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Might be spared versus Lecce Demiral "has a small knee problem and could rest against Lecce," coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.

Impact Demiral will be an option as he will travel with the team, but the gaffer could give the nod to either Caleb Okoli or Berat Djimisit, considering his imperfect conditions and the short turnaround.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Piles up stats against Napoli Demiral won four of five tackles and nine duels, had one interception, and drew one foul in Saturday's 1-2 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Demiral was extra busy and physical in the back and, while he prevailed in a bunch of duels, Victor Osimhen outmuscled him on the run before setting up the second and deciding goal for his side. He has registered 17 tackles (11 won), four interceptions, 14 clearances, and four blocks in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Osimhen powers another Napoli win; Maldini scores vs. Milan

A hat trick last weekend

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Wins ten duels against Sassuolo Demiral won one of three tackles and ten duels and had one block and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Sassuolo.

Impact Demiral was extremely physical while anchoring the backline, but Atalanta didn't manage to shut down the opponents in this one. He has posted one goal, 11 tackles (six won), seven interceptions, and 13 clearances in the last five games, with one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 15 minutes Demiral (undisclosed) played 15 minutes during a 1-0 win against Fiorentina on Sunday.

Impact Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini used Giorgio Scalvini in place of a limited yet healthy Demiral. So as October continues, fantasy managers should expect the Turkish defender to regularly play alongside center-backs Rafael Toloi and Caleb Okoli again.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids lingering issues Demiral (undiclosed) trained regularly after coming back early from international duties, Atalanta announced.

Impact Demiral was spared for a small ailment while with Turkey but should feature regularly in the next Serie A game versus Fiorentina. He has notched nine tackles, 12 interceptions, 22 clearances, and one goal in six matches, contributing to three clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heads home early Demiral didn't feature Thursday versus Luxemburg and will report back to Italy early due to an injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Demiral has been suffering from recurrent knee soreness to start the season, but the coach stated that he was healthy when he arrived and that he got hurt in practice. He will be assessed upon returning to Bergamo.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Formerly known for its goals, Atalanta relies on defense now

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Plays full Milan game Demiral (knee) won one of two tackles had two tackles (one won), two clearances, and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 tie versus AC Milan.

Impact Demiral managed to go to distance despite a previous knee problem and held his own in a challenging match-up. He will get consistent minutes now that he's healthy, especially with Berat Djimsiti suffering an injury in this one.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Milan Demiral (knee) is in Atalanta's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against AC Milan.

Impact Demiral is ready to make his season debut in Atalanta's back-three on Sunday after recovering from a knee injury. He kept five clean sheets in 28 Serie A appearances (22 starts) in the last campaign.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Milan game Demiral (thigh) has returned to full training and looked fine in the lead-up to Sunday's match versus Milan, coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.

Impact Demiral has been dealing with knee soreness with a couple of weeks but has moved past the issue. He will try to challenge Caleb Okoli for a spot in the back, but Atalanta will roll with the three starters from the opener in the back if he's not 100 percent.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Sampdoria game Demiral will sit out Saturday's opener against Sampdoria due to knee soreness, coach Gian Piero Gasperini told Ansa.

Impact Demiral was unable to play in the last friendly against Valencia and the problem will cost him time in league play as well. The coach praised returning loanee Caleb Okoli, who could fill in for Demiral, and also mentioned deploying Marten De Roon in the back. Giorgio Scalvini is also in the running for a starting job.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bought out by Atalanta Demiral has joined Atalanta on a permanent deal as the club announced to have activated their option to sign him from Juventus following the loan spell.

Impact Demiral saw his role shrink down the stretch but still wound up logging 42 seasonal appearances across all competitions. He is not necessarily a lock to stay as he is reportedly drawing some outside interest, but it will now be up to Atalanta to decide his future.

JUNE 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays little versus Empoli Demiral took one shot on target and had one interception in seven minutes off the bench in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Demiral surprisingly lost the starting job in the final month of the season despite being mostly solid, if not impressive, in 2021/2022. He has tallied 42 tackles, 79 interceptions, 107 clearances and 23 blocks in 40 appearances, with seven clean sheets. Atalanta are reportedly keen on buying him out following the loan spell from Juventus.

MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Spezia game Demiral had two interceptions and one clearance, won three duels and picked up an assist in Sunday's 3-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Demiral came off the bench for the third time in the last four matches, but he flicked it on for Berat Djimsiti on the second goal for his side. He has logged five tackles (four won), five interceptions and five clearances in the last five appearances, with no clean sheets. Atalanta will face Milan away Sunday.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Europa League Demiral (thigh) got the start in Thursday's Europa League game versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Demiral sat out the previous Serie A match due to a minor muscular problem, but he was quickly back on the pitch. He will likely get the start in Sunday's away game versus Sassuolo since Berat Djimsiti (shoulder) and Rafael Toloi (thigh) are likely to be on the mend. He has posted 25 tackles, 51 interceptions, 53 clearances and 13 blocks in 21 Serie A matches, with five clean sheets.

APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Atalanta clash Demiral was unavailable for Sunday's game versus Atalanta due to a right thigh problem, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Demiral experienced some discomfort while on international duties and was ruled out altogether. He is headed to some tests to determine whether he will be forced to miss further time.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six interceptions in victory Demiral had one shot, one block, six interceptions, two takcles, one foul and sustainted one foul in the 1-0 victory over Bologna on Sunday.

Impact For most of this match, it was a showdown between the defenses. Defenders like Demiral made sure that Bologna couldn't score, but also that they struggled to maintain possession. The defender seems to be an automatic tackle and interception machine, shutting down opposing sides constantly. He will be needed in the tough match coming up against Napoli.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back against Roma Demiral served his suspension in Monday's 4-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Demiral sat out one game due to yellow-card accumulation. He will return to the XI in Saturday's away game versus Roma. He has logged two tackles, 14 interceptions and nine clearances in the last four appearances.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Sampdoria match Demiral took two off-target shots, had eight interceptions and one clearance and drew two fouls in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Sampdoria and will miss one game due to yellow-card accumula...

Impact Demiral had a remarkable display and easily posted a new season high for chances, but he could not prevent the opponents from scoring and was booked for the fifth time in the season. Giorgio Scalvini is the next man up in the defense since Berat Djimsiti will also sit out the Sampdoria tilt.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well in Lazio game Demiral had one block, three tackles and four clearances and won one duel in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Lazio.

Impact Demiral contributed to shackling down Ciro Immobile in this one, helping his team come away with a clean sheet in a difficult spot. He has tallied 21 tackles, 35 interceptions, 43 clearances and nine blocks in 16 Serie A games, with four clean sheets. Atalanta will face Cagliari at home on February 6th.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Napoli Demiral took three shots, won four duels, had one interception and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-2 win over Napoli.

Impact Demiral tied the game in the second half by staying on offense after a set-piece and rifling home a potent shot after sneaking past the offside trap. It is his second of the season. He has started in seven of the last eight games, posting eight tackles, 16 interceptions and 19 clearances. Atalanta will host Villarreal in Champions League Wednesday and then visit Verona next Sunday.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Solid again in Venezia game Demiral created one scoring chance, won one duel and had four interceptions and one clearance in Tuesday's 4-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Demiral drew the second start in a row as the coach continues to alternate his defenders and again put up decent numbers. He has recorded 22 tackles, 31 interceptions and 49 clearances in 15 games, with two clean sheets. Atalanta will face Napoli away Saturday.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stifling against Juventus Demiral had four interceptions and four clearances, won three of five tackles and nine duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Demiral had a strong outing while blanketing the Juventus forwards that operated in his area and put together one of his best lines of the season. He generally alternates with Jose Luis Palomino and Berat Djimsiti in two defensive spots. He has recorded 22 tackles, 27 interceptions and 48 clearances in 14 games, with two clean sheets. Atalanta will face Venezia at home Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins eight duels versus Lazio Demiral (thigh) took two off-target shots, had one interception and three clearances and won eight duels in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Lazio.

Impact Demiral was able to go to distance despite the recent thigh injury and, while he put up decent numbers, he often let Ciro Immobile slip behind him. He has tallied 12 tackles, 17 interceptions and 34 clearances in ten games, with one clean sheets. Atalanta will host Manchester United in Champions League Tuesday and then visit Cagliari next Saturday.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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