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Scratched for Juventus clash Coulibaly (illness) won't be an option for Sunday's game versus Juventus.

Impact Coulibaly is absent following reports of an ongoing outbreak of whooping cough that affected a few players, some of whom have been infected, while others didn't make the trip because they are self-isolating, as per the protocol. He'll attempt to return in the April 4 game versus Cagliari. He's generally one of the top defensive deputies, and the starters are all available.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late versus Napoli Coulibaly had one off-target shot (zero on target), one clearance and nine passes in nine minutes in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Napoli.

Impact Coulibaly saw some action in the final stretch of the game, without making much of an impact. He'll back up both Sebastian Walukiewicz and Josh Doig if Sassuolo don't add to their squad in January. He has tallied three shots (one on target), two chances created and two crosses (one accurate) in his last five appearances (one start).

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Italy Coulibaly has reported back to Sassuolo after international duties, but he might not be used in January, as the team is mulling whether to end his loan spell early, Tuttomercatoweb...

Impact Coulibaly missed the last five matches after being selected by Mali for AFCON. He'll deputize both fullbacks, Sebastian Walukiewicz and Josh Doig, if available, as Fali Cande recently suffered an ACL tear. Coulibaly has featured seven times (two starts), posting three key passes, seven tackles (four won) and four crosses (two won), with no clean sheets.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Departs for AFCON Coulibaly has made Mali's squad for AFCON 2025.

Impact Coulibaly has mostly been a deputy this year, playing second fiddle to Sebastian Walukiewicz at right-back and occasionally starring on the other flank. He has appeared seven times (two starts). Sassuolo will be short-handed until either he or Yeferson Paz (calf) return.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Sunday Coulibaly had two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Coulibaly replaced Sebastian Walukiewicz at halftime and recorded four tackles, two interceptions, one block and one clearance. This was Coulibaly's first appearance of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Serie A Coulibaly has moved to Sassuolo on loan with an option to buy from Leicester City.

Impact Coulibaly heads back to Serie A, where he previously starred for Parma, recording one assist, eight chances created, 13 tackles and 19 clearances in 14 matches, with no clean sheets, after not earning a regular role in England. He'll contend for the starting job at right-back to Sebastian Walukiewicz and will occasionally feature on the left wing.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Coulibaly is fit and back in training ahead of Sunday's trip to Chelsea, according to manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. "He had some little bits but as expected, he trained. He has toda...

Impact Coulibaly missed last time out against West Ham with a minor issue, but is now back in full training. The defender should be back on the bench for Sunday's clash. Coulibaly has consistently appeared off the bench and has one start since signing with Leicester.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Leicester Coulibaly completed a permanent transfer to Leicester from Parma.

Impact Coulibaly makes the switch to England and the Premier League with Leicester. He did well during his time with Parma and had offers elsewhere, but Leicester proved to be an attractive landing spot. Coulibaly could compete for minutes at either full-back position immediately.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Genoa match Coulibaly (illness) has been omitted from Parma's call-ups for Sunday's game against Genoa.

Impact Coulibaly hasn't completely recovered from an illness, and his name has popped up on the rumor mill because he's drawing interest, and he might be held out until his transfer comes together or falls through. Enrico Delprato or Antoine Hainaut will start at right-back, with Emanuele Valeri on the other one.

JANUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Torino game Coulibaly was unavailable for Sunday's match versus Torino due to the flu, Gazzetta di Parma reported.

Impact Coulibaly made the trip but stayed at the hotel since he fell ill overnight. Enrico Delprato and Emanuele Valeri manned the defensive wings in relief. He'll attempt to recuperate for Sunday's away game versus Genoa.

JANUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up own goal Coulibaly was credited with an own goal in Parma's 1-1 draw with Empoli. He took just one shot in the contest but did complete a team-high 73 passes.

Impact Coulibaly returned from a one-game suspension but had an unfortunate touch attempting to defend Empoli's attack and gave up the own goal. He'll face another tough challenge Wednesday against Serie A powerhouse Juventus.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Empoli Coulibaly cleared a one-game ban in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Napoli.

Impact Coulibaly has started in almost every game so far, although the coach also has the option of going with more defensive-minded players like Antoine Hainaut and Enrico Delprato at the position. He has assisted once and added three key passes, six tackles (four won) and five clearances in his last six appearances.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red in Bologna game Coulibaly had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created before being sent off in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Bologna.

Impact Coulibaly had a run-of-the-mill showing before receiving a straight red card for a harsh tackle. He'll be unavailable for October 19's game versus Como, where Enrico Delprato will likely return to the wing, with Yordan Osorio in the middle.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist in Cagliari tilt Coulibaly assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate), one tackle (one won) and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 loss versus Cagliari.

Impact Coulibaly didn't start for the first time in the season but made his presence felt off the bench thanks to a great feed for Dennis Man after a mazing on the wing. He has been a steady performer so far, so his exclusion was likely a one-off. He has tallied three key passes, two crosses (zero accurate) and eight tackles in six games.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE