ALEXIS SANCHEZ NEWS

Substitute option Wednesday Sanchez (thigh) was named to the match-day squad versus Spezia on Wednesday.

Impact On the year, Sanchez has made just one start in 10 appearances for the club, including another three matches in which he was an unused substitute. As such, fantasy players shouldn't be expecting him to offer much in the way of fantasy value moving forward.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Might return against Spezia Sanchez (thigh) has logged a pair of pull practices and has good chances to be available for Thursday's match versus Spezia, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Sanchez has been out of action for a couple of weeks due to his latest muscular injury, but he appears to have shaken it off. He would be a bench option, as it has been the case for most of the season, if indeed cleared to return. He has posted one goal, one assist, seven shots, and eight chances created in ten appearances (one start) so far.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss some time Sanchez suffered a flexor problem in the right thigh and will be out for approximately two weeks, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Sanchez got hurt with Chile and will have to sit out multiple games considering the busy schedule. Joaquin Correa and Stefano Sensi will be the top offensive backups behind Edin Dzeko and Lautaro Martinez with Sanchez sidelined.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt with Chile Sanchez subbed off in the first half of the World Cup qualifier against Ecuador due to an apparent thigh injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Sanchez could not continue after clutching his thigh following a sprint. He will be assessed shortly after returning to Italy. He has dealt with similar problems multiple times in recent seasons and will probably have to skip some games.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Sheriff game Sanchez took one shot on target, created two chances, won one duel and scored a goal in nine minutes in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Sheriff Tiraspol.

Impact Sanchez made the most of his scarce minutes by bamboozling a pair of defenders and finding the target with a superb shot in the late stages of the game. He is faring better lately but he has to compete with Lautaro Martinez and Joaquin Correa and therefore he is highly likely to remain a super-sub. He has notched one goal, one assist, six chances created and five crosses in eight appearances (one start). Inter will face Milan Sunday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Inter wins 3-1 at Sheriff to move into 2nd in CL group

Inter Milan produced three second-half goals in a 3-1 win at upstart Sheriff to move into a qualifying position in Group D of the Champions League

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sets up teammate in Empoli game Sanchez took two shots (one on target), sent in two crosses, created three scoring chances and picked up an assist in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Sanchez received a rare start in the midweek round as Edin got most of the day off and capitalized on it by setting up Danilo D'Ambrosio with a sweet cross. This was his first start of the season. He will fight with Joaquin Correa for the role as the top backup up front. He has notched five shots, six chances and four crosses in seven matches. Inter will host Udinese Sunday.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Lazio match Sanchez will not join the teammates in Rome following a late return from international duties, coach Simone Inzaghi announced.

Impact Sanchez will fly back to Italy in the middle of the night and the coach elected not to call him up. Edin Dzeko, Lautaro Martinez and Joaquin Correa will be the top offensive options in this one, as the coach stated that the Argentinians will report back earlier.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Sampdoria Sanchez (calf) did not feature in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sampdoria.

Impact Sanchez was available off the bench after dealing with a calf problem, but the coach made different choices. He has three strikers ahead of him in the depth chart, but the injury to Stefano Sensi potentially opens up some backup minutes. Inter will host Real Madrid in Champions League Wednesday and then Bologna Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Sampdoria Sanchez (calf) is available for Sunday's match against Sampdoria.

Impact Sanchez is back after skipping the first two games due to a lingering calf problem. He could make an appearance off the bench in the second half, but will have to fight for minutes with Joaquin Correa and Stefano Sensi.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could make bench versus Sampdoria Sanchez has looked fine in practice and, depending on how the final session will go, he could be called up for Sunday's game against Sampdoria, Inter coach Simone Inzaghi announced...

Impact Sanchez has missed extended time with a calf strain, which has been hampering him since July. He has made strong strides during the break, and he could make the match-day squad list in this one. However, his role could be affected by the addition of Edin Dzeko and Joaquin Correa, while he was the third choice last year.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes practicing Sanchez (calf) has trained partially with the rest of the group at the start of the week and should go into full training soon, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Sanchez has had trouble recovering from a calf problem that sidelined him in the Copa America, but he is on the verge of returning. If he avoids setbacks, he could make the squad list for Sunday's game versus Sampdoria or for one of the two coming up next week.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ronaldo makes sensational return to Man United

Cristiano Ronaldo is headed back to Manchester United

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Facing uncertain timetable Sanchez (calf) was not called up by Chile for the upcoming international window and recently returned from Barcelona, where he underwent a series of tests on his injured calf, La G...

Impact Sanchez will now undertake a specific protocol to try being ready for the first match after the break, but there are no guarantees that will indeed be the case. He has Lautaro Martinez, Edin Dzeko and Joaquin Correa in the offensive depth chart.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Sanchez (calf) will miss Friday's game versus Verona, Rai Sport reports.

Impact Sanchez will sit out also the second round as expected, as he is recovering from a tricky calf issue. Inter have two more offensive options compared to the opener, Lautaro Martinez and Joaquin Correa, but Stefano Sensi might stay in the XI supporting Edin Dzeko.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for opener Sanchez has not recovered from his calf injury, coach Simone Inzaghi informed.

Impact Sanchez will be out for the opening game against Genoa and has slim chances to recover for the second one versus Verona as well. With Lautaro Martinez suspended, Edin Dzeko, Stefano Sensi, Ivan Perisic and Martin Satriano will be the top options for Inter up front Saturday.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with calf issue Sanchez is still dealing with a calf injury suffered while on international duty with Chile more than a month ago, according to Sempre Inter.

Impact Sanchez still has a few weeks to recover, but his time is waning to be ready for the season opener Aug. 21. He appeared in 30 league matches last season, but only 12 of those were starts and at 32 years old, those numbers probably won't get any better.

JULY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Copa America bracket favors Brazil; Argentina spots Uruguay

Argentina and Uruguay could meet in the Copa America semifinals after completing their group matches

JUNE 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi's Argentina draws 1-1 with Chile at Copa America

Argentina and Chile drew 1-1 in their Copa America opener despite an intense performance from Lionel Messi

JUNE 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Comes off bench against Udinese Sanchez (ankle) drew two fouls, won two duels and was dispossessed twice in 25 minutes in Sunday's 5-1 win over Udinese.

Impact Sanchez managed to play despite the pessimism in the lead-up of the game, but he did not make a great impact as a sub. He closes the season with seven goals, five assists and 33 chances created in 30 appearances (12 starts).

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely for Udinese match Sanchez (ankle) is a long-shot to feature Sunday versus Udinese as he has not practiced fully all week, Sky Sport reports.

Impact Sanchez might end up on the bench if the coach calls up the whole squad to celebrate the title, but he is unlikely to be deployed. Two among Romelu Lukaku, Andrea Pinamonti and Lautaro Martinez will get the start Sunday.

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Juventus clash Sanchez (ankle) did not travel to Turin for Saturday's match versus Juventus, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Sanchez is not dealing with a major injury, but the short turnaround did not allow him to be ready for this round. Romelu Lukaku and Lautaro Martinez are considered likely to start in this one and will be backed up by Andrea Pinamonti.

MAY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could recover for Juventus game Sanchez (ankle) did not require exams as he did not suffer a sprain and has an outside shot to be available for Saturday's match versus Juventus, Tuttosport reports.

Impact Sanchez will be a late call, but the injury he sustained versus Roma turned out to be just a knock. Even if cleared, Romelu Lukaku and Lautaro Martinez would still be the favorites to the starting jobs up front.

MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts ankle in Roma game Sanchez took one off-target shot, created one scoring chance, drew one foul and turned his ankle in 38 minutes in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Roma, Sky Sport reports.

Impact Sanchez had a promising start but was forced to bow out after a harsh tackle by an opponent. Given the short turnaround, he is unlikely to play Saturday against Juventus. Romelu Lukaku, Lautaro Martinez and Andrea Pinamonti would be the top options up front if that were the case.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Substitutes put Inter Milan on brink of Serie A title

Inter Milan won at Crotone 2-0 to move within striking distance of clinching the Serie A

MAY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS