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Logs four clearances in Venezia tilt Gabbia had one block, four clearances and one shot (zero on target) in Saturday's 4-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Gabbia got the nod over Fikayo Tomori before a Champions League game and put up good numbers in the back. He hadn't played in the previous matches, and Malick Thiaw (ankle) was out in this one. He logged 29 tackles, 47 clearances and ten interceptions in 18 games (14 starts) in Serie A last season.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban Gabbia completed a one-game suspension in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Torino.

Impact Gabbia will be eligible to play versus Salernitana and could start over either Malick Thiaw or Fikayo Tomori. He had made the XI five times before the disqualification, tallying two goals, 17 clearances and nine tackles (four won) and contributing to two clean sheets.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Torino game Gabbia generated one tackle (one won) and two clearances and was booked for the fifth time in Saturday's 5-1 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Gabbia wasn't under a lot of pressure, but Milan was unable to keep the clean sheet. He'll be unavailable Saturday due to yellow-card accumulation. Fikayo Tomori will likely partner with Malick Thiaw versus Torino.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets header Gabbia scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-3 draw against Genoa.

Impact Gabbia found the scoresheet Sunday, scoring in the 72nd minute off of an Alessandro Florenzi assist. This gave Gabbia his second goal in league play this season, only having four in all competitions over the past two years. He was also decent in the defense, registering three tackles and four clearances.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Posts five clearance against Juventus Gabbia registered one shot (zero on goal), one interception and five clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Juventus.

Impact Gabbia wasn't as impressive as other defenders in this one but still played a key role in limiting the opponents. He has started in five of the last six matches, recording eight tackles (three won), 15 clerances and two interceptions and contributing to one clean sheet. He'll face competition from Malick Thiaw going forward.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three tackles against Inter Gabbia had two clearances, one block, three tackles (one won) and one shot on target in Monday's 2-0 defeat versus Inter.

Impact Gabbia was okay in the back but Inter foud a way to score twice. He'll most likely start again versus Juventus as Milan will be depleted defensively. He has made the XI in four of the last six games, totaling eight tackles (three won), 10 clearances and two blocks, with one goal and one assist but no clean sheets.

APRIL 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first assist of season Gabbia assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Sassuolo.

Impact Gabbia was only a bench option who appeared for 35 minutes Saturday, still putting on a decent display after finding Noah Okafor in the 84th minute for the game-tying goal. This was Gabbia's first assist of the season, now having two goal contributions. However, he was slightly underwhelming on the defensive side of the pitch, only notching one clearance.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first assist of season Gabbia assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Sassuolo.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good in Napoli game Gabbia won two of three tackles and three duels and had three clearances and one key pass in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Napoli.

Impact Gabbia was just one of the two Milan defenders who played the whole game and was tidy in the back against a quality opponent. He has started five matches in a row, but Malick Thiaw (thigh) is expected to return soon, which might impact his playing time. He logged 10 tackles (eight won), 22 clearances, and two interceptions in the recent stretch, contributing to one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Finds the target in Frosinone match Gabbia scored one goal, won two duels, and had three clearances and one block in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Frosinone.

Impact Gabbia wasn't great in the back like the rest of the Milan defense but made up for that on the other end by nudging the ball home with a header on a set piece following a flick-on. He has started four games in a row thanks to multiple injuries, login seven tackles (six won), two interceptions, and 19 clearances, with no clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers against Bologna Gabbia drew two fouls and had four tackles (three won), seven successful duels, and six clearances in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Bologna.

Impact Gabbia held up under pressure for the most part even though Bologna managed to score twice, one through a PK. He has gotten the nod in the last three matches, recording seven tackles (five won), 16 clearances, and one interception, with no clean sheets.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Roma clash Gabbia (head) had six clearances, one interception, and one block and won one tackle in Sunday's 3-1 win over Milan.

Impact Gabbia got his first start since returning and did a nice job on Romelu Lukaku. Theo Hernandez returned to his usual left-back role after a run of serviceable performances in the middle. That opens up a spot in the middle that would allow him to feature regularly if the trend continued.

JANUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start Sunday Gabbia (head) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match versus Roma.

