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First goal contribution of season Sottil assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win over Como.

Impact Sottil only saw a bench appearance Sunday, earning 34 minutes off the bench. He still did well in his short time on the field, notching an assist and his first goal contribution of the season. He will look to return to the starting XI next match, as he fell to the bench after starting in their past three games.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Verona fixture Sottil created one scoring chance and had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Verona.

Impact Sottil drew his third consecutive start while Danilo Cataldi (calf) and Albert Gudmundsson (thigh) are out and was a secondary threat on offense. He has totaled eight shots (two on target), five key passes, 18 crosses (five accurate) and four corners in the last six games.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Sends five crosses Sottil registered five crosses (one accurate) and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 win over Torino.

Impact Sottil delivered a solid effort in his second consecutive starting appearance. This marked the third time in four games that he accounted for at least 10 completed passes. He also sent a season-high five crosses and provided an accurate cross for a second straight game. Additionally, this marked the third time in four outings that he picked up an interception.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in pre-season game Sottil (collarbone) was in the XI and hit the net in Friday's friendly against Reggiana, Fiorentina relayed.

Impact Sottil missed a month late in the season due to a serious injury but was able to shake it off before the start of the pre-season preparation. His minutes in 2024/2025 will hinge on his team's moves at the position.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Done for the season Sottil suffered a left clavicle fracture against Club Brugge on Thursday, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Sottil will soon have surgery and work to return in the summer. He closes his season with two goals, three assists, 34 shots (13 on target) and 13 chances created in 22 appearances (13 starts). Christian Kouame, Jonathan Ikone and Gaetano Castrovilli will soak up his minutes in the final few games.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 1 • YOUTUBE

Three goal contributions Sunday Sottil scored one goal and assisted twice from three shots and four chances created in Sunday's 5-1 victory against Sassuolo.

Impact Sottil was involved in three of his side's five goals Sunday, his first goal contributions since he recorded two versus Salernitana on Dec. 3. He scored the opener in the 17th minute, then assisted Nicolas Gonzalez's header in the 58th minute and set up Antonin Barak's goal in the 62nd minute with a through ball. He also set season highs with four chances created, seven crosses and three accurate crosses before he was subbed off in the 83rd minute for Gaetano Castrovilli.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Silent versus Lecce Sottil (thigh) created one scoring chance, had one inaccurate cross, and drew two fouls in Friday's 2-3 loss to Lecce.

Impact Sottil got the start after getting cleared from a small injury primarily because Nicolas Gonzalez wasn't 100 percent, but he didn't exploit the opportunity. He hasn't contributed to a goal in his past five appearances (two starts), logging three shots (zero on target), two chances crated, and five crosses (one accurate).

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Sottil (thigh) is in the starting XI for Friday's contest against Lecce.

Impact Sottil is back with the team after three matches on the sideline, having finally healed from his thigh issue. It is a bit of a surprise to see him starting in his return, as the attacker has served as more of a rotational player this season. He has only started five times all season, so he will hope to remain in this position moving forward.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Lecce game Sottil has been named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Lecce on Friday.

Impact Sotill picked up a thigh problem while warming up last week, but it was minor and won't force him to miss additional time. Nicolas Gonzalez will likely be in the XI, but Fiorentina are thin out wide behind him and Jonathan Ikone.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for lineup Sottil was scratched from the lineup ahead of Sunday's clash with Inter Milan.

Impact Sottil was set to get the start in the attacking midfield, but was removed late for an undisclosed reason. His last start was on Dec 17, as he had only started three of the last eight matches played, recording a goal and an assist in that span. M'bala Nzola will get the call to start alongside Jonathan Ikone and Giacomo Bonaventura.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Udinese game Sottil (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Udinese.

Impact Sottil ended up missing just one match but didn't get in on the action in this one. Nicolas Gonzalez might be back before the next Fiorentina game on January 28, reducing the room for all the other wingers. He has scored and assisted once in his last five appearances (two starts), notching six shots (one on target), three chances created, and eight crosses (two accurate).

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Udinese match Sottil is on the bench during Sunday's match against Udinese.

Impact Sottil returns earlier than expected from a thigh injury which kept him out of last week's match. The attacker has made just five starts in 12 appearances this season with a goal and an assist to his name.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Returning sooner than anticipated Sottil (thigh) "re-joined his teammates in training in the last two days and has recovered," coach Vincenzo Italiano announced.

