Impact Kolasinac will have to sit out at least a couple of weeks to heal up. Ben Godfrey will slide into the starting XI next to Isak Hien and Berat Djimsiti unless the coach decides to use Marten de Roon in the back.
AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers muscular injury Kolasinac picked up a right biceps femoris strain versus Real Madrid, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.
Ruled out for season finale Kolasinac (thigh) hasn't been called up for Sunday's make-up game versus Fiorentina, Atalanta announced.
Impact Kolasinac will miss another one due to a muscular problem that plagued him late in the season. He was a day-one starter and concluded with 65 tackles, 66 interceptions and 36 interceptions in 39 appearances, scoring once and contributing to six clean sheets.
JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE
Absent for Torino fixture Kolasinac (thigh) didn't make Atalanta's squad list to face Torino on Sunday.
Impact Kolasinac won't be involved an re-injuring his thigh during the Europa League final but might be good to go for the season finale versus Fiorentina next week. Three among Berat Djimsiti, Giorgio Scalvini, Isak Hien, Rafael Toloi and Giovanni Bonfanti will start in this one.
MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Torino match Kolasinac (thigh) has avoided major issues but will most likely miss Sunday's game versus Torino, L'Eco di Bergamo informed.
Impact Kolasinac is poised to be left out of the squad and be re-evaluated ahead of the make-up game versus Fiorentina next week. Giorgio Scalvini and Giovanni Bonfanti will be candidates to take his place.
MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up new injury Kolasinac left Thursday's game versus Bayer Leverkusen at halftime due to a new physical problem, as he told Sky Italy: "I've recovered in time to play in this final, but then I go...
Impact Kolasinac is headed for some tests but will likely be held out in the final two games of the season. With Marten De Roon (thigh) also on the mend, Atalanta are down to Isak Hien, Berat Djimsiti, Giorgio Scalvini and Giovanni Bonfanti in the back.
MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE
45 minutes in win Kolasinac played just 45 minutes during Wednesday's 3-0 win over Leverkusen.
Impact Kolasinac as deemed fit enough to get the start Wednesday, but he played just 45 minutes. The defender has two more matches domestically still to play, but it remains to be seen if he's actually fit for those after four matches on the sideline.
MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go for UEL final Kolasinac (thigh) has recovered ahead of Wednesday's clash with Bayer Leverkusen, coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.
Impact Kolasinac will return from a four-game absence and will be an option in the back right away, challenging in particular Giorgio Scalvini and Isak Hien in a pair of spots. He has tallied 11 tackles (nine won), 10 clearances and one interception in his last five appearances.
MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Diagnosed with lesion Kolasinac suffered a grade one biceps femoris strain in his left thigh against Marseille, SportMediaset informed.
Impact Kolasinac will be out for two to three weeks and has a shot to be back before the end of the season, but it'll hinge on how the rehab goes. Giorgio Scalvini recently returned from a similar problem and will pick up the slack next to Berat Djimisti and Isak Hien in most matches. Marten de Roon and Giovanni Bonfanti are also options in the back.
MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Injured Thursday Kolasinac was forced off with an injury during Thursday's clash with Marseille.
Impact Kolasinac landed awkwardly and was brought off with the injury. He just returned from a knee injury less than a week ago, so this is a doubly concerning issue that he may have aggravated. The defender will be a heavy doubt on short rest for Sunday's trip to Salernitana.
MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE
Plays off bench Sunday Kolasinac (knee) came off the bench and played 33 minutes in Sunday's 2-0 win over Empoli. He finished with one clearance and one foul committed.
Impact Kolasinac was a game-time call for Sunday, but he ended up seeing minutes in what turned out to be an easy win for Atalanta. Kolasinac has been a regular for Atalanta this season, however, so he might be in line to return for the Europa League clash against Marseille next Thursday.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Slight doubt for Empoli game Kolasinac "picked up a knee contusion in training, but we're optimistic he'll be able to recover for Sunday," coach Gian Piero Gasperini informed.
Impact Kolasinac will be assessed on game-day to see if he could start as Atalanta are short-handed in the back due to Rafael Toloi and Giorgio Scalvini's thigh injuries. The former is out, while the latter could return but might not be rushed into the XI. Marten De Roon would likely drop to the defense if Kolasinac weren't able to start, opening up a spot in the midfield.
APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE
Wins two tackles against Verona Kolasinac (thigh) won two of two tackles and had 23 touches in 27 minutes in Monday's 2-2 draw with Verona.
Impact Kolasinac returned quickly from an ailment but only saw limited minutes in this one. He'll likely be back in the XI over Rafael Toloi against Liverpool on Thursday. He has totaled three crosses (two accurate), nine tackles (seven won) and eight interceptions in his last five showings.
APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE
Named to bench Kolasinac (thigh) is on the bench for Monday's match against Verona.
