SZYMON ZURKOWSKI NEWS

Likely to miss the rest of the season Zurkowski had surgery on the posterolateral corner of his right knee, Empoli relayed.

Impact Zurkowski has been sidelined for more than a month with his current injury and might close his season with just five appearances off the bench since he skipped the first half of the campaign due to a major ankle problem.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Como match Zurkowski (knee) won't be called up for Saturday's contest against Como, coach Roberto D'Aversa relayed.

Impact Zurkowski will continue missing time with a knee problem that has already cost him three matches. He has had a secondary role this season due to an ankle injury and a few setbacks.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Stays on the mend Zurkowski (knee) won't return Sunday against Roma, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Zurkowski will miss the second match in a row due to a knee injury. He hasn't been able to get into a rhythm this campaign due to continuous injury woes.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip Genoa game Zurkowski won't be an option versus Genoa on Sunday due to a bruised knee, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Zurkowski got banged up in training and will sit out at least one contest. He has been deployed as a sub after recovering from a serious ankle injury. Viktor Kovalenko and Liberato Cacace will soak up his sparse minutes.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Lecce Zurkowski (ankle) didn't come off the bench in Saturday's 1-3 loss to Lecce.

Impact Zurkowski was an option after an extended absence but didn't get minutes in this one. He'll remain behind Faustino Anjorin, Liam Henderson, Youssef Maleh and Jacopo Fazzini for the time being.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Zurkowski (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Lecce.

Impact Zurkowski is on the team sheet as expected Saturday, making his season debut after a long recovery process from an ankle injury. He will look to see some time off the bench before fighting for a starting role, as he did start in 10 of his 13 appearances with the club last season, only falling out of favor near the end of his half-season with Empoli.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Lecce clash Zurkowski (ankle) "will be with the squad Saturday. He still needs some time, but hopefully as little as possible," coach Roberto D'Aversa announced.

Impact Zurkowski will be available for the first time in the season after undergoing ankle surgery in the summer and will be eased into action. He notched four goals (zero on target), 16 shots (six on target), four key passes and 15 tackles in 13 appearances (10 starts) in the second half of the past campaign.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Return pushed back Zurkowski (ankle) hasn't been able to ramp up during the break and is now expected to be back at some point in December, Goal relayed.

Impact Zurkowski seemed on the verge of coming back a couple of times in previous matches, but he's not yet 100 percent following an ankle surgery.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not coming back versus Napoli Zurkowski (ankle) didn't make the bench for Sunday's game against Napoli.

Impact Zurkowski is close to completing his rehab from ankle surgery but will be given more time before being involved in a match. Empoli will roll with the midfielders they have been using so far.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Should be option against Napoli Zurkowski (ankle) has gone into full training during the break, Mediaset reports.

Impact Zurkowski has missed the first seven rounds after having surgery to address an ankle problem that hampered him at the end of last season. His return could impact the playing time of Liam Henderson, Jacopo Fazzini and Faustino Anjorin, although he'll likely be managed at first. He scored four times and added 16 shots (six on target), four key passes and 15 tackles in 13 matches (ten starts) from January on.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will continue to rehab Zurkowski (ankle) should be back in late September or early October, La Nazione reported.

Impact Zurkowski is progressing in his rehab from ankle surgery but isn't quite ready yet and will miss at least two or three more matches. With Jacopo Fazzini (hip) also on the mend, Sebastiano Esposito, Liam Henderson and Faustino Anjorin will pick up the slack.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering from offseason surgery Zurkowski was unavailable for Saturday's cup fixture versus Catanzaro because he had ankle surgery at the beginning of the summer and isn't ready yet, Quotidiano Sportivo reported.

Impact Zurkowski has been training on the side in recent days and will miss time at the beginning of the season after skipping the preparation. He could be a full-go in a month, but he might be called up beforehand to ramp up, the outlet adds. Jacopo Fazzini, Sebastiano Esposito and Emmanuel Ekong have been handling his role so far.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back at Empoli Zurkowski is re-joining Empoli on loan with an option to buy, Spezia announced.

Impact Zurkowski is set for his third spell at Empoli after the previous one started with a bang, a hat-trick, but ended in a whimper, as he couldn't stay healthy and lost the starting job. He tallied 16 shots (six on target), four key passes and 15 tackles in 13 matches (10 starts). Empoli are pretty depleted in the midfield at this stage.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Underwhelming against Torino Zurkowski had one cross (zero accurate), two interceptions, three successful duels and one clearance in Saturday's 3-2 win against Torino.

