Zeki Celik - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Seven crosses in Sunday's draw Celik generated two shots (one on goal) and seven crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus AC Milan.

Impact Celik recorded a season-high seven crosses in Sunday's draw, although that only resulted in one accurate cross and zero chances created. He also recorded one shot on target, his first since Nov. 9. Although he was unable to provide a goal contribution, it was still a solid performance from him as he once again proved to be an important part of the Roma attack.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 90 minutes in victory Celik (thigh) made one clearance, one tackle and one interception during Thursday's UEFA Europa League win over Stuttgart.

Impact Celik bounced back from a minor issue and got his usual playing time, though he featured in a defensive role as part of a back three against the Bundesliga side. While he's not a regular attacking contributor, he may be able to produce crosses and tackles if he's favored over Devyne Rensch in future contests.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Stuttgart Celik (thigh) has been selected for Thursday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Celik withdrew from the starting lineup against Torino due to a flexor issue, but he has been able to recover in a hurry and will be an option a few days later, although he might be spared in this one to avoid more serious injuries.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled from XI on Sunday Celik won't start Sunday due to a late muscular problem, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Celik picked up a last-minute issue while warming up and has been removed from the starting lineup in favor of Devyne Rensch. He's unlikely to get minutes and will be properly evaluated after the contest.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in service Celik generated five crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Sassuolo.

Impact Celik did make some service efforts but only one of his five crosses was considered accurate, which wasn't going to cut it. If he can be more accurate, he could have more success against Torino on Sunday. The team has allowed 32 goals in domestic play this season.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Registers five tackles Celik registered five tackles (four won), four clearances and one interception in Tuesday's 2-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Celik started at center-back and delivered an excellent defensive performance against Lecce on Tuesday, recording a season-high five tackles while adding one interception and four clearances. The Turkish defender continues to enjoy a strong campaign, having tallied one goal and one assist alongside 29 tackles, eight interceptions and 30 clearances across 17 Serie A appearances this season.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Celik completed a one-game ban in Monday's 1-0 victory over Como.

Impact Celilk will return against Juventus on Saturday and most likely start, either on the wing, relieving Devyne Rensch, or in the back, replacing Evan N'Dicka (AFCON). He has registered one or more tackles in his last nine appearances, racking up 20 (11 won), adding 24 crosses (four accurate), 11 shots (two on target) and 15 clearances and notching one goal, two assists and two clean sheets in such a stretch.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red in Cagliari tilt Celik recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) and was sent off in the 52nd minute of Sunday's game versus Cagliari.

Impact Celik had a so-so display and was expelled early in the second half for tackling an opponent who was sprinting toward the box, denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity. He'll miss next Monday's home game versus Como. If Wesley (thigh) didn't return, Devyne Rensch would step in.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores insurance goal Celik scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 win against Udinese.

Impact Celik's insurance goal sealed Roma's win, which was not in much doubt since Udinese never truly threatened. The midfielder has a somewhat neutral matchup in two weeks against Cremonese, a team which has conceded 13 goals in 11 Serie A games.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses Sunday Celik generated one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against AC Milan. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 7...

Impact Celik recorded six crosses in Sunday's loss, setting a new season high. He also took one off-target shot and created one chance on the attack. On the defensive end he won five duels, made one clearance and won two tackles before he was subbed off in the 77th minute for Artem Dovbyk.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good in Inter game Celik had two shots (zero on goal), two interceptions, three clearances and five crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Celik moved from the back to the flank to help replace Angelino (illness) and led his team in deliveries, posting a new season high, but none were accurate. He didn't post a single tackle, ending a five-game streak. He has tallied at least one clearance in six straight matches, totaling 20 and posting 10 interceptions, 14 crosses (two accurate) and five key passes over that span, with two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Fiorentina meeting Celik created one scoring chance and recorded four tackles (two won), three clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Fiorentina.

Impact Celik was reliable in the back and sprinted down the flank more than a few times. He has taken over the position from Mario Hermoso in the last five matches, always recording at least one tackle and one clearance, racking up 12 (five won) and 17 respectively and adding nine interceptions and five key passes, with two clean sheets. Instead, he failed to record a cross for the first time in six bouts.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Verona Celik assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Verona.

Impact Celik was active offensively despite playing most of the game as a center-back and found Artem Dovbyk with a long cross ahead of the opening goal. He has started in three straight matches, staying in the XI after Mario Hermoso recovered from a small injury. He's also an option for the right wing. He has tallied at least one cross in four straight appearances, totaling 10 (two accurate) and registering five chances created, four tackles (one won) and 12 clerances, with two clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fills in well against Lazio Celik registered one cross (zero accurate), five clearances, two interceptions and and one tackle (zero won) in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Celik replaced Mario Hermoso (calf) in the back and turned in a solid shift, limiting his forays. His teammate is dealing with a minor injury, but the hierarchy isn't set in stone. He has notched two key passes, four crosses (one accurate), one tackle and seven clearances in three appearances (one start).

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Pisa Celik served a one-game disqualification in Saturday's 1-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Celik will return against Pisa on Saturday and will try to challenge Mario Hermoso and Danilo Ghilardi for a spot in the backline, while Wesley has already seized control of the right wing and shone in the opener.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Disqualified for one game Celik created two scoring chances, had three crosses (one accurate) and one tackle and was booked for the fifth time in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Torino.

Impact Celik was again sound on both ends in an easy win for his side. He won't be an option for next year's opener due to yellow-card accumulation. He has been steady for most of the campaign, recording three assists, 64 crosses (16 on target), 88 tackles and 86 clearances in 41 games, helping keep nine clean sheets.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid versus Milan Celik won one of four tackles and registered two interceptions, two clearances and two crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-1 victory against AC Milan.

Impact Celik turned in a respectable shift and put together a full line defensively, but his side gave up one goal. He has tallied five crosses (one accurate), 13 tackles (eight won), four interceptions and three blocks in the last five matches. He has notched two or more clearances in his last 12 displays, amassing 46.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good against Inter Celik registered two tackles (two won) and five clearances in Sunday's 1-0 win over Inter Milan.

Impact Celik started for the fourth match in a row, over Mats Hummels for the third straight round, and, while he wasn't as busy as the other Roma defenders, he did his part in keeping the second consecutive clean sheet. He has totaled six crosses (one accurate), 14 tackles (nine won) and 14 clearances in four games since returning from injury.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles in derby with Lazio Celik generated three clearances, three crosses (zero accurate), seven tackles (four won) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lazio.

Impact Celik played in a more defensive role compared to last week and had a more convincing performance, chipping in on both ends and holding his own in the back. He'll mostly alternate with Mats Hummels based on the match-up in the remaining matches. He has tallied four key passes, seven crosses (two accurate), 19 tackles (nine won) and 11 clearances in his last five displays (all starts).

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Paltry in Juventus bout Celik (thigh) had two crosses (one accurate), two interceptions, two clearances and one key pass in 72 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.

Impact Celik got the nod as a wing-back in his return from injury but wasn't particularly good on either end. He'll compete especially with Mats Hummels in the coming matches. He has assisted twice and tallied five chances created, five crosses (two accurate) and 19 clearances in his last five displays, contributing to one clean sheet.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Juventus Celik (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Juventus.

Impact Celik bounced back as expected to take the spot of Alexis Saelemaekers (suspension) on the right flank. After missing three matches due to the injury, he'll look to add to his 46 clearances, 40 tackles, 29 crosses and two assists in 23 appearances over the current Serie A season.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back against Juventus Celik (thigh) has practiced with the rest of the group for more than a week and will be in contention to start Sunday versus Juventus, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Celik was a close call for the previous game versus Lecce but was given a few more days. If fit enough, he could start either on the right wing, replacing Alexis Saelemaeekers (suspension), or supplant Mats Hummels in the back. He has recorded one goal, two assists, 17 tackles (eight won) and 22 clearances in his last six appearances, contributing to two clean sheets.

APRIL 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Lecce match Celik (thigh) hasn't been selected for Saturday's fixture versus Lecce.

Impact Celik was spotted in training late in the week but will be given more time to heal fully from a thigh strain after sitting out three matches before the break. Mats Hummels or Victor Nelsson will complete the defense since Devyne Rensch (thigh) is hurt too.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more time Celik will be re-evaluated during the break due to a biceps femoris MTJ lesion, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Celik will be sidelined for two further matches after skipping the most recent one and will try to recover during the stoppage. Mats Hummels, Victor Nelsson and Devyne Rensch will complete the defense while he's on the shelf.

MARCH 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Empoli match Celik won't be available Sunday due to a thigh problem, Ansa reported.

Impact Celik had a relapse of a recent ailment that forced him to sub off early last week, but he was able to perform midweek in the Europa League. Two among Mats Hummels, Devyne Rensch and Victor Nelsson will start next two Evan N'Dicka since Gianluca Mancini (suspension) is absent too.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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