MOHAMMED SALISU NEWS

Five tackles in loss Salisu made five tackles (three won), four clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Marseille.

Impact Salisu made his second consecutive start in Ligue 1 and delivered an active defensive performance against Marseille's fast-paced attack. He recorded five tackles, bringing his total to 19 in seven Ligue 1 matches. He also added four clearances, reaching 30 for the season and averaging 4.3 clearances per match.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for Saturday Salisu (hamstring) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Strasbourg.

Impact Salisu was deemed healthy enough to return to training earlier this week, and the center-back could have a shot at returning to action just before the break. The defender has missed around a month with the hamstring issue.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Salisu (hamstring) is in training ahead of Saturday's trip to Strasbourg, according to manager Adi Hutter.

Impact Salisu got back in training ahead of Saturday's match, and could be an option. The defender has missed around a month with the hamstring issue, and has been slowly ramping up his training. It's not clear if he's fit enough for a large role Saturday, or if he needs the international break to rebuild fitness.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Set for weeks out Salisu (hamstring) will miss multiple weeks, according to La Diagonale.

Impact Salisu picked up a hamstring injury with Ghana and is now set for multiple weeks on the sideline. The defender could be out until after the Novemeber international break, though his injury is still reportedly being assessed. Thilo Kehrer should see more chances in the coming weeks.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw vs. Dinamo Zagreb Salisu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Dinamo Zagreb. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 22nd minute while racking up...

Impact Ivan Nevistic clashed with a teammate and fell inside the box when rushing out for a corner, allowing Salisu to score from close range with a header. Salisu should earn most of his value via defensive stats, but the center-back is expected to be a menace in set-piece situations going forward due to his height.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Salisu completes Monaco move Mohammed Salisu has completed his move from Southampton to Monaco. The 24-year-old has signed a five-year deal with the Ligue 1 side after a...

AUGUST 1, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Monaco agree deal with Southampton for Salisu Monaco have agreed a deal with Southampton for the signing of defender Mohammed Salisu. Personal terms are in place and a medical is expecte...

JULY 29, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fails to return from injury Salisu missed the final two months of the season with a pelvis injury that he suffered in March.

Impact Salisu was a regular on the back line until injuries prevented him from playing. Originally a minor hip issue, he went out on international duty in March and likely made it worse, having not returned since. When healthy, he started almost every match for Southampton the last two seasons, including 21 starts in the most recent campaign.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recovery not progressing Salisu (pelvis) has not been making progress in his recovery and may need additional time to recover. Manager Rubern Selles told reporters, "It's time that he needs to improve from...

Impact Salisu hasn't appeared in the starting XI for the club since Feb. 11 against Wolverhampton and looks no closer to getting back onto the pitch. At this point, the defender should probably be considered out indefinitely for the time being and may be in danger of missing the remainder of the campaign.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Salisu (pelvic bone) will miss Friday's trip to Arsenal, according to manager Ruben Selles.

Impact Salisu has been out since before the international break and it's another slim update from Selles. Salisu could be out the rest of the season or return next week, it's hard to say given the minimal updates on his injury. Armel Bella-Kotchap and Jan Bednarek have started the last couple matches at center-back due to other injuries in the side.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Saturday Salisu (undisclosed) has been ruled out versus Crystal Palace on Saturday. Manager Ruben Selles told reporters, "Salisu neither is coming back."

Impact Prior to his absence, Salisu was an unused substitute in three of his previous four appearances, so his place in the starting XI should be considered questionable at best even once cleared to return. Still, Salisu has started 21 of his 22 appearances for the club and should at least be in contention to get onto the pitch once back to 100 percent.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Salisu (undisclosed) has not been training this week and will not be available for Saturday's clash with Manchester City, according to manager Ruben Selles.

Impact Salisu has been downgraded to an unused sub since Feb 18, and it does not help that an undisclosed injury is keeping the defender out for selection. Prior, he had made 17 starts from Oct 8 to Feb 11, but was then replaced by Jan Bednarek.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out as expected Salisu is not in the match day squad to face West Ham on Sunday.

Impact Salisu misses out as expected as he continues to recover from an undisclosed issue. Duje Caleta-Car pairs Jan Bednarek in the center of Southampton's back four in Salisu's absence.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful versus West Ham Salisu (undisclosed) is in doubt against West Ham United on Sunday. Manager Ruben Selles told reporters, "With Sali and Che, they came back from the national team with some issues...

Impact Without the injury concerns, Salisu would have been the heavy favorite to break into the starting XI due to Armel Bella-Kotchap's (shoulder) absence. If Salisu can't go, the team will have to delve into the depths of its defense at central defense, possibly inserting Lycano into the starting XI.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Ghana camp early Salisu returned to Southampton early after picking up an injury with Ghana over the international break.

Impact There's not a ton of information on the injury from the Ghana side and Salisu wasn't even in the squad for their first match against Angola last week. This will definitely be worth monitoring in the coming days, as the Saints are dealing with numerous back-line injuries and Salisu played 82 minutes off the bench just before the break.

MARCH 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Salisu returned to the bench but went unused during Saturday's 1-0 win over Leicester.

Impact Salisu returned from a knock and made his way onto the bench, though he wasn't called into action. Salisu remaining on the bench is a good indicator he likely isn't fully fit, as when healthy he is a consistent part of the starting XI.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for weekend Salisu (undisclosed) should be available for Saturday's clash against Leicester City, according to Southampton manager Ruben Selles on Friday.

Impact Selles explained Friday that Salisu "had some problems" and was not at 100 percent in recent weeks which led to him being unavailable for Southampton's last two Premier League games, but he is fit now and will aim to take back his starting spot alongside Armel Bella-Kotchap in central defense from Jan Bednarek.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed as out Salisu is not in the match day squad to face Leeds on Saturday.

Impact Salisu misses out on Saturday's match as he continues to recover from an undisclosed injury. The defender had a chance to play Saturday so he could be back as soon as next week against Leicester.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game time decision for weekend Salisu (undisclosed) has returned to training with Southampton and "has the option to play" in Saturday's clash against Leeds United, manager Ruben Selles announced Friday.

Impact Salisu missed last weekend's upset win over Chelsea due to an injury, but he will be questionable to return to the XI on Saturday. Jan Bednarek could continue in central defense if Salisu isn't quite fit enough to start against Leeds.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in 1-0 defeat Salisu had two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Aston Villa.

Impact Salisu also racked up four aerials won, five interceptions and seven clearances in a great defensive effort. Despite that though Saints have held up merely one clean sheet all season which is certainly limiting the defender in some fantasy formats.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts cup win Salisu started Tuesday's 2-1 Carabao Cup win over Lincoln City.

Impact Salisu is back with Southampton after returning from the World Cup. The defender will be the first name on the team sheet in defense heading into the second half of the campaign as Southampton look to climb out of the relegation zone.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Salisu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 win versus South Korea.

Impact Currently, Salisu is a part of Ghana's 2022 World Cup team. He scored during open play a few seconds after the country attempted its first of multiple free kicks Monday. The goal redeemed his inconsistent output on defense, as Salisu was one of two central defenders responsible for failing to prevent two goals scored by Cho Gue-Sung.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ghana coach slams ref after Ronaldo's record World Cup goal

Ghana coach Atto Oddo has criticized the American referee who awarded the penalty that resulted in Cristiano Ronaldo’s record goal at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS