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Assists on late goal in debut Zortea assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Cagliari. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact This marked Zortea's debut game with Frosinone, after he appeared in five matches for Atalanta earlier this season. Zortea did not have much to say in the first half, but he eventually set up teammate Kaio Jorge for a shot from close range, which found the back of the goal in the sixth minute of second half injury time. Zortea's two chances created in the match already stand as a season high, as things are already looking bright with his new squad.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Frosinone Zortea has transferred to Frosinone on a season-long loan from Atalanta, the teams confirmed.

Impact Zortea was the third or fourth option in his role at Atalanta and has featured just six times this season. He could get minutes right away considering Riccardo Marchizza's (thigh), Anthony Oyono's (ankle), and Ilario Monterisi's (ankle) injuries. He has logged one goal, three chances created, and 12 crosses (four accurate) so far.

JANUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses versus Frosinone Zortea won one of two tackles and had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 1-2 defeat against Frosinone.

Impact Zortea didn't score like in the opener but provided a spark off the bench for the second game in a row. He's poised for a somewhat regular role if Atalanta don't sign more wingbacks. He has notched six crosses (three accurate), two tackles, two shots (one on target), and one key pass through two fixtures.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores stoppage-time goal Zortea scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Sassuolo.

Impact Zortea was a constant threat on the right side of the field, and he was rewarded late in the second half with a strike from outside of the box that sneaked into an impossible angle for Andrea Consigli. Zortea is not expected to be a regular name in the scoresheet, but he certainly turned a few heads with his performance Sunday.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heading back to Atalanta Zortea didn't play in Round 38's 1-3 loss to Atalanta and wasn't redeemed by Sassuolo.

Impact Zortea started four matches in a row in January as Jeremy Toljan and Mert Muldur were both hurt but was a backup afterward. He'll probably be on the move again to seek a consistent role in the summer. He recorded one assist, ten chances created, 43 crosses, and 25 tackles in 19 appearances (eight starts).

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Sampdoria match Zortea assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate), and two key passes in Friday's 2-2 draw against Sampdoria.

Impact Zortea returned to the XI after a while, led his team in deliveries, and fed Matheus Henrique with a pinpoint cross ahead of the second goal for his side. He might start over Jeremy Toljan again in the season finale versus Fiorentina. He has recorded two key passes, 13 crosses (two accurate), three tackles (one won), and three clearances in his last five appearances.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban Zortea completed a one-game disqualification in Monday's 1-1 tie with Bologna.

Impact Zortea will be available versus Inter, but he has started just once and played twice in the previous eight matches, as Jeremy Toljan has seen the lion's share of minutes at the position after shaking off an injury.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Bologna game Zortea sent in three crosses (zero accurate), had one block and one tackle (zero won), and was booked for the fifth time in Wednesday's 0-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Zortea returned to the XI as Jeremy Toljan got a breather and had an okay showing on both ends, but he will have to sit the next game due to yellow-card accumulation. He had seen just 12 minutes in the previous five games.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in seven crosses versus Cremonese Zortea had one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate), seven clearances, and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 win over Cremonese.

Impact Zortea was very energetic and productive on both ends and ended up leading his team in deliveries. He'll face competition from the returning Jeremy Toljan going forward, but he's been serviceable since joining. He has tallied five key passes, 20 crosses (four accurate), 12 tackels, and 13 clearances in five games.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles Zortea recorded three crosses (zero accurate) and four tackles won in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Zortea attempted and won four tackles during Sassuolo's latest game. He finished February having won eight tackles, cleared six balls and intercepted thrice across his four appearances this month. A solid presence during March, Zortea will look to continue the momentum during Sassuolo's first game this month against Cremonese on the 6th.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent versus Napoli Zortea won six duels and one of five tackles and had three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 0-2 loss to Napoli.

Impact Zortea often struggled to contain his direct opponent, but he put up numbers in almost every category. He has taken over the position immediately after joining since Jeremy Toljan and Mert Muldur were tending to injuries. He has posted three shots (one on target), four chances created, ten crosses (two accurate), and eight tackles (three won) in the last three games.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Zortea recorded two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Atalanta. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Zortea had plenty going for him during Saturday's win, piling on volume going forward. The midfielder made the most of his debut against his old club, and came so close to getting on the scoresheet. Zortea could see an immediate role in the starting XI with performances such as this.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Sassuolo Zortea has transferred to Sassuolo on loan with option to buy from Atalanta, the team announced.

