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Cleared to return Gonzalez (thigh) "is back with the group, and he has worked very hard with our staff. We hope to give him some minutes against Verona, but we'll see. It's not certain," coach Thiag...

Impact Gonzalez will return after missing months due to a thigh problem and could be deployed off the bench if the game breaks in his favor. He appeared six times (five starts) before getting hurt, scoring and assisting once and adding four shots (one on target), six key passes and four inaccurate crosses. His presence will affect the game time of most Juventus attackers since he can play in multiple roles.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains on the mend Gonzalez (thigh) "won't return versus Bologna; we hope to have him back as soon as possible," coach Thiago Motta stated.

Impact Gonzalez hasn't been seen since early October and continues to practice on the side, so he's likely to skip more fixtures. Francisco Conceicao and Timothy Weah will be the options on the right wing.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Gonzalez (thigh) will be absent Sunday against Lecce, coach Thiago Motta announced.

Impact Gonzalez will sit out another despite some recent positive reports about his recovery. Francisco Conceicao and Kenan Yildiz will continue to be the top options on the wing.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Will stay on the mend Gonzalez (thigh) "won't be called up Saturday. He'll be out for as it takes him to be ready to be back with the squad," coach Thiago Motta announced.

Impact Gonzalez has been out since early October and hasn't been able to successfully ramp up during the break, even though he's reportedly not far away and might resurface versus Lecce next week.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out for derby with Torino Gonzalez (thigh) hasn't returned to full training and will miss Saturday's clash with Torino, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Gonzalez is reportedly close but will be given the break to heal completely, skipping international duties as well. He'll end up missing eight matches due to a thigh strain. Francisco Conceicao and Timothy Weah have manned the role in relief.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will continue to miss time Gonzalez (thigh) is out for the Udinese game and will be re-evaluated for the ensuing two before the break, coach Thiago Motta announced.

Impact Gonzalez has been on the mend for five weeks at this point. He reportedly has better chances to be versus Torino than against Tuesday midweek. Francisco Conceicao has taken over his position.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing moderate thigh problem Gonzalez sustained a low-grade rectus femoris strain in his right thigh, Juventus relayed.

Impact Gonzalez will miss the upcoming clash with Cagliari and might skip a game or two after the break based on how quickly he manages to recover. Francisco Conceicao will take over the position while he's out.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off against RB Leipzig Gonzalez was forced early in Wednesday's game versus RB Leipzig due to a thigh injury, Gianluca DI Marzio relayed.

Impact Gonzalez started favoring his right leg almost immediately and eventually bowed out after just 12 minutes without recording a stat. Francisco Conceiceo substituted for him and would start against Genoa on Saturday if he couldn't go or was limited.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in UCL opener Gonzalez scored a goal off two shots (one on target), made an assist and created three chances during Tuesday's 3-1 UCL win over PSV.

Impact Gonzalez had a man-of-the-match performance in first career UCL game, assisting Kenan Yildiz for Juventus' first goal, initiating the play that led to the second and then stepping into the opposition's box to make it 3-0 in the 52nd minute. Given the way he played here, it'll be hard envisioning the attacker being benched during the matches that matter the most, so he could have even better fantasy numbers in his first season with his new club.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in Empoli match Gonzalez drew three fouls and had one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Empoli.

Impact Gonzalez got the nod despite a late return and getting banged up with Argentina but didn't have a ton of juice and played just over an hour. He's off to a slow start since moving to Juventus after a subpar summer due to the impending transfer.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Returns on the pitch Gonzalez (ankle) started and scored in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier versus Colombia.

Impact Gonzalez left early in the previous game but was eventually able to overcome a knock and provide his contribution. With Francesco Conceicao and Timothy Weah currently hampered by thigh problems, he'll be a strong candidate to start versus Empoli despite a late return from international duties.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Gonzalez (ankle) trained individually and is questionable for Tuesday's World Cup qualifier against Columbia, according to manager Lionel Scaloni. "The team is fine, replenishing s...

Impact Gonzalez is already working towards a return after picking up his issues, with the attacker having trained, although it was away from the rest of the group. This is still solid news, as he has now been labeled as questionable for Tuesday's match. That said, even if he is fit, he will likely only see time off the bench. If he doesn't even play against Columbia, a return in Juventus' next match is very probable.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Gonzalez was forced off the field in the 51st minute of Thursday's 3-0 win against Chile due to an apparent injury, according to manager Lionel Scaloni, per Ryan Taylor of the Mirr...

Impact Gonzalez could be heading back to Jevuntus with injury concerns after the attacker was forced to quit early in Thursday's World Cup qualifier. A further assessment still has yet to be done, with Argentina planning to have him undergo testing Friday. That said, they will hope all is good and he can return to face Columbia, although there is a solid chance he doesn't return until back with Juventus.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Juventus move Gonzalez has formally joined Juventus on loan with an obligation to buy from Fiorentina.

Impact Gonzalez finalized his anticipated transfer, leaving Fiorentina after three productive seasons. He tallied 12 goals, two assists, 87 shots (35 on target) and 22 key passes in 29 games (21 starts) in the past campaign despite a pair of physical problems. He'll quickly become the top option on the right wing at the expense of TImothy Weah.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Set for medicals with Juventus Gonzalez will complete his move to Juventus in the next couple of days, Mediaset and multiple sources reported.

Impact Gonzalez won't be involved for the second round in a row due to the ongoing negotiation and transfer. Riccardo Sottil and Christian Kouame will keep benefitting from the situation.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Parma game Gonzalez hasn't been called up for Saturday's game versus Parma because he's in talks to leave the team, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Gonzalez returned late due to the Copa America and has been training lightly afterward due to the ongoing negotiation. Riccardo Sottil, Jonathan Ikone or Lucas Beltran will start next to Andrea Colpani as a no.10 in this one.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

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Finds target versus Atalanta Gonzalez scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one clearance in Sunday's 3-2 victory against Atalanta.

Impact Gonzalez bagged the second goal for his side with a surgical volley from the edge of the box on a cross from the left wing. He closed his season on a tear, scoring five of his 12 Serie A goals in the last five rounds. He has added 2 assists, 87 shots (24 on target) and 22 chances created in 29 appearances (21 starts), as he occasionally missed time due to injury or was managed since his team focused on the cups in the last couple of months.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in Cagliari game Gonzalez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Thursday's 3-2 victory over Cagliari.

Impact Gonzalez was used as a sub to rest ahead of the Europa Conference League final but still hit the net with a sneaky header on set pieces for his 11th goal this campaign. He has recorded four in his last four showings, adding 16 shots (10 on target), one key pass and three crosses (zero accurate).

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots versus Napoli Gonzalez recorded four shots (one on goal), two tackles (zero won) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 2-2 draw against Napoli.

Impact Gonzalez led the charge offensively but didn't break through due to lack of touch in the box. He might get load-managed next week. He has recorded three goals, 20 assists (10 on target), three key passes and 10 crosses (three accurate) in his last five appearances.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Monza Gonzalez scored one goal to go with six shots (five on target), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 victory over Monza.

Impact Gonzalez kept up his good form by leading his team in attempts and heading it home from close range to draw the match in the first half. He has hit the net in consecutive fixtures since he had a brace two weeks ago. He has logged 18 shots (10 on target), three key passes and 10 crosses (three accurate) in his last five showings.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Completely spared against Verona Gonzalez was unavailable against Verona for rest purposes and not because of an injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Gonzalez made the trip for the game but watched the game from the stands to be in better shape ahead of the return leg of the European Conference League semifinal against Club Brugge. He might be managed again versus Monza next Monday, but Fiorentina won't have another midweek match coming up afterward. He has scored twice, assisted once, and added 14 shots (five on target) and five chances created in his last five appearances.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace off bench Gonzalez scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 5-1 victory versus Sassuolo.

Impact Gonzalez replaced Jonathan Ikone at halftime Sunday and had a brilliant second half. He scored two goals, a header in the 58th minute assisted by Riccardo Sottil and a strike in the 66th minute assisted by Antonin Barak. It was his first time finding the back of the net since Feb. 11 as he took five shots for the sixth time this season.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Comes back in Coppa Italia Gonzalez (rest/ankle) played the whole game in Wednesday's cup game versus Atalanta.

Impact Gonzalez was mostly rested in the previous round ahead of the return leg of the semifinal. He should be available but might be managed again versus Sassuolo on Sunday as Fiorentina don't have much at stake in Serie A, with Jonathan Ikone replacing him in the XI. He has assisted once and posted 13 shots (four on target), six chances created and 14 crosses (four accurate) in his last five showings.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Rested versus Salernitana Gonzalez hasn't been called up for Sunday's game against Salernitana, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Gonzalez will be spared altogether as he's not 100 percent, and Fiorentina have decided to focus more on the cups. Jonathan Ikone generally starts when he's not in the XI.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

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