ALBERTO GRASSI NEWS

Sustains ankle injury Grassi picked up a right ankle sprain in training, Empoli announced.

Impact Grassi will continue to be evaluated in the next few days but will likely miss the next two fixtures and try to come back after the international break. Youssuf Maleh, Liam Henderson and Nicolas Haas will fill in for him in the midfield.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Grassi completed a three-game ban in Sunday's 2-1 win over Roma.

Impact Grassi will be eligible for the first time against Bologna on Sunday and likely start over Liam Henderson and Nicholas Haas in the midfield next to Youssef Maleh if he's close to 100 percent. He was sidelined for three games due to a combination of infractions. He was a regular when healthy last season, tallying 30 tackles, 41 interceptions and 35 clerances in 27 matches and providing one assist.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Handed hefty disqualification Grassi has been suspended for three matches, one due to yellow-card accumulation, and the other two for a menacing attitude toward the referees and for reiterated insults, Serie A...

Impact Grassi was sent off after subbing off and will have to sit out multiple fixtures due to his infractions. It remains to be seen whether Empoli will stay in Serie A, which will go down to the season finale.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red versus Udinese Grassi won two of four tackles, had one off-target shot and two interceptions and was expelled after subbing off in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Udinese.

Impact Grassi had his usual gritty display but protested too much to a late call and won't be available against Roma for the season finale. He has been a staple when healthy, finishing up with one assist, 30 tackles, 41 interceptions and 35 clearances in 27 games (22 starts). Razvan Marin will likely substitute for him next week.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard in Atalanta bout Grassi generated two shots (zero on goal), three tackles (one won), two clearances and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Grassi drew his second start in a row after shaking off an injury and was okay on both ends. He has unseated Razvan Marin but was replaced fairly early in the second half in this one. He has titled seven tackles (three won), three interceptions and 10 clearances in his last five appearances.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Back in the squad for Torino game Grassi (groin) was an unused sub in Saturday's 3-2 win over Torino.

Impact Grassi returned among the call-ups after sitting out five fixtures but didn't get minutes. Given the nature of his problem, he might be used only partially for while. Razvan Marin, Youssef Maleh and SImone Bastoni would benefit from such a situation. He has registered four shots (zero on target), two key passes and 10 clearances in his last six appearances.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Touch and go for Torino game Grassi (groin) "worked for the whole week with us at a good pace, so, if everything goes according to plan, we could start to use him in the next game," coach Davide Nicola informe...

Impact Grassi is in better shape after missing five matches and is more likely to play against Lecce next week but could be brought to the bench versus Torino on Saturday already.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out Monday Grassi (groin) is out for Monday's match against Empoli.

Impact Grassi will not be an option Monday, which should come as no surprise, as he was in heavy doubt for the match due to inflammation in his groin region, now missing his fifth straight match. He will now hope for a return against Torino on Saturday, as when healthy, he is a regular starter in the middle of the pack.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Inter clash Grassi (groin) "has an inflammation that comes and goes and might have to live with it. We hope to recover him soon," Davide Nicola informed.

Impact Grassi has been sidelined for over a month by the lingering problem, and it appears Empoli will assess him on a game-to-game basis, as the issue doesn't have a firm timetable. His availability will also his on his sensations in the lead-up and on match-day.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Bologna Grassi (groin) is out for Friday's contest against Bologna.

Impact Grassi will continue on the sidleines for a further contest, missing his fourth straight contest due to injuries. The midfielder will now hope to make a return following the international break against Inter Milan on April 1, as he is a regular starter when healthy, only missing six starts when avaiable this season.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Milan Grassi (groin) has practiced on the side for the entire week leading up to Sunday's away match versus Milan, La Nazione informed.

Impact Grassi is poised for his third straight absence while tending to a groin injury. Razvan Marin and Jacopo Fazzini will once again soak up his playing time.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Cagliari game Grassi (groin) stayed on the mend for Sunday's 1-0 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Grassi had some chances of coming back but was ultimately given another week to shake off a muscular problem. Razvan Marin notched another start, while Jacopo Fazzini came off the bench.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Cagliari fixture Grassi (groin) "will be assessed in the final practice, but I don't think he'll be available Sunday," coach Davide Nicola informed.

Impact Grassi is improving as he has been able to train in some fashion after skipping the past game but could stay on the mend for another week. Razvan Marin took his spot in the midfield in the last tilt and dished two assists.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Sassuolo game Grassi (groin) hasn't been spotted in training after getting hurt versus Sassuolo, Ansa relayed.

Impact Grassi will miss at least one game and potentially more as his team isn't very forthcoming when it comes to injuries. Razvan Marin and Jacopo Fazzini are the next men up at his position.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Grassi was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match against Fiorentina with an injury.

Impact Grassi left the match in the 30th minute after succumbing to injury and being replaced by Razvan Marin. The full extent of the midfielder's injury should be available following the match.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively Grassi registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Grassi won both of his tackles and made three interceptions and three clearances in addition to his attacking contributions. He only has one assist and no goals in 2023 and is more relied upon for his ball-winning ability in midfield.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in draw Grassi generated four shots (two on goal) in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact Grassi did well to keep the Lecce goalie busy Monday by firing in four shots but failed to covert on any of those opportunities as he has yet to bag a goal this season. This was the midfielder's first start in three matches for the club, as he continues to try to shape out a secure starting spot behind his one assist.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on opening goal Grassi assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 win versus Fiorentina.

Impact Grassi helped his team jump to an early lead by assisting on a goal by Francesco Caputo in the 21st minute of play. The assist marked the first of the year for Grassi, who also had three chances created and 192 completed passes through seven appearances.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal in loss Grassi had an own goal and two shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 7-0 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Grassi did not help the cause in Sunday's 7-0 loss to Roma, committing an own goal in the 35th minute to bring the Wolves lead to three. He had a pretty brutal match even if the own goal didn't happen, only registering two shots and two interceptions in the loss. The midfielder looks to be set for a rotational role this season after only appearing in three of their first four matches, with only two of them being in a starting role.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins eight duels against Verona Grassi recorded three tackles (two won), one key passes, two clearances, and two interceptions in Saturday's 0-1 loss versus Verona.

Impact Grassi served as a major muscular presence in the midfield, but that wasn't enough to completely stop the opponents. He appears to have retained the starting job despite some action at his position during the summer.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Empoli permanently Grassi has been bought out by Empoli following a season-long loan spell from Empoli, the club relayed.

Impact Grassi has starred consistently when healthy in the past campaign, proving to be a valuable defensive-minded piece of the midfield, especially following a late tactical switch. He'll likely open the season as a starter next to Razvan Marin.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedestrian in season finale Grassi took one off-target shot and had one clearance in Round 38's 0-2 defeat against Lazio.

Impact Grassi didn't have a great showing in the final game. He recaptured a regular role a few weeks after recovering from a major shoulder injury and was a strong defensive presence in the midfield throughout the season. He has logged six chances created, 27 tackles, 27 interceptions, 45 clearances, and 12 blocks in 25 appearances (14 starts).

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard against Sampdoria Grassi drew two fouls, won eight duels, and had two clearances and two interceptions in Monday's 1-1 draw against Sampdoria.

Impact Grassi drew the nod for the fourth game in a row and shined defensively, as he's one to do. He has logged five tackles (two won), seven interceptions, eight clearances, and three blocks in the last five fixtures.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late versus Fiorentina Grassi (thigh) had two clearances and one pass in six minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Fiorentina.

Impact Grassi worked his way back after sitting out five games with a thighs train but only saw limited action. His playing time should increase in the next match since Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro and Filippo Bandinelli are suspended. He has posted two shots (one on target), ten tackles (nine won), six interceptions, and ten clearances in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be option versus Fiorentina Grassi (thigh) has recovered from his injury, coach Paolo Zanetti hinted the pre-game presser.

Impact Grassi has missed a month with a thigh strain. The gaffer stopped short of announcing he would be available, but he has reportedly resumed training fully this week. He alternated with Razvan Marin before the injury. He has logged 16 tackles, 14 interceptions, 16 clearances, and three chances created in 11 appearances (six starts).

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE