Impact Ismajli didn't return to full training during the break and might miss out altogether Monday. Sebastian Walukiewicz and Sebastiano Luperto will likely start in the back versus Fiorentina.
OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Fiorentina game Ismajli (thigh) is likely to miss Monday's match versus Fiorentina, Il Tirreno reported.
Training on the side Ismajli has avoided a long-term injury but isn't a lock to be ready for the first game after the break, La Nazione reports.
Impact Ismajli withdrew from international duties to rehab and will try to get healthy before October 23's clash with Fiorentina. Sebastian Walukiewicz would get the nod if he wasn't ready.
OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured versus Udinese Ismajli had four clearances, one block, and one interception in 75 minutes before leaving Friday's 0-0 draw with Udinese due to a thigh problem, Sky Italy informs.
Impact Ismajli made his return to the XI after a similar issue and had a pretty good showing in the stalemate but couldn't finish the match as he got banged up. He'll have a couple of weeks to recover ahead of the next game. He was substituted by Sebastian Walukiewicz.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't play versus Bologna Ismajli (thigh) was an unused sub in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Bologna.
Impact Ismajli returned after missing two matches but wasn't fielded. The Empoli defense struggled sans him, so he could work his way back into the XI against Udinese.
OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Fit for Bologna contest Ismajli (thigh) will be available Sunday, coach Aurelio Andreazzoli relayed.
Impact Ismajli avoided big injuries and will be an option against Bologna and will compete with Sebastian Walukiewicz for the starting job. He has posted two clearances, five blocks, and two interceptions in four appearances, with no clean sheets.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable versus Salernitana Ismajli (thigh) won't be an option against Salernitana, coach Aurelio Andreazzoli relayed.
Impact Ismajli might have picked up a substantial thigh injury but is still undergoing evaluations to determine its severity. Sebastian Walukiewicz should get the call next to Sebastiano Luperto, while Lorenzo Tonelli will be the main defensive alternative.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Gets hurt in Inter contest Ismajli subbed off due to a thigh injury in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Inter after recording three blocks, two interceptions, and four clearnaces in 51 minutes, Sky Italy informs.
Impact Ismajili was having an excellent performance but pulled up during a sprint and couldn't continue. He was repalced by Sebastien Walukiewicz, The two have alternated next to Sebastiano Luperto so far.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
DNP versus Lazio Ismajli didn't feature in the season finale against Lazio, where Empoli lost 0-2.
Impact Ismajli starred regularly when fully fit, but he missed time on multiple occasions and also had to compete with youngsters Koni de Winter and Sebastian Walukiewicz. He appeared 25 times, tallying 40 tackles, 27 interceptions, 118 clearances, and 31 blocks and contributing to five clean sheets.
JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unused versus Bologna Ismajli didn't play in Thursday's 3-1 win over Bologna.
Impact Ismajli was back on the squad but didn't get minutes, and Sebastian Walukiewicz stayed in the XI. He could eventually recapture the starting job, but he has struggled to stay healthy lately.
MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Could be option against Bologna Ismajli (undisclosed) should be available Thursday versus Bologna, Corriere dello Sport informs.
Impact Ismajli was unavailable for the previous game, but his problem isn't serious, although he has dealt with a few ailments in recent weeks. He could supplant Sebastian Walukiewicz if in good enough shape.
MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Sassuolo Ismajli is unavailable for Sunday's match against Sassuolo.
Impact Ismajli has been in and out of the lineup with thigh problems recently, but it's unclear whether those resurfaced or if he's out with a different problem. Sebastien Walukiewicz is taking his place in the back.
APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Struggles versus Inter Ismajli (thigh) had three interceptions, three clearances, and two blocks and won one tackle in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Inter.
Impact Ismajli put up decent numbers but didn't manage to contain Romelu Lukakuu and the other Inter attackers. He'll see regular minutes if he manages to stay healthy as Empoli are dealing with other absences in the back. He has recorded seven tackles (four won), six interceptions, 15 clearances, and five blocks in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet.
APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Inter Ismajli (thigh) has been selected in the XI to face Inter Sunday.
Impact Ismajli was considered probable for this fixture and will indeed get the nod after sitting out the past two matches. He has recorded 37 tackles, 24 interceptions, 104 clearances, and 27 blocks in 21 appearances, contributing to five clean sheets.
APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to return versus Inter Ismajli (thigh) has trained without limitations for multiple days in a row and is likely to start versus Inter, La Nazione informs.
Impact Ismajli missed the past two games with a thigh injury, but he has solid chances to reclaim his starting job, also because Koni De Winter got hurt last week. He'll play over Sebastien Walukiewicz and Lorenzo Tonelli if in acceptable conditions. He has recorded nine tackles (seven won), six interceptions, 19 clearances, and five blocks in his last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.
APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable against Cremonese Ismajli won't be involved in Friday's game versus Cremonese, coach Paolo Zanetti announced.
Impact Ismajli reportedly aggravated a previous thigh problem and will miss his second fixture in a row because of it. Koni De Winter has generally filled in whenever he was out, while Sebastian Walukiewicz and Lorenzo Tonelli will be the alternative options in the back.
APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Milan game Ismajli is unavailable for Friday's fixture versus Milan, Empoli informs.
Impact Ismajli played through a thigh problem last week but didn't manage to make the bench for this one, although it hasn't been disclosed whether the issue is the same. Koni De Winter is getting the nod in relief.
APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Wins four duels versus Lecce Ismajli (thigh) created two scoring chances and generated one tackle (one won), one clearance, and one interception in Monday's 1-0 win against Lecce.
Impact Ismajli took advantage of the break to recover from an ailment, returned to the XI, and had a workmanlike performance in the back. He has registered ten tackles (seven won), six interceptions, 18 clearances, and five blocks in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.
APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Monday Ismajli (thigh) was named to the starting XI versus Lecce on Monday.
Impact Prior to the international break, Ismajli made a 20-minute substitute appearance for the club in which he picked up his thigh problem. It seems the extra time off will prevent the central defender from missing any additional time, as he will reclaim his spot in the starting XI where he has featured in 18 of his 20 Serie A matches for the club this season.
APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Fit for Lecce game Ismajli is fine and will be available Monday against Lecce, coach Paolo Zanetti announced.
Impact Ismajli practiced on the side for a few days after picking up an injury in the past game, but he has managed to recover and will compete with Koni De Winter to start in the back. He has notched ten tackles (seven won), six interceptions, 25 clearances, and four blocks in the last five matches, with no clean sheets.
APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves Sassuolo game with injury Ismajli played 20 minutes off the bench, recording one successful tackle, one interception, and four clearances, before bowing out with a groin/thigh injury, Sky Italy reports.
Impact Ismajli didn't get the start in this one but came off the bench to help the defense later on. However, he couldn't finish the game due to a muscular problem. He'll be assessed in the next few days. Koni De Winter would get some run if he had to miss some more time.
MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal in Napoli calash Ismajli was saddled with an own goal and had four tackles (four won), seven clearances, and two interceptions in Saturday's 0-2 defeat to Napoli.
Impact Ismajli marred an otherwise strong showing by beating his own goalie with a goofy deflection on a cross by Piotr Zielinski. He has notched seven tackles (all won), four interceptions, 18 clearances, and two blocks in the last three games since returning from injury, with no clean sheets.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Wins two tackles against Spezia Ismajli (thigh) had three clearances and one interception and won two of two tackles in Saturday's 2-2 tie with Spezia.
Impact Ismajli was picked over Koni De Winter immediately upon recovering from injury, and he had a sound performance even though his side gave up two goals. He'll likely remain the starter for as long as he's healthy. He has notched 26 tackles, 17 interceptions, 77 clearances, and 22 blocks in 15 games, with four clean sheets.
FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Spezia Ismajli is fit and in the starting XI to face Spezia on Saturday.
Impact Ismajli returns from a thigh injury in time to take up a role in Empoli's back four. The defender has helped his club keep four clean sheets in his 15 appearances.
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Could be back versus Spezia Ismajli (thigh) re-joined his teammates in practice in the lead-up to Saturday's game against Spezia, La Nazione reports.
Impact Ismajli has been out for three weeks due to a thigh strain. If available, he'll compete with Koni De Winter, who filled in for him in recent matches. It's possible he'll be given some more time before returning to the starting XI. He has tallied 24 tackles, 16 interceptions, 74 clearances, and 22 blocks in 14 matches, contributing to four clean sheets.
FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss some time Ismajli has been diagnosed with a low-grade strain of the semitendinosus muscle of the right thigh, Empoli announced.
Impact Ismajli will be sidelined for three-to-four weeks depending on how the rehab goes, thus skipping multiple matches. Koni De Winter and Sebastian Walukiewicz are next in line in the back.
JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
