MATTIA VITI NEWS

Will not return versus Atalanta Viti (knee) will remain unavailable for Sunday's against Atalanta, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Viti will skip the second contest in a row due to a knee contusion. Saba Goglichidze, Mattia De Sciglio and Giuseppe Pezzella should start again in the back since Ardian Ismajli (thigh) and Luca Marianucci (suspension) are missing too.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids major issues Viti (knee) has been diagnosed with a significant bruise and a bone and muscular edema, La Nazione reported.

Impact Viti is expected to miss a couple of matches but escaped without ligament damage. Empoli might soon welcome back Ardian Ismajli (thigh), while Luca Marianucci (suspension) is out for the next match.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Milan game early Viti had one tackle (one won) and one interception in 28 minutes in Saturday's game versus Milan before being forced off by a left knee injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Viti banged knees with an opponent and will be hoping for some good news from the test results. Saba Goglichidze came off the bench to replace him, joining Luca Marianucci and Mattia De Sciglio in the back.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Viti (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with AC Milan.

Impact Viti was included in the squad for Saturday's game after missing the last match due to a thigh injury. He returns to the starting lineup and could strengthen the team in central defense following their difficult game against Juventus, where they conceded four goals.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Milan game Viti (thigh) is expected to return against Milan on Saturday, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Viti is in better shape compared to last week and has good chances of starting right away, also because Empoli will be without Ardian Ismajli (thigh). He has recorded nine tackles (eight won), nine interceptions and 13 clearances in his last four appearances, with no clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Juventus tilt Viti won't play Sunday due to a minor thigh injury, coach Roberto D'Aversa announced.

Impact Viti has avoided serious issues but will skip at least one contest due to a muscular problem. Mattia De Sciglio or Luca Marianucci will replace him in the back.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in Bologna match Viti had seven clearances and one tackle (one) in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Como, leaving late due to a physical problem, coach Roberto D'Aversa informed.

Impact Viti didn't sub off but left his side in the ten men in the stoppage time since he couldn't continue. He'll have to be assessed ahead of Sunday's away game versus Juventus. Mattia De Sciglio or Luca Marianucci would fill in if need be, while Liberato Cacace will likely play on the wing since Giuseppe Pezzella will be suspended.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Venezia Viti (thigh) drew two fouls and had three tackles (two won), two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Venezia.

Impact Viti made the XI immediately upon recovering from a thigh injury and didn't face particular limitations as he played almost the entire game. He had a solid showing, but his side gave up a goal early on. He'll continue to be a fixture of the formation. He has registered 11 tackles (six won), nine interceptions, 22 clearances and five blocks in his last five showings, with no clean sheets.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Venezia match Viti (thigh) is on track to be available for Saturday's game against Venezia, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Viti has healed pretty quickly and has ramped up in training but might not get the nod right away after missing two weeks due to a muscular injury to avoid risks. He'd replace Liberato Cacace or Giuseppe if he got the nod. He has had a prominent role when 100 percent and has registered nine tackles (five won), nine interceptions and 21 clearances in his last five showings, with no clean sheets.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss a few games Viti has been diagnosed with a low-grade adductor strain in his left thigh, Empoli announced.

Impact Viti will be sidelined for three or four games depending on how the rehab goes. Mattia De Sciglio, Giuseppe Pezzella and Luca Marianucci will handle the positon while he recovers.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Atalanta tilt Viti is unavailable for Sunday's game versus Atalanta due to a right thigh injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Viti got hurt late in the week and will be better assessed in the coming days. Either Giuseppe Pezzella or Liberato Cacace will serve as a center-back in this one, with Luca Marianucci as the top deputy.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up stats in Milan game Viti had three tackles (one won), three clearances, three blocks and two interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Viti didn't have gaffes and piled up stats in the back, but his side gave up three goals in this one. He has recorded 10 tackles (six won), 13 interceptions and 22 clearances in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well despite loss to Inter Viti won two of three tackles and had three interceptions and eight clearances in Wednesday's 3-0 defeat versus Inter.

Impact Viti did what he could to contain the damage and filled it up in the back, but Empoli eventually collapsed after nearly an hour in ten men. He has logged 11 tackles (five won), nine interceptions and 18 clearances in the last five games, with one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Spotless verssu Cagliari Viti registered one tackle (one won), eight clearances, three blocks and three interceptions in Friday's 2-0 victory against Cagliari.

Impact Viti was under pressure throughout the game, and especially in the second half, but responded well and filled it up like the rest of the Empoli defense. He has recorded 18 tackles, five interceptions and 25 clearances in five rounds, with three clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dependable in Juventus bout Viti won three of four tackles, had five clearances and took one off-target shot in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Juventus.

Impact Viti made his presence felt in the back as the Empoli defense engulfed the opposing strikers for the most part. He's been a solid day-one starter in his return to Empoli, tallying 17 tackles, two interceptions and 17 clearances in four matches, with two clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Empoli Viti is headed back to Empoli on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Nice, the two clubs announced.

Impact Viti broke out in Tuscany two years ago but failed to live up to expectations at Nice and at Sassuolo in the most recent campaign. He appeared 15 times (12 starts) in 2023/2024, posting 24 tackles, ten interceptions and 37 clearances, with no clean sheets. He'll contribute to replacing previous stalwart Sebastiano Luperto, who joined Cagliari.

JULY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First Serie A goal in draw Viti scored a goal through his only on goal effort in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Lazio.

Impact Viti scored the game's opening goal Sunday, a poke in from the back post following a free kick penalty area scramble. It was his first Serie A goal. The defender put in a solid performance in his core duties, delivering three interceptions and a tackle. From 14 appearances (12 starts) he has not been able to contribute to a clean sheet.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Inter Viti (illness) didn't feature in Saturday's 1-0 win over Inter.

Impact Viti dropped to the bench after three straight starts and didn't get minutes even though Sassuolo used an extra defender, likely because of his imperfect conditions. He'll compete with Josh Doig, Gianmarco Ferrari and Marash Kumbulla going forward.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lines up on bench Viti (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Inter Milan.

Impact Viti is back on the team sheet to face Inter, missing no time with his illness as he lines up on the bench after passing his fitness test. He will now look to earn some minutes to test his legs before hopefully getting the start in their next match, as he had started in their past three contests before Saturday.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Inter tilt Viti "was unable to finish practice Friday due to stomach ache and will need to be further evaluated," coach Davide Ballardini relayed.

Impact Viti came down with an illness and will need to pass a late fitness test to stay in the XI. He has been playing as a left-back lately. Josh Doig and Marcus Pedersen are the alternative options at the position.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for Frosinone game Viti (thigh) "is hurt," coach Davide Balardini informed.

Impact Viti will skip his fourth in a row as his thigh injury is significant and might not return next week either. Martin Erlic and Gianmarco Ferrari are the favorites to start.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Verona clash Viti is absent for Sunday's match against Verona, the Serie A site confirmed.

Impact Viti was on the wrong side of questionable due to a thigh issue that already cost him two matches. Martin Erlic and Gianmarco Ferrari are teaming up in the back from the start, while Ruan and Marash Kumbulla are the bench options in the role.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Verona game Viti (thigh) will likely remain sidelined for Sunday's match against Verona, Quotidiano Sportivo informed.

Impact Viti is probably headed for his third straight game on the mend due to a muscular issue whose extent hasn't been fully specified by his team. Martin Erlic (thigh) returned on the bench midweek and could resume starting over Ruan in this one.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Napoli clash Viti won't return versus Napoli, coach Emiliano Bigica informed.

Impact Viti will sit out his second match in a row due to an unspecified muscular problem and is doubtful for the ensuing one against Verona given the short time to recover at his disposal. Ruan and Gianmarco Ferrari started in the previous tilt, while Martin Erlic (thigh) is touch-and-go for this one.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Empoli game Viti is absent for Saturday's tilt versus Empoli due to a muscular injury, Sky informed.

Impact Viti got hurt in the final practice and will be re-assessed ahead of Wednesday's home game versus Napoli. Gianmarco Ferrari and Ruan are starting in the back since Martin Erlic (thigh) is out as well.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE