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Not acquired by Cagliari Folorunsho is returning to Napoli, as Cagliari didn't activate their option to buy.

Impact Folorunsho was a linchpin for most of the campaign, scoring twice and adding 36 shots (nine on target), 14 chances created, and 22 crosses (four accurate) in 27 showings (24 starts). However, his price tag was deemed too expensive. He'll be judged by new Napoli coach Massimiliano Allegri during the summer to see whether he could come in handy as a backup.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Milan clash Folorunsho "won't be available Sunday due to a late muscular problem," coach Fabio Pisacane stated.

Impact Folorunsho will take further tests after the match. Alessandro Deiola, Ibrahim Sulemana and Gennaro Borrelli will absorb his minutes in a couple of roles. He has scored twice and notched 36 shots (nine on target), 14 chances created and 22 crosses (four accurate) in 27 appearances, missing significant time due to a knee tear midway through the season. He might be headed back to Napoli after the end of his loan spell.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Misfires in Udinese match Folorunsho drew four fouls and registered five shots (zero on goal), one celarance and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Udinese.

Impact Folorunsho was a key cog of the offense and set a new season high in attempts, but didn't come close to the mark in any of them. He has had at least one attempt in 11 appearances on the trot, amassing 19 shots (two on target), scoring twice and adding four chances created, five crosses (two on target) and four tackles (two won) over that span. Additionally, this marked his third game in a row with one or more clearances (five total).

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Teen scores twice on full debut as Cagliari beats Atalanta and moves clear of drop zone

Senegalese teenager Paul Mendy has scored twice in his first start for Cagliari, including the opener after 16 seconds

APRIL 27 • Associated Press

Nets in draw Folorunsho scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Friday's 1-1 draw against Parma.

Impact Folorunsho scored during Friday's draw with Parma. It was a nice finish for the midfielder, who made the most of his only shot during the match. With such limited volume it's hard to expect any sort of run of goalscoring in the coming weeks, especially against some tough opposition like Napoli.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Oristanio's late goal cancels stunning Folorunsho strike as Parma draw with Cagliari

Michael Folorunsho has scored a stunning 30-meter strike for Cagliari and substitute Gaetano Oristanio equalized late to give home side Parma a share of the points in Serie A

FEBRUARY 27 • Associated Press

Available versus Parma Folorunsho (knee) has been called up for Friday's game against Parma.

Impact Folorunsho is returning after missing two months with a knee injury, and the coach suggested he'd come off the bench. He should see some action since Cagliari are thin in the midfield without Gianluca Gaetano (thigh), Luca Mazzitelli (calf) and Alessandro Deiola (thigh). He was a fixture before getting hurt and has 20 tackles, 19 shots (six on target) and 10 chances created in 16 appearances (all starts), scoring once.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Close to coming back Folorunsho (knee) "has been ramping up in the past two weeks but won't be available Saturday versus Lazio," coach Fabio Pisacane announced.

Impact Folorunsho hasn't played since late December, hurting his knee crashing into the post and then undergoing surgery to repair a torn MCL. He had started every game prior to the injury but will likely need a match or two to gear back into shape after being cleared to return.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Folorunsho went under the knife in Rome to repair his right MCL, Cagliari announced.

Impact Folorunsho visited with a specialist as he wasn't improving, who suggested the operation. He's expected to need four to six weeks to make a full recovery and should return in early February, L'Unione Sarda reported. Luca Mazzitelli and Gianluca Gaetano will absorb his minutes.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss a few games Folorunsho (knee) hasn't been able to practice since getting hurt in the last game and will likely skip at least the next four fixtures, L'Unione Sarda reported.

Impact Folorunsho didn't rupture a meniscus or a ligament but is dealing with a significant sprain, and the packed schedule doesn't work in his favor. He could be sidelined for up to a month. Gennaro Borrelli, Semih Kilicsoy, Gianluca Gaetano and Luca Mazzitelli could see an uptick in minutes in relief, depending on the formation and how aggressive the coach decides to be in each game.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing knee injury Folorunsho was limited to rest and rehab because of a knee bruise and sprain as the team started preparing for Saturday's away game versus Torino, Cagliari announced.

Impact Folorunsho appears to have avoided serious issues but could still miss some time after violently colliding with the woodwork. His status for the next round will depend on whether he manages to return to full training later in the week.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and bows out early versus Pisa Folorunsho scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and three clearances before exiting Sunday's game against Pisa at the 61st minute because of a possible lower leg in...