Impact Kolasinac is back on the team sheet Monday, having overcome a thigh issue that left the defender out of the club's last match. He will now look to get back in the starting XI in the club's next game after testing his legs against Verona, as he has started in all but six of the 36 contests he has been available for this campaign.
APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE
Available against Verona Kolasinac (thigh) has been selected for Monday's match against Verona, Atalanta relayed.
Impact Kolasinac will make a quick return after sitting out the previous tilt due to adductor soreness. While he'll be an option, he might be spared or see only limited minutes ahead of the return leg versus Liverpool. He has notched six tackles (four won), five interceptions, and eight clearances in his last three showings.
APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE
Late call for Verona match Kolasinac (thigh) isn't dealing with a significant injury and might be called up for Monday's game against Verona, L'Eco di Bergamo reported.
Impact Kolasinac trained partially with the rest of the group on Sunday, so he has a shot to be on the game-day squad list on Monday. He might not be risked even if available, but he escaped without relevant issues. Rafael Toloi might take his place in the XI in this one.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up injury Kolasinac will miss Thursday's game versus Liverpool due to a left adductor problem, Corriere dello Sport informed.
Impact Kolasinac got hurt earlier on game day and will undergo further tests but might not be rushed back for Monday's home game against Verona. The coach decided to adapt Marten De Roon to a defensive role and insert Mario Pasalic in the midfield. That won't be an option for the next Serie A game since De Roon will be suspended. Rafael Toloi is the only healthy center-back besides the two other starters, but Matteo Ruggeri and Hans Hateboer can play in the role in a pinch.
APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE
Serviceable against Udinese Kolasinac recorded one cross (zero accurate), one block, and one clearance, and two tackles (two won) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Udinese.
Impact Kolasinac was the busiest among the Atalanta defenders, who didn't need to do much to stop the opponents in this one. He has gotten the nod five times in a row, tallying 10 tackles (eight won), seven clearances, and two crosses (one accurate).
JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Gets the nod in Coppa Italia Kolasinac (thigh) played full minutes in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Milan.
Impact Kolasinac left the last game a little early, but his issue was minor and he was able to feature without any limitations a few days later. It remains to be seen whether he could be managed Monday versus Frosinone. Isak Hien or Rafael Toloi would get the nod in that event. He has tallied six tackles (four won), six clearances, and three chances created in the last four matches, contributing to one clean sheet.
JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Bows out in Roma clash Kolasinac won four of four tackles and had two clearances, one block, and one accurate cross in 79 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Roma before leaving due to an apparent muscular...
Impact Kolasinac had a strong display but left abruptly late in the second half after requesting some medical attention. He was replaced by Jose Luis Palomino, while newcomer Isak Hien came in later on. One of the two would substitute for him versus Frosinone on Monday if the problem was substantial.
JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Solid in Lecce game Kolasinac had one interception, two tackles (zero won), and two clearances, and won seven duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.
Impact Kolasinac wasn't as busy as other teammates in the back but turned in a good shift as usual. He has logged two chances created, two tackles (zero won), and four clearances in three games since coming back from injury.
DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Makes sub appearances agaisnt Salernitana Kolasinac (ankle) won one duel, committed one foul, and recorded one clearance in Monday's 4-1 victory against Salernitana.
Impact Kolasinac got a few mintues off the bench in his return from a two-match absence because of ankle and calf ailments. He could be back in the XI versus Bologna, with Marten de Roon moving back to the midfield and Mario Pasalic on the bench. He has registered five tackles, six interceptions, and 16 clearances in his last five appearances.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Named to bench role in return Kolasinac (ankle) is on the bench for Monday's match against Salernitana.
Impact Kolasinac is back with the team for Monday's match, being named to the bench after a three-match absence. The defender should be expected to return to the starting XI next match, as he only left out of a starting role three times all season before encountering the knock. He will most likely get some time off the bench against Salernitana as he attempts to test his legs after his time away due to an ankle injury.
DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Option for Salernitana tilt Kolasinac (ankle) has been named in Atalanta's squad list to face Salernitana on Monday.
Impact Kolasinac returns after missing two matches and could get the nod right away depending on his level of fitness since Atalanta have only three healthy center-backs. Otherwise, they'll deploy Marten de Roon or Hans Hateboer in a more defensive role than usual. He has registered five tackles, 12 interceptions, and 16 clearances in his last five showings.
DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Late call for Salernitana game Kolasinac (ankle) trained partially with the group on Sunday but remains in doubt for Monday's match versus Salernitana, L'Eco di Bergamo informed.
Impact Kolasinac is feeling better but has yet to be fully cleared, and there's a solid chance he doesn't start even though he's ultimately ruled, even though Atalanta could use him with Rafael Toloi currently shelved.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out midweek Kolasinac (calf/ankle) is feeling better but won't be called up for Thursday's Europa League game against Rakow, L'Eco di Bergamo informed.
Impact Kolasinac is nursing a pair of minor injuries and the team won't take any chances in a meaningless game. He has a shot to be back for next Monday's tilt against Salernitana.
DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