Impact Sottil will miss just one match due to a thigh problem, and his availability might allow the gaffer to go back to their usual scheme after tweaking it last week due to a shortage of wingers. Josip Brekalo would likely start over a center-back if that were the case. He has scored and assisted once in his last five appearances, logging six shots (one on target), three chances created, and eight crosses (two accurate).

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with moderate injury Sottil suffered a mild muscular distraction of his left flexor muscles and will be re-evaluated in the coming weeks, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Sottil avoided long-term problems but will skip multiple fixtures as suggested by the team's wording in their statement. Christian Kouame just left for AFCON and Nicolas Gonzalez is on the mend with a similar injury, so Jonathan Ikone and Josip Brekalo are currently the only pure wingers available. Gino Infantino, Giacomo Bonaventura, and Lucas Beltran could adapt to the role if need be.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt in Torino game Sottil picked up a thigh injury coming off the bench in Friday's 1-0 win over Torino, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Sottil recorded one off-target shot before pulling up during a sprint and leaving his team with ten men late in the game. He has played limited minutes in recent games despite the absence of Nicolas Gonzalez, as the coach has generally gone with Jonathan Ikone and Christian Kouame over him.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two goal contributions in win Sottil scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Salernitana.

Impact Sottil was on fire Sunday, having his best match of the season after scoring once and assisting once in the win. He was the second player to get on the board, notching his goal in the 17th minute, followed by his assist in the 56th minute. These were the attacker's first goal contributions of the season, taking 17 shots and four chances created to reach this point.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Passable versus Milan Sottil won five duels and had four shots (one on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 0-1 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Sottil performed with adequate energy but didn't have the best aim or decision-making once he managed to pick his way to the box. He's stuck in a timeshare with Jonathan Ikone, Christian Kouame, and Josip Brekalo. He has notched 11 shots (four on target), two key passes, and 11 crosses (three accurate) in his last four appearances.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots versus Inter Sottil won one duel and recorded two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-4 defeat versus Inter.

Impact Sottil provided a minor spark off the bench, paced his team in attempts despite the low number, and was the only one to find the target, although Yann Sommer responded. He has tallied three shots (all on target), four inaccurate crosses, and one interception in three games (one start).

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Sassuolo match Sottil didn't play versus Sassuolo in Round 38.

Impact Sottil got some run in previous matches but not in this one. He sat out multiple months due to a back injury and wasn't great afterward, plus he had to compete for minutes with multiple teammates. He tallied two assists, 21 shots (eight on target), 15 chances created, and 31 crosses (three accurate) in 18 appearances (nine starts).

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Empoli Sottil (back) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Empoli.

Impact Sottil was called up after missing extended time with a back problem, but the coach leaned on fitter players. It may be a while before he sees good enough minutes to be a fantasy option, and there's no shortage of competition in his roles.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Empoli Sottil (back) is in the squad list to face Empoli Sunday, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Sottil is fit for the first time since mid-September following a challenging bout with a back problem and the eventual surgery. He was a regular early on, but he'll have to compete with Christian Kouame, Riccardo Saponara, and newcomer Josip Brekalo going forward. He has logged ten chances, 12 shots (seven on target), 20 crosses (two accurate), and two assists in seven appearances.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Close to returning Sottil (back) has resumed training with the rest of the group, but he won't be an option Sunday against Juventus, coach Vincenzo Italiano informed.

Impact Sottil underwent back surgery due to a hernia in late November after missing almost a couple of months. He's nearing full health, but he'll be given a little more time to work on his conditioning before re-joining the squad.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out more matches Sottil (back) is trending in the right direction but needs at least a couple of weeks to be able to play, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Sottil is rehabbing after back surgery to remove a hernia and has yet to resume training fully. He's expected to ramp up in short order and could be available in the second half of January, the publication adds.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss time after break Sottil "did everything in his power to avoid surgery, and he'll probably need a month and a half to return," his father and Udinese coach Andrea Sottil told Sky Italy.

Impact Sottil was initially given a five-week timetable by Fiorentina after the operation, but he might be back before the end of January, considering he'll have to ramp up in practice before being ready to play, Corriere dello Sport informs.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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