Impact Gabbia was able to avoid any serious head injury and is back in the lineup for Sunday. It will he his second start in three appearances since joining the side after his loan in Villarreal was terminated.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Roma tilt Gabbia (head) has been cleared to play in Sunday's game versus Roma, SportMediaset informed.

Impact Gabbia didn't suffer ulterior consequences after another blow to the head and trained with no limitations for a couple of days in a row. Simon Kjaer and Theo Hernandez remain the favorites to start in the back.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out in cup tilt Gabbia subbed off in the first half of Wednesday's 1-2 loss to Atalanta after clashing heads with an opponent, La Repubblica relayed.

Impact Gabbia just returned from the same problem and seemingly lost a tooth in the collision. The early reports suggest the decision was mostly precautionary. He'll be assessed ahead Sunday's home game versus Roma. He was making his first start since returning as Simon Kjaer was initially spared.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays six minutes versus Empoli Gabbia (head) won one tackle in eight minutes in Sunday's 3-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Gabbia was good to go after a concussion but the coach opted not to start him right away after his return despite their holes in the back. He'll compete with Simon Kjaer and Alessandro Florenzi while Pierre Kalulu, Fikayo Tomori, and Malick Thiaw are unavailable.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Empoli match Gabbia (concussion) has been practicing fully since coming back from Villarreal, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Gabbia missed some time with a head injury before the transfer, but he has recovered. Even though Milan are down a few defenders, he's not expected to start right away, as Theo Hernandez should continue to play as a center-back for the time being.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Milan Gabbia is heading to Milan, which officially terminated his loan spell to Villarreal early.

Impact Gabbia returns to the club that owns his card following the injuries to Fikayo Tomori, Malick Thiaw, and Pierre Kalulu and will compete to fill a couple of spots with Simon Kjaer, Alessandro Florenzi, and Jan-Carlo Simic right away.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still unavailable Tuesday Gabbia (concussion) will not be an option against Valencia on Tuesday.

Impact Gabbia will be out of action for his third consecutive contest due to his lingering concussion symptoms. Prior to getting hurt, the defender made just two starts in his previous five contests, as such, he is far from a lock to secure a place in the starting XI even once cleared to return.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Gabbia (concussion) was spotted back in training Friday, Javier Mata of Diario AS reports.

Impact Gabbia collided with the knee of teammate Raul Albiol against Rennes in the UEFA Europa League on Dec. 14, and that caused him to miss two league matches, but the fact that he's back in training suggests he's trending in the right direction when it comes to his recovery. It remains to be seen if he'll be fit enough to face Valencia on Tuesday next week, but Villarreal are expected to be very cautious with his recovery.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers brutal concussion Gabbia collided the knee of teammate Raul Albiol and was rushed to the hospital after he was unconscious. Luckily, he is awake and conscious with just a head injury and a slight br...

Impact Gabbia experienced a scary incident, but looks to be okay and is recovering at the hospital for further tests and evaluations. Since concussion protocol requires 10 days of no football activity, the defender may have played his last match for Villarreal as he is expected to report back to AC Milan following the conclusion of his loan. He's started 11 of the 13 games played in all competitions, recording 54 clearances thus far.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench Gabbia came off the bench for the second half of Thursday's clash with Panathinaikos.

Impact Gabbia returned to action in the Europa League, coming off the bench and playing the second half of Thursday's clash. The defender is available once more and could see some consistent minutes in December with Aissa Mandi (ankle) ruled out.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Named to UCL squad Gabbia (undisclosed) was included in the squad to face Panathinaikos on Thursday.

Impact Gabbia missed just one match due to his undisclosed injury, having started three of the club's previous six contests. With the defender fit, he should be in contention to feature in at least one of the club's next two contests against Panathinaikos or Sevilla on Thursday or Sunday, respectively. The absence of Aissa Mandi (ankle) could open up additional minutes for Gabbia.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Osasuna Gabbia didn't make Villarreal's game-day squad list to face Osasuna on Sunday.

Impact Gabbia has started routinely in recent weeks but suffered an injury during the week. Juan Foyth, Raul Albiol, and Jorge Cuenca form the back three in this one.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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