Impact Zortea has made just nine appearances (one start) so far, tallying four shots (three on target), three chances created, ten crosses (one accurate), and one tackle. He could get playing time right away if Jeremy Toljan missed more times after being a late scratch for the past game.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Salernitana Zortea scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 8-2 victory versus Salernitana.

Impact Zortea made a rare appearance as the game had long been decided, and he fully exploited with a rather technical finish in the box after gliding between two opponents. He has to compete for minutes with Hans Hateboer and Davide Zappacosta, who just picked up another muscular injury. He has recorded four shots (three on target), three chances, ten crosses (one accurate), and ten tackles in nine matches (one start).

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well versus Lecce Zortea won 13 duels and three of five tackles and had three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created on Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Lecce.

Impact Zortea contributed across the board in a rare start during the midweek round, as the coach fielded an experimental XI. He'll try to use the display to garner minutes over Hans Hateboer, Joakim Maehle, and Brandon Soppy, who usually start on the flanks. He has appeared eight times so far, posting two shots on target, three chances created, nine crosses (one accurate), and ten tackles.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off ailment Zortea (hip) returned to full practice Friday, Atalanta announced.

Impact Zortea missed about a week due to a small hip muscular injury and will be back into the squad list for the Fiorentina game. He's been a reserve on both flanks thus far, tallying two shots on target, six inaccurate crosses, and four tackles in five appearances off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Roma game Zortea will miss Sunday's match versus Roma due to a hip injury, coach Gian Piero Gasperini informed.

Impact Zortea picked up a physical problem in practice and will have to sit out at least one game while he gets fully evaluated. Atalanta will be a little thin on the flanks without him and Davide Zappacosta (thigh), but the two starters are available.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Atalanta Zortea was not bought out by Salernitana by the deadline, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Zortea is unlikely to stay in Bergamo and will seek a new destination after featuring in 29 matches, tallying one goal and two assists, in his first Serie A season.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances against Udinese Zortea sent in seven crosses (three accurate), had one clearance, created three scoring chances and drew one foul in 45 minutes in last Sunday's 0-4 loss to Udinese.

Impact Zortea brought some energy off the bench but it was not enough to turn the tide. He gained momentum down the stretch after being mostly a bench player. He recorded one goal, two assists, 16 chances and 85 crosses (23 accurate) in 29 appearances (13 starts).

JUNE 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy off the bench against Empoli Zortea took one shot on target), sent in seven crosses (two accurate), created one scoring chance and won one tackle in 28 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Empoli.

Impact Zortea provided a decent spark off the bench to try to help his team come back in the game. With Luca Ranieri (calf) unlikely to return, he will compete with Matteo Ruggeri and Joel Obi to start in the final game. He has posted four chances, 12 crosses (five accurate), four tackles (three won) and nine clearances in the last five appearances. Salernitana will host Udinese in the season finale next week.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins five tackles versus Udinese Zortea sent in three crosses (zero accurate), won five of six tackles and ten duels and had three successful take-ons in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Zorte filled in for the suspended Pasquale Mazzocchi and provided an energetic display, although he lacked some touch on offense. He has drawn the start in three of the last five matches, logging three shots (zero on target), three chances, 16 crosses (two accurate) and eight tackles (six won), but he saw limited minutes in the most recent two before this one. Salernitana will host Fiorentina Sunday.

APRIL 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in eight crosses against Juventus Zortea took three shots (zero on target), sent in eight crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance and won one tackle in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Zortea started for the first time in nearly two months as the coach picked up his over Grigoris Kastanos on the right flank. He went on to lead his team in shots and crosses, but he was also highly imprecise. He has likely performed well enough recently to earn more consistent playing time. He has logged one goal, one assist, six shots and 15 crosses in the last four appearances. Salernitana will face Torino at home after the break.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Zortea assisted one goal from his only chance created, took two off-target shots, sent in seven crosses (four accurate), made one tackle (zero won) and one interception in Saturday...

Impact Zorte subbed on during halftime and assisted Milan Djuric's equalizer in the 81st minute. He also led his side in crosses despite the limited time in the field. The midfielder now has two assists in the season, and will look to get the nod at Juventus on Sunday.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off COVID-19 Zortea has tested negative for Coronavirus, Salernitana informed.

Impact Zortea missed the last two matches due to COVID-19. He will have to compete with newcomer Pasquale Mazzocchi from here on out. He has logged one assist, 17 clearances, five chances and 40 crosses in 16 appearances (eight starts). Salernitana will host Spezia on February 7th.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE