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Out versus Monza Nandez (thigh) could be back next week, coach Claudio Ranieri announced.

Impact Nandez needs more time to shake off a thigh strain and will sit out his third game in a row. Gabriele Zappa and Jakub Jankto will continue to benefit from his absence.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Nandez suffered a flexor strain against Frosinone, Cagliari announced.

Impact Nandez will miss the next two matches and will look to recuperate during the break. Gabriele Zappa will resume starting at right back, while his absence will open up midfield also for Alessandro Deiola, Jakub Jankto, and Ibrahima Sulemana in the midfield.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Frosinone game Nandez had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's game versus Frosinone before suffering a thigh injury, Gianluca Di Marzio report...

Impact Nandez started as a right-back for the second game in a row but still attacked at will. However, he pulled up during sprint and was in great pain while subbing off. He was replaced by Gabriele Zappa, who was manning the position before he started playing there.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets penalty against Roma Nandez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 4-1 defeat against Roma.

Impact Nandez won a penalty in the 86th minute and converted it in the 87th minute to make the score 1-4. He captained his team and also made a tackle. He has played in all eight games this season and has two goal involvements in the last three games.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener against Milan Nandez assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Nandez assisted Zito Luvumbo in the 29th minute. He also contributed defensively with two tackles and one interception. He has started five of the six games this season and this was his first goal involvement of the season. He has taken a total of six shots and created seven chances.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Imprecise in Atalanta contest Nandez registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate), one block, and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Nandez paced his team in deliveries but had very poor touch and didn't do much in other categories. He has recorded five shots (two on target), three chances created, 20 crosses (two accurate), and one tackle through five appearances. Cagliari will host Milan Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in nine crosses Nandez generated two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Monday's 2-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Nandez had one of the best performances out of any Cagliari on Monday, registering two shots, nine crosses, and a chance created in his 90 minutes of play. The attacker wasn't a game changer against Inter but did well to at least add some type of attack into Cagliari performance. He has been with the club since 2019, remaining a normal starter over this spell and should continue in that role this season.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Torino Nandez had one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 0-0 draw against Torino.

Impact Nandez didn't rack up stats but came close to scoring with a gorgeous shot from the right-hand side of the box, but Vanja Milinkovic-Savic tipped it away. He failed to score in Serie B last season, while he bagged four goals in his two previous Serie A campaigns combined. Cagliari will host Inter Monday.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in goalless draw Nandez had three shots off target and one shot blocked in Cagliari's 0-0 draw with Venezia on Sunday.

Impact The performance of the Uruguayan midfielder has likely been influenced by his many injuries this season. His last assist was back in November. He has made 21 appearances (16 starts), 40 tackles, 8 interceptions, two assists and scored no goals.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers three crosses against Venezia Nandez (quad) took one off-target shot, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and won one tackle in 34 minutes in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Nandez saw robust playing given the circumstances and might be able to log more minutes in Sunday's away game versus Venezia. He has registered two assists, 16 shots (two on target), 18 chances and 50 crosses (12 accurate) in 20 seasonal appearances (15 starts).

MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Inter game Nandez (quad) has been named in Cagliari's squad list to face Inter Sunday.

Impact Nandez has progressed enough to be an option for this one despite hardly practicing in full fashion this week. He might make a cameo in the second half if needed. He has posted five crosses (one accurate) and five tackles (two won) in his most recent three appearances.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely for Inter clash Nandez (quad) remained limited in practice in the lead-up of Sunday's match versus Inter, Cagliari announced.

Impact Nandez has only slim chances to make the bench if he shows further improvements in the time remaining before the game since he has yet to resume training fully.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Salernitana game Nandez has not been called up for Sunday's match against Salernitana due to a quad problem, Cagliari announced.

Impact Nandez has been slowed down by some soreness in the area during the week and will be unavailable for this one. He had yet to recapture a significant role after returning from a major knee injury.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles off bench against Verona Nandez made four tackles after coming off the bench in a 2-1 defeat to Verona on Saturday.

Impact Nandez had a decent outing for the hosts. The 26-year-old came as a substitute in the 46th minute and his most notable contribution was completing four tackles in five attempts. Other than that, Nandez also won an aerial duel.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late against Genoa Nandez (knee) won one tackle and had three touches in eight minutes in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Genoa.

Impact Nandez saw limited action in his return after a lengthy rehab from a knee sprain. His minutes are set to go up down the stretch, likely impacting Alessandro Deiola and Alberto Grassi. He has logged two assists, 15 shots (two on target), 185 chances and 46 crosses (11 accurate) in 18 games (15 starts). Cagliari will host Verona Saturday.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Genoa match Nandez (knee) trained with no limitations Saturday and should be available for Sunday's game against Genoa, Cagliari assistant Claudio Bellucci informed.

Impact Nandez has played just one since late December due to two separate knee injuries. He is poised to be eased into action but he will easily recapture a starting job once he will be ready for a full game. He has posted two assists, 15 shots (two on target), 46 crosses (11 accurate) and 18 chances in 17 appearances.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Re-injures knee Nandez sustained a MCL tear in the right knee in a collision in practice, Cagliari announced.

Impact Nandez was nearing a return following a problem in the same joint, and he is back on the mend for an extended period of time. The team did not disclose whether he requires surgery. He is not a lock to return before the end of the season considering the two consecutive injuries. Raoul Bellanova, Dalbert and Alessandro Deiola have been the main beneficiaries of his absence.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more time Nandez (knee) will remain on the mend for Monday's game versus Napoli, Cagliari announced.

Impact Nandez will sit out the fourth game in a row, leading to more playing time for Alessandro Deiola, Daniele Baselli and Charalampos Lykogiannis. His agent disclosed earlier in the week that he is nursing a MCL sprain and not just a bruise as previously thought, so he might be forced to skip more matches.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for Empoli match Nandez (knee) has not returned to full training and will remain sidelined for Sunday's game versus Empoli, Cagliari announced.

Impact Nandez will skip the third game in a row due to a bruised knee. With Alessandro Deiola suspended, Dalbert and Daniele Baselli are the main candidates to replace him in the midfield this week.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Atalanta game Nandez is still nursing a knee contusion and will remain out for Sunday's away match against Atalanta, coach Walter Mazzarri announced.

Impact Nandez will stay sidelined through the break because of a bruised knee. Alessandro Deiola or newcomer Daniele Baselli will fill in for him in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Fiorentina game Nandez (thigh) was not named in Cagliari's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Nandez will miss this one due to a lower leg contusion. Cagliari have recovered some pieces, especially Raoul Bellanova and Alberto Grassi, compared to the previous game. Youngster Riccardo Ladinetti and Christos Kourfalidis are also options in the midfield.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Fiorentina match Nandez was limited in practice Saturday due to a knock on the right leg, Cagliari informed.

Impact Nandez will be further assessed on game-day to see whether he could play through the minor issue. He would likely start if cleared considering Cagliari's numerous absences. He has logged two assists, 18 chances, 46 crosses and 32 tackles in 17 appearances.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on against Roma Nandez played the final 20 minutes of Sunday's match against Roma, creating a chance in the 1-0 defeat.

Impact Nandez made his first appearance since mid-December Sunday after missing three Serie A games due to a thigh injury and then COVID-19. He will hope to be fit enough to start next weekend against eighth-placed Fiorentina.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off COVID-19 Nandez cleared the protocol Tuesday, Cagliari announced.

Impact Nandez will return to practice Wednesday and will most likely reclaim the starting job over Alessandro Deiola in Sunday's road game versus Roma. It does not appear that his legal trouble will affect his status in the short term. He has provided an assist and logged nine shots, six chances, 21 crosses and five clearances in the last five appearances.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Nandez is isolating as he has contracted Coronavirus, Cagliari announced, moreover he is wanted by the Uruguayan police over domestic violence charges, La Gazzetta dello Sport repo...

Impact Nandez will have to quarantine until he shakes off the virus, plus the off-the-field issue might affect him over the next few months. He is highly in doubt for January 6th's game versus Sampdoria. He missed the previous match due to a thigh problem, and Alberto Grassi and Alessandro Deiola both started in the midfield.

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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