Impact Zurkowski was once again unable to leave his mark and hasn't scored after bagging four goals in his first two appearances after transferring in January. He has tallied four shots (zero on target), three crosses (one accurate) and two tackles (one won) in the last four rounds.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Cagliari Zurkowski (ankle) didn't play in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Zurkowski made the bench but didn't get minutes as the coach opted to field players in better shape since he was a late call. He could return to the XI versus Milan on Sunday if he has a cleaner week of practice.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Sunday Zurkowski (ankle) is available from the bench for Sunday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Zurkowski missed last week's match through the injury, but recovers in time to make the squad for Sunday's fixture. The midfielder had started five straight matches prior to missing last week.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Cagliari match Zurkowski (ankle) "hasn't trained fully with the group this week, but I'm hopeful. We'll see Sunday," coach Davide Nicola relayed.

Impact Zurkowski isn't fully fit but has a chance to make the game-day squad list after sitting out the previous tilt, although it'll hinge on a late fitness test. Viktor Kovalenko will likely stay in the XI regardless.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing minor injury Zurkowski was unavailable Saturday due to an ankle knock, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Zurkowski got banged up late in the week, but his problem isn't considered serious and he could return for next Sunday's contest versus Empoli. Viktor Kovalenko took his place in the formation, while Simone Bastoni came off the bench.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Sassuolo match Zurkowski is unavailable for Saturday's game versus Sassuolo, the League site confirmed.

Impact Zurkowski picked up a late physical problem and won't be an option. Viktor Kovalenko is taking his place on the pitch, while Simone Bastoni is the option midfielder on the bench.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Draws five fouls against Fiorentina Zurkowski had one shot (zero on goal), two tackles (zero won), and two interceptions and drew five fouls in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Fiorentina.

Impact Zurkowski had a physical but not very noteworthy performance on the offensive end. He hasn't scored after bagging four in the first two matches, tallying four key passes, seven tackles (three won) and seven shots (two on target) in the last four fixtures. Empoli will face Sassuolo away Saturday.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 71 minutes Zurkowski took two shots (one on goal) and created a chance during Saturday's match against Genoa.

Impact Zurkowski was held off the scoresheet before subbing off the pitch in the 71st minute of Saturday's match. Zurkowski has been impressive since returning from loan duty with four goals in his first three Serie A appearances.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets hat-trick Zurkowski scored three goals to go with three shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Monza.

Impact Zurkowski has absolutely shined in his two matches since rejoining Empoli on loan from Speiza, now having four goals in his two appearnces after scoring a hat trick Sunday. He opened up the scoring in the 13th minute followed by a goal in the 38th minute, both of which being solo goals before adding on another in the 73rd minute off of a Stiven Shpendi assist. Zurkowski has been crucial in front of net over his two matches on loan, scoring all four goals on only four shots. He will hope for this to continue heading into their next contest, as is he preforms like this again, they may have a chance at knocking off Jeventus.

JANUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in first appearance Zurkowski scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Verona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th minute.

Impact Zurkowski came on in the second half with his side trailing by two goals and was able to give them brief hope by scoring with his only shot of the game. He may have earned more minutes going forward after this eye-catching cameo.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Empoli Zurkowski has returned to Empoli on a season-long loan with an option to buy, the League announced.

Impact Zurkowski had his best season at Empoli two years ago, recording six goals and two assists in 35 appearances, while he wasn't great at Fiorentina and Spezia in the previous one, ending up with just one helper, nine shots (two on target), and one key pass in 13 games (three matches), also because of multiple injuries. His arrival could impact Jacopo Fazzini, Razvan Marin, and Youssef Maleh's playing time.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in season finale Zurkowski drew three fouls, committed two, and took two off-target shots in Round 38's 1-2 loss to Roma.

Impact Zurkowski drew a rare start but wasn't particularly active on either end. He would have played more after moving in January if it wasn't for his recurring injury woes. His move became permanent despite Spezia's relegation. He tallied seven shots (one on target), four crosses (one accurate), nine tackles, and six clearances in ten games (three starts).

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE