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Assists and sees red in Inter clash Gonzalez took four shots (three on target), sent in two crosses (two accurate), picked up an assist and was booked twice in Wednesday's 1-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Gonzalez paced his team in shots and had a great performance in the first half, as he set up Riccardo Sottil with a square ball after escaping in the second half. However, he protested too vehemently after getting a yellow card and was kicked out at the 78th minute. He will be suspended for at least Sunday's game versus Udinese and potentially more depending on what he said to the referee. Jose Callejon or Riccardo Saponara will replace him in the next game.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stays in starting XI Gonzalez (thigh) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Inter.

Impact Despite dealing with some fatigue over the weekend, Gonzalez makes the starting XI again Tuesday. On a short week, it's unlikely he'll be pushed a full 90 and after going just 45 minutes last match, it'll be hard to trust his playing time against Inter.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Inter clash Gonzalez (thigh) has been named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Inter Tuesday.

Impact Gonzalez subbed off in the previous game due to muscle fatigue, but the situation is not severe enough to rule him out in advance. The coach stated that he will make a late call on whether or not fielding him in this one. Riccardo Sottil or Riccardo Saponara would make the XI if Gonzalez did not.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Genoa Gonzalez took three shots (zero on target), created one scoring chance and drew three fouls in Saturday's 2-1 win over Genoa and bowed out at at half time.

Impact Gonzalez surprisingly did not emerge from the locker room following a solid first half. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, he experienced some discomfort in his thigh and the coaching staff played it safe. He will be re-evaluated before Tuesday's match against Inter. His replacement Riccardo Saponara scored in this one.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes sub appearance versus Atalanta Gonzalez had one interception and won one duel in 14 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Gonzalez was barely used in this one due to a late return from international duties. He will reprise his usual role in Saturday's home game versus Genoa. He has scored once ad added two chances and six crosses in the first three matches.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Gonzalez scored once on two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Torino.

Impact Gonzalez scored once during Saturday's win, opening his account for the season. Gonzalez netted six times last season but seems to be in more of a leading role in Fiorentina. Next up is a Sunday trip to Atalanta after the international break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draws six fouls against Roma Gonzalez sent in two crosses (zero accurate), had one successful take-ons, drew six fouls and won nine duels in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Roma.

Impact Gonzalez more than held his own from the physical standpoint, but that did not lead to a great output in the key categories. He will look for a better performance in next Saturday's home game against Torino.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Fiorentina Gonzalez transferred to Fiorentina from Stuttgart on Wednesday. He's committed to a five-year contract with the Italian club.

Impact Gonzalez scored six times in just 15 appearances as injuries limited his chances during Stuttgart's return to the first division. However, he still managed to pass his medical and exact both a sizable transfer fee and contract for his services after scoring 22 goals over the last three seasons and earning a call-up to Argentina's team for Copa America in the summer of 2021. Since Franck Ribery has had his own availability issues, the hope is that Gonzalez can fill the gap in both production and regular starts over the coming seasons for La Viola.

JUNE 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In action for Argentina Gonzalez (thigh) featured in the starting XI for Argentina in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Columbia.

Impact Gonzalez made just one substitute appearance for VfB Stuttgart in the club's last 14 contests due to multiple thigh problems. The forward's return to the pitch on the international stage should clear the way for him to be fully fit heading into the 2021-22 Bundesliga campaign.

JUNE 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Excluded fans' joy as Union holds Bayern; Dortmund loses 5-1

Union Berlin fans made their presence felt despite being outside the stadium as their team held Bundesliga leader Bayern Munich 1-1

DECEMBER 12, 2020 • Associated Press