Maintains solid effort Akpa Akpro registered one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Akpa Akpro kept up his involvement on both ends of the pitch, registering his fourth shot and fourth interception in four outings. This was also the first time in five games that he did not earn a tackle won. Considering he had five fewer appearances than last season, Akpa Akpro did an impressive job to finished with more tackles won, interceptions and blocks this year.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Gritty in Udinese game Akpa Akpro drew five fouls and registered four tackles (three won), two blocks and two clearances in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Udinese.

Impact Akpa Akpro played a big role in containing the adversaries and racked up defensive stats in the process. He has notched 11 tackles (seven won), six clerances, two blocks and two crosses (zero accurate) in the last five games. He failed to record an interception after doing so in the previous seven consecutive matches, totaling nine.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles versus Atalanta Akpa Akpro generated two shots (one on goal), five tackles (two won), two interceptions and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-0 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Akpa Akpro had a gritty display in the midfield, but it didn't suffice to stop the opponents from piling on goals. He has started in six consecutive fixtures, recording two shots (one on target), four crosses (zero accurate), 15 tackles and six clearances. He has always notched at least one interception during such a run, totaling nine.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Comes in late versus Parma Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) had one tackle (zero one) and one clearance and committed three fouls in 18 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Parma.

Impact Akpa Akpro returned from a six-week absence and brought the hustle in the midfield. He'll compete for minutes with Alessandro Bianco, Roberto Gagliardini and Kevin Zeroli going forward.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Parma Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Parma.

Impact Akpa Akpro will not make the call despite being deemed as fit enough for a bench spot, as the midfielder was left on the sidelines again. This extends his absence to seven games, as he will hope to see the playing field again next contest after his close call.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Parma tilt Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) "will be on the bench Saturday," coach Alessandro Nesta stated.

Impact Akpa Akpro is fit enough to be called up after sitting out six matches due to an unspecified muscular injury. He'll provide depth behind Gaetano Castrovilli, Alessandro Bianco, Kevin Zeroli and Kacper Urbanski. He has played four times since joining in January, registering two key passes, two crosses (one accurate), six tackles (three won) and two interceptions.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Lazio game Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) won't return Sunday versus Lazio, Monza announced.

Impact Akpa Akpro will skip the second contest in a row due to a lingering muscular problem. Two among Kacper Urbanski, Alessandro Bianco, Stefano Sensi and Gaetano Castrovilli will start in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip Verona game Akpa Akpro won't be an option against Verona on Saturday, coach Salvatore Bocchetti stated.

Impact Akpa Akpro will be sidelined for at least one contest because of a muscular injury. Monza are down to Kacper Urbanski and Stefano Sensi in the midfield as Warren Bondo (thigh), Matteo Pessina (thigh) and Roberto Gagliardini (thigh) are missing too.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Genoa game in first half Akpa Akpro had one interception in 43 minutes in Monday's match versus Monza before exiting due to injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Akpa Akpro filled in for Warren Bondo (thigh) in the midfield but didn't pick up many stats and subbed off before the interval after getting dinged up while committing a foul. It wasn't clear whether the problem was muscular or traumatic. He'll be evaluated ahead of Saturday's home game against Verona. Alessandro Bianco came off the bench to replace him. Stefano Sensi is the only other healthy midfielder.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Monza Akpa Akpro has moved back to Monza on a season-long loan from Lazio, the team announced.

Impact Akpa Akpro hasn't played so far since he wasn't inserted in the seasonal list by Lazio. He posted seven shots (three on target), 20 tackles, 12 interceptions and 14 clearances in 19 matches (eight starts) last year and should have a similar role. He could see some action right away while Matteo Pessina and Roberto Gagliardini are dealing with thigh problems, leaving Monza very thin in the midfield.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban Akpa Akpro completed a one-game disqualification in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Akpa Akpro will be an option for Saturday's away game versus Lecce, but Warren Bondo and Roberto Gagliardini are usually ahead of him in the pecking order, and the coach can also opt for more aggressive lineups, deploying Matteo Pessina in his role. He had started three straight games before the ban, posting five tackles (all won), six interceptions and nine clearances.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Atalanta clash Akpa Akpro generated one tackle (one won), three clearances and one interception and was booked for the fifth time in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Bologna.

Impact Akpa Akpro mostly contributed defensively but will have to sit the next game due to yellow-card accumulation. Roberto Gagliardini or Daniel Maldini will get the start in the midfield versus Atalanta.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Features off the bench against Frosinone Akpa Akpro had four passes and one tackle (zero won) and was booked in 30 minutes in Saturday's 3-2 win over Frosinone.

Impact Akpa Akpro was able to feature despite subbing off last week but didn't do much in his cameo. He'll compete with Warren Bondo if Roberto Gagliardini moves to the defense, but Monza have recovered some pieces there.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) is in Saturday's squad to face Frosinone.

Impact Akpa Akpro is cleared for Saturday's match after leaving early a week ago against Napoli. The midfielder is available from the bench having started Monza's two previous contests.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Should be fine for Frosinone game Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) wasn't mentioned by coach Raffaele Palladino in the list of absentees for Saturday's match against Frosinone.

Impact Akpa Akpro left the last game early but appears to have avoided a substantial injury. He has started in two consecutive matches since the gaffer opted for sturdier formations. He has recorded eight tackles (three won), five interceptions, and one key pass in his last four games.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off Friday Akpa Akpro was forced off in the second half of Friday's match against Napoli with an injury.

Impact Akpa Akpro suffered the injury in the 60th minute and tried to play on before being replaced by Warren Bondo two minutes later. The midfielder has just over a week to recover ahead of Monza's next match at Frosinone.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gritty against Fiorentina Akpa Akpro created one scoring chance and had four tackles (two won) and two interceptions in Friday's 0-1 loss versus Fiorentina.

Impact Akpa Akpro drew his first start of the season as Monza went with a sturdier look and excelled in the defensive phase. He'll compete with a few attackers, Warren Bondo and Jose Machin if the coach decides to stick with his configuration. He has recorded seven tackles, three interceptions, and one chance in six appearances.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature against Lecce Akpa Akpro didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 tie with Lecce.

Impact Akpa Akpro recovered from a small injury, but the coach rolled with his usual midfielders in this one. He'll try to gnaw at Roberto Gagliardini and Jose Machin's minutes in the upcoming games. He logged 54 tackles, six chances, and 21 clearances in 24 matches (16 starts) with Empoli last season, scoring and assisting once.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE