Impact Ismajli seemed to signal a muscular issue when he bowed out but might have been affected by something different and less severe. He'll be assessed throughout the week ahead of the Inter clash next Sunday.
3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
Might not be dealing with an injury "Ismajli wasn't 100 percent because he had a procedure on his hand this week and perhaps got dizzy because of it," coach Roberto D'Aversa stated.
Limps off against Lecce Ismajli had six clearances in 21 minutes before exiting Saturday's match versus Lecce due to a possible thigh injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.
Impact Ismajli put up numbers relative to his minutes but struggled like the rest of the Empoli defense, which gave up two early goals due to collective miscues. He's headed for some tests. His side will face Inter away Sunday. Mattia De Sciglio replaced him off the bench.
3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
Passable in Venezia bout Ismajli had three interceptions, four clearances, one block and two tackles (one won) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Venezia.
Impact Ismajli picked up stats across the board in the back but didn't rack up stats like in previous matches as Empoli pulled the strings for the most part after conceding. He has registered six tackles (five won), 13 interceptions, 37 clearances and three blocks in the last five games.
JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Puts up numbers versus Genoa Ismajli won one of one tackle and registered one tackle (one won), 11 clearances and four interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Genoa.
Impact Ismajli was busy as usual in the back but his team allowed two goals, and he wasn't spotless, as Caleb Ekuban outworked him in the box on the second and decisive Genoa score. He has tallied five tackles (all won), 14 interceptions, 34 clearances and five blocks in the last four matches, with no clean sheets.
DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Notches four interceptions versus Milan Ismajli registered one tackle (one won), one clearance, three blocks and four interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 loss to AC Milan.
Impact Ismajli put up small numbers relative to his recent standards, and his team struggled mightily to contain Milan in the large loss. He has tallied three tackles (all won), 14 interceptions, 42 clearances and ten blocks in the last five fixtures, contributing to one clean sheet.
NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Logs heaps of clearance versus Lecce Ismajli recorded one tackle (one won), 14 clearances, one block and two interceptions in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.
Impact Ismajli recorded his second-highest tally of the season in clearances as Empoli bunkered up in the second half, but his side eventually conceded. He has registered four tackles (all won), nine interceptions and 38 clearances in the last five rounds, with one clean sheet.
NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Racks up stats against Inter Ismajli recorded seven clearances, two blocks and one interception in Wednesday's 3-0 loss to Inter Milan.
Impact Ismajli had another busy performance while trying to limit the opponents, but the Empoli rearguard faltered in the final portion of the game. He has tallied 10 interceptions, 41 clearances and five tackles (four won) in the last five contests.
OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Another great display in loss Ismajli had one off-target shot, made 12 clearances and two interceptions and drew two fouls during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Lazio.
Impact Ismajli just can't stop being amazing at the heart of the defense. The center-back saw his side conceding one goal each half but still did his part, dominating against opposing forwards and having double-digit clearances for the fourth time over the last five games. With 73 clearances over seven league starts, Ismajli had at least 30 more than any other Serie A player this season.
OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Busy again versus Cagliari Ismajli had one tackle (one won), two interceptions, one block and 13 clearances in Friday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.
Impact Ismajli once again racked up stats while helping the Empoli defense keep the third clean sheet in five rounds. He has put up numbers in the process as he has registered 51 clearances, six blocks and six interceptions.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Fills it up versus Juventus Ismajli registered one tackle (one won), nine clearances, two blocks and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Juventus.
Impact Ismajli was impeccable despite the daunting match-up, helping his side keep an impressive clean sheet. He has contributed to two in four games, posting 38 clearances, four interceptions and five blocks.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Very busy in Bologna fixture Ismajli drew one foul and had one tackle (one won), 17 clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Bologna.
Impact Ismajli held the backline together throughout the match and thwarted several actions with his timely interventions. He'll be a full-time starter as long as he's healthy, which has been an issue for him at times in the past. He has registered three interceptions, 29 clearances and three blocks in three games, contributing to one clean sheet.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Notches six clearances versus Frosinone Ismajli (thigh) had one interception, one block, one tackle (zero won) and six clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Frosinone.
Impact Ismajli was thrust into the XI following a six-game layoff since Empoli were down Sebastian Walukiewicz (thigh) and turned in a solid shift despite not being 100 percent. He'll stay in the XI as long as his teammate is sidelined and compete with Bartosz Beresyznski afterward.
MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Starting in injury return Ismajli (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Frosinone.
Impact Ismajli jumps straight into the starting XI following a six match injury absence. The defender has been a locked in starter when fit this season starting 20 of his 23 league appearances.
MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Late call for Frosinone game Ismajli (thigh) has a chance to be available against Frosinone on Sunday, GIornale d'Italia relayed.
Impact Ismajli has started doing more in training after sitting out six matches because of a thigh strain, but it's not certain he'll be back in this one. His return, even on the bench, would be particularly helpful since Sebastian Walukiewicz (thigh) went down in the previous game and is iffy.
MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Absent against Torino Ismajli (thigh) will stay on the mend for Monday's fixture versus Torino, Il Tirreno reported.
Impact Ismajli hasn't progressed enough in training to be available yet and will skip his third contest in a row despite having had the break at his disposal to heal. Bartosz Bereszynki has starred consistently in relief.
APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Inter Ismajli (thigh) is out for Monday's match against Inter Milan.
Impact Ismajli was unlikely to make the team sheet Monday, with that now coming to full effect, as he has been left out of the selection for the tilt with Inter. He will now look for a return against Torino on Saturday, as he is a regular starter when healthy.
APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Inter clash Ismajli (thigh) is unlikely to be rushed back and might stay out for Monday's game versus Inter, Sky Italy reported.
Impact Ismajli is at the earlier end of his timetable, and the coach didn't provide an update on him in the pre-game presser. He might not start even if he's available to avoid risks.
MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Diagnosed with strain Ismajli suffered a low-grade left thigh strain against Milan, Empoli announced.
Impact Ismajli will miss Friday's home match versus Bologna and attempt to recover during the break, but he's not a lock to make it for the first game after it against Inter. Bartosz Bereszynski and Saba Goglichidze are the next men up at the position.
MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off early Sunday Ismajli was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match against Milan with an injury.
Impact Ismajli left the match in the 42nd minute being replaced by Bartosz Bereszynski. The extent of the defender's injury should be available following the match.
MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in Sassuolo fixture Ismajli had one cross (zero accurate), 10 clearances, one interception and two tackles (one won) in Saturday's 3-2 win over Sassuolo.
Impact Ismajli put up big numbers for the second consecutive game but also caused a PK by stepping on an opponent's foot in the box and was subsequently booked. He has started six matches in a row, registering nine tackles (five won), 35 clerances and five interceptions, with two clean sheets.
FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Logs five clearances versus Monza Ismajli (ribs) had two interceptions, five clearances, and one inaccurate cross in Sunday's 3-0 win over Monza.
Impact Ismajli returned from a brief absence and helped his team shut out the opponents with a solid shift. He's going to be a regular if the new coach sticks with a three-man line. He has posted three tackles (two won), six interceptions, and 18 clearances in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet.
JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Monza Ismajli (ribs) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Monza.
Impact Ismajli returns from a rib injury which kept him out of last week's match against Verona. The defender has helped Empoli to one clean sheet in his 14 appearances.
JANUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Likely for Monza game Ismajli (ribs) is set to be an option for Sunday's bout against Monza, Gianluca DI Marzio informed.
Impact Ismajli was unavailable last week, but his problem was minor and he returned to full training pretty quickly afterward. He'll be in contention with Sebastian Walukiewicz right after a coaching change. He has tallied three tackles (two won), five interceptions, and 23 clearances in his last six appearances, with no clean sheets.
JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Verona Ismajli is unavailable for Saturday's game versus Verona due to a rib contusion, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.
Impact Ismajli picked up a bruise in training and hasn't been cleared for this one. Sebastian Walukiewicz and Sebastiano Luperto are teaming up in the middle of the defense.
JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Logs seven clearances agaisnt Napoli Ismajli had two tackles (one won), one block, seven clearances, and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Napoli.
Impact Ismajli bounced back from a pair of subpar showings by contributing to shutting down one of the best teams in the league. He'll start regularly if he stays healthy, which has been a problem for him in the past two seasons. He has tallied six tackles, six interceptions, and 20 clearances in his last four appearances.
NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
