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Might not return this season Strootman (knee) has remained very limited in practice throughout the break and the chances of him playing before the end of the campaign are low, L'Unione Sarda informs.

Impact Strootman returned to Cagliari after rehabbing away from the team following a knee scope, but he has not been able to ramp up and he might run out of time at this point.

MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Progressi in rehab Strootman (knee) returned to Cagliari to resume practicing in limited fashion, the team announced.

Impact Strootman underwent knee surgery in early December and has been rehabbing away from the team. He is expected to be back in two or three weeks once his conditioning will be up to speed, barring any setback. Razvan Marin, Alberto Grassi, Nahitan Nandez and Alessandro Deiola will be the top midfielders until he returns. Cagliari also added Daniele Baselli in January.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes knee surgery Strootman had arthroscopic surgery to clean up the left knee, Cagliari announced.

Impact Strootman has had trouble staying healthy this season and opted to go under the knife to solve the problem. He is tentatively expected to miss two months, therefore he should be back in late January/early February. Alberto Grassi and Alessandro Deiola will pick up the slack in the midfield.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Torino match Strootman (thigh) is absent from Cagliari's squad list to face Torino Monday.

Impact Strootman picked up an ailment that did not allow him to practice fully in the lead-up of the game and will be properly assessed in the next few days. Alberto Grassi and Alessandro Deiola Charalampos Lykogiannis will have better chances of seeing minutes with Strootman sidelined, although they do not have great fantasy value.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Torino game Strootman could not practice Sunday due to muscle fatigue, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Strootman is at risk of being ruled out in advance unless the situation improves in a hurry. Alberto Grassi has gotten some decent run in his place in recent matches.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Underwhelming versus Bologna Strootman (thigh) had two clearances and no meaningful offense stats in Monday's 0-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Strootman made his return after two games on the shelf, but he was once again a non-factor in the final third. He has taken a clear step back compared to last season in that sense. He has posted one shot, two chances created, five tackles and ten interceptions in seven games. Cagliari will host Atalanta Saturday.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Playing Monday Strootman (thigh) will be in action versus Bologna on Monday.

Impact Strootman watched from the sidelined for Cagliari's previous two matches and will now get back onto the pitch for the first time since Oct. 17 versus Sampdoria. The midfielder figures to continue serving in a defensive role which will limit his opportunities to get up the pitch in the final third, limiting his fantasy value.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back versus Bologna Strootman (thigh) returned to full practice and is set to be good to go for Monday's match against Bologna, coach Walter Mazzarri announced.

Impact Strootman is poised to make his return after two matches on the shelf because of a thigh ailment barring a late setback. He would replace Alberto Grassi in the midfield. He has posted five tackles, ten interceptions, nine clearances and two chances created in six games.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Roma Strootman (thigh) has been ruled out for Wednesday's match versus Roma, Cagliari announced.

Impact Strootman tried to speed up his recovery, but he ultimately was not healthy enough to play in this one. Razvan Marin will probably partner with Alessandro Deiola and Alberto Grassi in the midfield, with Christian Oliva as the top backup.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Roma match Strootman (thigh) practiced partially in the lead-up of Wednesday's game versus Roma, Cagliari announced.

Impact Strootman sat out the last game due to muscle fatigue, but his ailment is not serious and he has an outside chance to be available for the midweek round. If fit enough, he could replace Alessandro Deiola or a defender compared to their last XI.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Fiorentina game Strootman is unavailable for Sunday's match against Fiorentina due to muscle fatigue, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Strootman experienced some discomfort in the final practice and the coaching staff will err on the side of caution. He will take further tests before Wednesday's game against Roma. Gabriele Zappa is taking his place, with some changes of positions across the lineup.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Empoli match Strootman (thigh) has been included in Cagliari's squad list to face Empoli Wednesday.

Impact Strootman is good to go after missing two games because of a bruise. He could get back into the lineup right away replacing Alessandro Deiola or Charalampos Lykogiannis. He has tallied one chance, two tackles, four interceptions and five clearances thus far.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Empoli game Strootman (thigh) is improving and could be called up for Wednesday's match versus Empoli, coach Walter Mazzarri announced.

Impact Strootman sat out the last two games because of a bruised thigh, but he was able to practice more in the lead-up of this game. He is poised to be a late call. The new coach tweaked the system in the past game, going with Charalampos Lykogiannis over another midfielder to fill in for Strootman.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Lazio clash Strootman (thigh) was omitted from Cagliari's squad list to face Lazio Sunday.

Impact Strootman will be sidelined for the second week in a row because of a thigh bruise. Alberto Grassi replaced him in the XI in the previous game. Gabriele Zappa and Christian Oliva are also in the running to fill in.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Genoa match Strootman will miss Sunday's game versus Genoa due to a bruised thigh, Cagliari informed.

Impact Strootman picked up the issue late in the week and will miss at least one match. He could be replaced by Gabriele Zappa, with Nahitan Nandez moving to a more central position, Alberto Grassi or Christian Oliva. Only the first option offers some fantasy value.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Cagliari Strootman has officially joined Cagliari on a season-long loan from Olympique Marseille, with the option to extend it for another campaign.

Impact Strootman fared well in his six months at Genoa, but his previous club could not afford his salary. Cagliari swooped in and added a solid piece to their midfield, which lost Radja Nainggolan, who is back at Inter, at least for now. Strootman has posted four assists, six shots, 39 crosses and 30 tackles in 18 matches with Genoa and should have a similar role, although he is unlikely to take as many set pieces at Cagliari.

JULY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard against Cagliari Strootman had three interceptions, won seven duels, created two scoring chances and drew two fouls in Saturday's 1-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Strootman turned in the usual physical display in the midfield and picked up stats at both ends. He concludes his loan spell from Olympique Marseille with four assists, 23 chances created, 39 crosses and 30 tackles.

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Two interceptions against Bologna Strootman made two interceptions in a 2-0 win against Bologna on Wednesday.

Impact Strootman had an average game for the visitors. The midfielder made two interceptions. Other than that, Strootman also provided a solitary key pass.

MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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