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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

Undergoes back surgery Sottil (back) is expected to miss around five weeks while he recovers from a back surgery he underwent on Wednesday, Fiorentina have announced.

Impact Sottil hasn't played since September due to a back injury that he has now opted to operate on. Due to the break for the World Cup, Sottil won't be expected to miss much more game time if any as he recovers from this surgery.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for next two games Sottil will miss the final two matches of the year due to a herniated disc, but he won't need surgery for now, La Gazzetta dello Sport relays.

Impact Sottil has been on the mend for a month with a back problem that turned out to be more serious than initially anticipated. He and the training staff will try to solve it through treatments. There's optimism he will be able to recuperate during the World Cup break, but he'll have a few more check-ups to see whether he's healing.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Sottil (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's match versus Spezia.

Impact Sottil has been missing for a month due to a back injury that turned out to be significantly worse than initially imagined. He's starting to run out of time to return before the World Cup. With Nicolas Gonzalez also on the mend, Jonathan Ikone, Christian Kouame, and Riccardo Saponara are the remaining options on the offensive wings.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out in Conference League Sottil (back) is not included in the squad for Thursday's Conference League clash with Hears.

Impact Sottil isn't back in the squad list as expected as he continues to be absent from training with back spasms. Sottil's next chance to play is a Monday trip to Lecce.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will continue to miss time Sottil (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Lazio.

Impact Sottil continues to deal with back spasms and has been unable to practice for over a week now. Nicolas Gonzalez, Riccardo Saponara or Christian Kouame will start as left winger Monday.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Atalanta clash Sottil wasn't included in Fiorentina's squad list to face Atalanta Sunday.

Impact Sottil is reportedly nursing a muscular problem and will sit out at least one game. Nicolas Gonzalez and Riccardo Saponara will be the top options for the left wing Sunday.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances against Verona Sottil (back) took one shot on target, created three scoring chances, and drew two fouls in Sunday's 2-0 win over Verona.

Impact Sottil got the start upon shaking off some back pain and was among the peppiest attackers for his side, even though he wasn't involved in the two goals. The return of Nicolas Gonzalez might affect his playing time. He has notched two assists, 12 shots (seven on target), ten chances created, and 20 crosses (two accurate) in seven games (five starts).

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back against Verona Sottil (back) has been named in Fiorentina's call-ups for Sunday's game versus Verona.

Impact Sottil is set to return after bowing out early in the last Serie A tilt and missing a midweek one in Europe. He will be in contention to start. He has been one of their few attackers to produce thus far, as he has notched two assists, 11 shots (six on target), seven chances created, and 14 crosses (one accurate).

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for European Conference game Sottil wasn't included in Fiorentina's call-ups to face Istanbul Basaksehir Thursday due to back pain, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Sottil subbed off over the weekend due to the issue and will be re-assessed ahead of Sunday's game against Verona, but he's at risk of sitting out another one since he's been limited in practice after the hiccup.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home win Sottil assisted one goal from two chances created, took six shots (two on target) and sent in two inaccurate crosses in Sunday's 3-2 win over Cremonese.

Impact Sottil assisted Luka Jovic's goal in the 34th minute to give them the 2-1 lead and help his side earn the home win. The midfielder logged three goals and two assists in 24 appearances (14 starts) last season for the club. He will now look to get the nod again in their next appointments.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return against Juventus Sottil (thigh) was not named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Juventus Saturday.

Impact Sottil will end his season early because of a thigh ailment. He has tallied three goals, two assists, 22 shots (ten on target) and 14 chances in 24 appearances (14 starts) in 2021/2022.

MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will stay out for Sampdoria match Sottil (thigh) was omitted from Fiorentina's call-ups to face Sampdoria Monday.

Impact Sottil will miss the second straight game because of a muscular ailment. Jonathan Ikone and Riccardo Saponara will again be in contention to complete the trident next to Arthur Cabral and Nicolas Gonzalez.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Roma game Sottil was not included in Fiorentina's squad list to face Roma Monday due to muscle fatigue, La Nazione reports.

Impact Sottil generally comes off the bench and has started just once in the last seven rounds. His absence opens up more minutes on the flanks for Jonathan Ikone, Riccardo Saponara and Jose Maria Callejon.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow card as sub Sottil played 22 minutes and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 1-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Sottil subbed on in the second half and couldn't do much during his limited time in the field. The forward did receive his second yellow card of the season, though. He will now look for more minutes when they visit Salernitana on Sunday.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lively against Atalanta Sottil took two shots (one on target), sent in four crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance and had four successful take-ons in Sunday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Sottil often led the charge for Fiorentina in this one and paced it in shots and crosses, and came close to scoring in a pair of occasions. He appears to have leapfrogged a few competitors in the pecking order on the flanks. He has started in three straight of the last four matches, scoring once ad adding four shots, three chances and 14 crosses. Fiorentina will visit Sassuolo Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Milan loses Ibrahimović to injury in 0-0 draw against Juve

AC Milan lost more ground on league leader Inter Milan and also lost another important player ahead of the derby as it drew 0-0 against Juventus at San Siro

JANUARY 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores once as substitute Sottil had one goal on two shots (both on goal) and one interception in the 1-1 draw against Cagliari on Sunday.

Impact In only 29 minutes of play, Sottil saved this match for his squad by scoring his side's only goal in the 75th minute. After missing the last two matches, and a total of eight this season, the forward has managed to score three goals in 13 appearances.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Sottil posted on Instagram that he resumed training Wednesday.

Impact Sottil sat out the last two matches as he allegedly tested positive for COVID-19 after the holidays, although the club did not confirm it. He will face increased competition going forward given the addition of Jonathan Ikone. He has tallied two goals, two assists, 15 shots and 19 crosses in 13 games (eight starts) so far.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Udinese game Sottil (undisclosed) was not named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Udinese Thursday.

Impact Sottil did not return to practice after the holidays and the club had announced an unnamed COVID-19 case. Jose Callejon, Riccardo Saponara and newcomer Jonathan Ikone will absorb his minutes.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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