Impact Folorunsho bagged his maiden goal of the season with a pretty diving header, but crashed into the post in the process and limped off after trying to gut it out for a couple of minutes. He's set for tests ahead of Saturday's away game versus Torino. Luca Mazzitelli came off the bench over Matteo Prati and other possible options to substitute for him in the midfield.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances agaisnt Atalanta Folorunsho won one of one tackles and had two crosses (one accurate), one interception and key passes in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Folorunsho led his team in chances created, posting a new season high in such a category, but his teammate didn't exploit them, in particular Gennaro Borrelli, who headed it wide on a great cross at the end of the first half. He has posted one or more crosses and at least one tackle in the last four fixtures, accumulating six (two accurate) and nine (five won), respectively, and adding three shots (two on target) and four key passes over that span.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Højlund's double sees Napoli beat Juventus and spoil Spalletti's return

Rasmus Højlund scores twice to help Napoli beat Juventus 2-1 and spoil Luciano Spalletti’s return to his former team

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Mostly silent in Juventus tilt Folorunsho drew three fouls, won two of two tackles and registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Juventus.

Impact Folorunsho did a little bit of everything but didn't stand out in either phase in this one and was booked for the second time in the season. He has tallied five shots (two on target), four key passes, six crosses and eight tackles (four won). He didn't register a clearance for the first time in nine matches.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Posts four tackles in Genoa bout Folorunsho generated two crosses (one accurate), four tackles (one won) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Genoa.

Impact Folorunsho worked hard in the midfield, posting a new season high in tackles, and wasn't a big part of the offense, failing to take a shot after firing four in the previous two tilts. He's still searching for his first goal contribution. He has tallied four key passes, five crosses (one accurate), seven clearances and six tackles (two won) in the last four matches.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sulemana's stunning goal helps Atalanta keep up its impressive record at Juventus, Inter wins

Kamaldeen Sulemana scores a stunning goal as Atalanta draws 1-1 with Juventus in Turin on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs secondary assist against Lecce Folorunsho had two shots (zero on goal), two interceptions and one chance created and picked up a secondary assist in Friday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Folorunsho was active on both ends while manning the wings and contributed to Cagliari's first goal with a powerful run through the middle, springing Marco Palestra loose with a through ball, who then assisted Andrea Belotti. He has fired at least two shots in the first four contests, amassing nine (one accurate), with four crosses (zero accurate), two chances created and five tackles (two won).

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Belotti brace helps Cagliari down Lecce in Serie A

Andrea Belotti has scored in each half and Cagliari has come from behind to beat Lecce 2-1 in Serie A

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Serviceable versus Parma Folorunsho drew four fouls, won two of two tackles and recorded three shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win against Parma.

Impact Folorunsho paced his team in attempts, but he was always well wide of the mark and put together another nice two-way performance. His offensive impact will vary depending on the scheme and his role. He has registered seven shots (one on target), one key pass, four crosses (zero accurate) and five tackles (two won) in three fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Folorunsho had two off-target shots, created one chance and made three tackles during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Napoli.

Impact Folorunsho was one off his team's few players who tried something on the attacking end against his parent club but, still, his performance wasn't any close to impressive. The only good news for the midfielder is that he started in both matches played this season and this is an indicative of a much improved role compared to the ones he had in previous years.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Cagliari Folorunsho has transferred to Cagliari on loan with an option to buy from Napoli.

Impact Folorunsho will have an opportunity to be a regular after a season split between Napoli and Fiorentina, where he failed to do so. He posted five goals and one assist in 34 matches, adding 47 shots (14 on target), 18 key passes and 64 crosses (10 accurate) at Verona two years ago. He'll contribute to replacing Antoine Makoumbou and Razvan Marin and compete with Gianluca Gaetano and Alessandro Deiola.

JULY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Napoli Folorunsho won't stay at Fiorentina permanently, director Daniele Prade stated.

Impact Folorunsho got off to a good start after coming in January but saw limited minutes in the last couple of months, and Fiorentina won't pick up their option to buy. He might stay at Napoli, which will need more depth since they'll be back in the Champions League.

MAY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Udinese tilt Folorunsho won't play Sunday against Udinese due to a minor knee injury, FIorentina relayed.

Impact Folorunsho finishes his campaign one game in advance, having posted four shots (three on target), three key passes, 21 crosses (three accurate) and 19 tackles in 14 appearances (six starts) since switching sides in January. He's considered likely to be redeemed by Fiorentina even though he hasn't been a regular in the last couple of months.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Folorunsho cleared a one-game ban in Sunday's 3-2 win over Bologna.

Impact Folorunsho will be available against Udinese on Sunday but mostly appeared off the bench in the last couple of months, plus Fiorentina will have more men at their disposal. He has notched four shots (one on target), seven crosses (zero accurate), six tackles (two won) and one interception in his last five showings (one start).

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Teen scores twice on full debut as Cagliari beats Atalanta and moves clear of drop zone

Oristanio's late goal cancels stunning Folorunsho strike as Parma draw with Cagliari

Højlund's double sees Napoli beat Juventus and spoil Spalletti's return

Sulemana's stunning goal helps Atalanta keep up its impressive record at Juventus, Inter wins

Belotti brace helps Cagliari down Lecce in Serie A