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Ways away from returning Collocolo (groin) is likely to complete his recovery only in January, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Collocolo needed surgery to address a severe thigh injury and could sit out the rest of the year, skipping six or seven more fixtures. Martin Payero has filled in for him for the most part. Alberto Grassi (undisclosed) should be back after the break, replenishing the midfield.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Undegoes surgery Collocolo went under the knife to address his left thigh injury, Cremonese announced.

Impact Collocolo suffered some ligament damage in addition to straining a muscle and opted for the surgical route to make a full recovery. He's expected to spend at least a couple of months on the mend. Alberto Grassi and Martin Payero will absorb his minutes.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with lesion Collocolo suffered a rectus strain against Parma, Cremonese relayed.

Impact Collocolo won't be available versus Como and Inter and could get healthy during the mid-October stoppage. Alberto Grassi and Martin Payero (thigh) will take his place in the midfield in the next couple of rounds.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early in Parma match Collocolo exited Sunday's game versus Parma at the 14th minute due to a potential thigh issue, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Collocolo pulled up clutching his thigh during a sprint and couldn't continue after getting some treatment. Alberto Grassi was the only pure midfielder available off the bench and filled in, with Warren Bondo moving to the box-to-box position. Martin Payero (thigh) and Jeremy Sarmiento (thigh) could be options next week.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Cremonese promoted to Serie A following 3-2 playoff win over Spezia

Cremonese has become the third and final team to be promoted to Serie A following a 3-2 playoff win at Spezia

JUNE 1 • Associated Press