PIOTR ZIELINSKI NEWS

Plays ten minutes versus Roma Zielinski (calf) had nine touches and one shot (zero on target) and committed one foul in 10 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Zielinski returned from a lengthy absence but only received a handful of minutes and didn't influence his team's final push. He'll compete with Davide Frattesi and Krstjan Asllani for backup minutes behind the three starters in the midfield from here on out.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Sunday Zielinski (calf) is available as a substitute during Sunday's match against Roma.

Impact Zielinski returns as expected after being out of action since March 8th. The midfielder has made just one start since February, but is available from the bench if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

On track to return versus Roma Zielinski (calf) reprised working with the rest of the group Friday and is set to be available Sunday against Roma, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Zielinski has been missing since early March due to a severe calf strain. He was generally the top deputy in the midfield before going down, starting just once in his past six displays, although generally getting decent minutes off the bench. He has assisted once and posted five shots (two on target), five chances created, four crosses (three accurate) and four corners during such a stretch.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski could be out for weeks with calf injury

Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski could be out for a few weeks with a calf strain

MARCH 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sidelined long-term Zielinski has been diagnosed with a strain in the medial gastrocnemius muscle of his right leg, Inter announced.

Impact Zielinski is expected to miss six to eight weeks because the injury is significant, Sky reported. Davide Frattesi and Kristjan Asllani will absorb his minutes behind the three starters in the midfield.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off immediately against Monza Zielinski bowed out shortly after entering Saturday's game versus Monza due to a calf injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Zielinski played only a handful of minutes as he got hurt while chasing after an opponent and couldn't continue. He's set for some tests. He came in to replace the starter Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in win Zielinski recorded one assist, two shots (one on target) and one tackle (one successful) in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Feyenoord.

Impact Zielinski bagged a nice assist to Lautaro Martinez in Wednesday's Champions League match. The assist came from a simple dump-off pass after his own shot was blocked by a Feyenoord defender. It was his first goal contribution of the tournament and his first in five games across all competitions. It has been a quiet year points-wise thus far for the 30-year-old midfielder, with only two goals and three assists.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Monday Zielinski generated two shots (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Monday's 2-1 victory versus Fiorentina.

Impact Zielinski replaced Hakan Calhanoglu at halftime, created four chances and made an interception. Zielinski has featured in 18 games, appearing as a substitute in 12 of those.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist Zielinski assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Zielinski saw a solid outing from his central midfielder spot Sunday, bagging an assist in the 39th minute off of a Laturo Martinez goal. This was his first goal contribution in six appearances, with it being his fourth in 16 league appearances. He also added one tackle, two interceptions and two clearances on the defensive side of the field.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Workmanlike in Bologna mach Zielinski had two crosses (zero accurate), four clearances and two corners in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Bologna.

Impact Zielinski filled in for Henrikh Mkhitaryan for the second consecutive game but was less productive than in the previous match. His teammate shouldn't be out for long. He has assisted once and totaled two chances created, five crosses (zero accurate), four corners and five tackles (two won) in the last five rounds.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist versus Como Zielinski assisted once to go with one tackle (zero won) and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 win against Como.

Impact Zielinski was subbed in late and fed Marcus Thuram on the right-hand side of the box before a slick move and finish by his teammate. It's his first helper of the season. He has notched four shots (one on target), four key passes and two crosses (one accurate) in his last five appearances (two starts).

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drills two PKs versus Juventus Zielinski scored two goals to go with two shots (two on target), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 4-4 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Zielinski filled in for Hakan Calhanoglu and took over the teammate's duties also from the spot, converting two attempts with great aplomb. He might be confirmed in the role even though Kristjan Asllani is more natural in it. He hadn't scored prior to this game while having a secondary role. He has logged eight shots (three on target), three chances created and six crosses (two accurate) in his last four showings (two starts).

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Young Boys Zielinski (thigh) had two off-target shots, one key pass and one inaccurate cross in 29 minutes in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Young Boys.

Impact Zielinski played half an hour in his return from a small injury and tried to help the offense. If Kristjan Asllani (knee) doesn't return, he'll compete with Davide Frattesi to play versus Juventus since Hakan Calhanoglu (knee) is expected to stay on the mend. He has started once in his last five appearances, tallying six shots (one on target), two key passes and three crosses (one accurate).

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Zielinski (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash with Young Boys.

Impact Zielinski returns to the bench, as expected after coming back from a thigh issue. The midfielder was expected return, but it's still good that he overcame the late fitness tests with no issues. Zielinski ended up missing just a single match with his thigh issue.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back against Young Boys Zielinski (thigh) "has looked good in training Tuesday, but we'll need to see how he feels on game day," coach Simone Inzaghi announced.

Impact Zielinski practiced almost fully on the eve of the match and is likely to make at least the bench, missing just one tilt. Inter are undermanned in the midfield without Hakan Calhanoglu (thigh) and Kristjan Asllani (knee). He has tallied seven shots (one on target), five key passes and nine crosses (two accurate) in his last six appearances (two starts).

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for a little while Zielinski is day-to-day due to a right thigh pull, Inter announced.

Impact Zielinski will be out for at least a couple of matches and potentially more considering the thick schedule. He has started just twice in the last five fixtures. Inter will welcome back Nicolo Barella (thigh) in the midfield and will count on Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Davide Frattesi as well.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out in Poland game Zielinski left Tuesday's match versus Croatia "due to a slight thigh injury. We didn't want to risk him, and we took him out," coach Michal Probierz told Tvp Sport.

Impact Zielinski later added that he felt some discomfort and that he hoped it was nothing serious. He's headed for some tests upon returning to Italy. He has played second fiddle to Henrikh Mkhitaryan in the early going.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 13, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Will be option versus Lecce Zielinski (thigh) trained fully Wednesday, Mediaset reported.

Impact Zielinski is poised to be available for the second round as previously anticipated by the coach. He'll likely deputize Henrikh Mkhitaryan at first and start seeing more minutes once the Champions League and the rotation begin.

AUGUST 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Genoa tilt Zielinski (thigh) "won't be an option versus Genoa because we decided to give him some extra days to recover, but he'll return against Lecce next week," coach Simone Inzaghi relaye...

Impact Zielinski will sit out the opener due to a minor thigh injury, but the situation isn't particularly worrisome. Inter will likely roll with the same midfield as last season initially, with Davide Frattesi and Kristjan Asllani providing depth.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up minor problem Zielinski sustained a left rectus femoris injury, Inter reported.

Impact Zielinski got hurt in training and will be a close call for the opener versus Monza on August 17. Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Davide Frattesi operate in the same role.

AUGUST 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Agrees to Inter move Zielinski has penned a four-year contract with Inter after departing Napoli as a free agent, the team announced.

Impact Zielinski fell out of favor a little at the end of last season as his exit was approaching and had a down year overall, tallying four goals, three assists, 64 key passes and 127 crosses (33 accurate) in 37 appearances. He'll compete primarily with Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Davide Frattesi at his new club.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates multiple chances Zielinski created two chances during Poland's 1-1 draw Tuesday against France.

Impact Zielinski and Kacper Urbanski were Poland's only players to create multiple chances against France, whose team conceded only one goal during Euro 2024's group stage. The former will finish it with six chances created, six corners and five accurate crosses.

JUNE 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Zielinski (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup to face Austria on Friday.

Impact Zielinski was tabbed as day-to-day with the injury, but the talented midfielder will be fit to lead Poland in this match in the absence of Robert Lewandowski (thigh), who will be available off the bench. Zielinski assisted the team's lone goal in the 2-1 loss to the Netherlands in the group-stage opener.

JUNE 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE