BRAHIM DIAZ NEWS

Available versus Cagliari Diaz (knock) is traveling to Cagliari with the rest of the team, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Diaz is not 100 percent, but his problem is minor and is expected to at least be an option off the bench. He could start if the team decided to spare Sandro Tonali, who is sick. Rade Krunic is also in contention. He has posted two chances, two crosses and five tackles in the last four appearances.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Slight doubt for Cagliari game Diaz picked up a knock in practice and will have to be further assessed ahead of Saturday's match versus Cagliari, coach Stefano Pioli announced.

Impact Diaz could have an opportunity to return to the XI since Sandro Tonali is under the weather, but he is not completely healthy either. Rade Krunic would sneak into the starting lineup if neither of the two teammates was fit enough.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in Udinese game Diaz sent in one inaccurate cross, created two scoring chances, drew two fouls and won six duels in Friday's 1-1 draw with Udinese.

Impact Diaz did not take a shot for the fifth time in the last six matches, but he was pretty precious in connecting the lines and could have easily picked up an assist in this one thanks to a pair of inspired passes. He has recorded four shots, five chances, one cross and seven tackles in the last eight matches. Milan will visit Napoli next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Influential in derby Diaz took one off-target shot, drew two fouls, had two successful take-ons and created one scoring chance in 32 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 wn over Inter.

Impact Diaz ceded the starting job to the returning Franck Kessie as the coach tweaked the scheme, but he had a good cameo off the bench, providing a jolt and linking up with Olivier Giroud ahead of the equalizer, although he was not credited with an assist. He could be back to the XI in next Sunday's home game versus Sampdoria. He has been up and down over his last five performances, tallying just four shots, three chances and three tackles.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Invisible against Napoli Diaz drew three fouls, won four duels and was dispossessed three times in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Napoli.

Impact Diaz had trouble finding the right position on the mitch and never escaped the physical Napoli defenders in this one. He has not hit the net since September. He has provided two assists and added nine shots, eight chances created and two crosses in the last five games. Milan will visit Empoli Wednesday.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Paltry in Udinese game Diaz took two off-target shots, sent in one inaccurate cross, drew one foul and was dispossessed five times in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Udinese.

Impact Diaz has been rather boom-or-boost after a lengthy bout with COVID and has not been able to recapture the consistency he had at the beginning of the season. He has provided two assists and tallied 11 shots, three crosses and ten chances created in the last nine matches. Milan will host Napoli next Sunday.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Salernitana game Diaz took five shots (one on target), created five scoring chances, drew one foul and provided an assist in Saturday's 2-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Diaz paced his team in shots and chances and teed up Alexis Saelemaekers with a sweet dish in the box ahead of the second goal of the game. However, he left something on the table as he had multiple clear-cut opportunities to score, but he could not cash in due to lack of touch. After a few quiet outings following a bout with COVID, he has produced in the past four, logging two assists, nine shots and nine chances created. Milan will host Liverpool in Champions League Tuesday and then visit Udinese next Saturday.

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Diaz took two shots and assisted a goal in Wednesday's 3-0 victory against Genoa. He also made an interception, and he created three chances overall in the match.

Impact Diaz set up Junior Messias' second goal against Genoa on Wednesday for his first Seire A assist since August. He hasn't been as effective in November as he was in the beginning of the year, before contracting COVID-19 and missing almost the whole of October. He has four shots (none on target) and five chances created in six November appearances, compared to 15 shots (seven on target) and 11 chances created in nine games before his bout of COVID.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Does little against Fiorentina Diaz created one scoring chance, had one successful take-on, won two duels and was dispossessed twice in Saturday's 3-4 loss to Milan.

Impact Diaz had the third straight underwhelming outing in a row as he has struggled to re-find his footing after dealing with COVID. Before the lull, he had posted four goals and two assists in nine games, so it could be just a matter of time and conditioning before he resumes being a fantasy asset. Milan will face Atletico Madrid away in Champions League Wednesday and then host Sassuolo Sunday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Inter Diaz sent in one inaccurate cross, drew one foul, had two successful take-ons and won three duels in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Inter.

Impact Diaz had a pair of mazing runs but was mostly contained by the opponent and is still searching for the best shape after dealing with COVID. He has recorded four goals, two assists, 15 shots and 11 chances created in 11 matches. Milan will face Fiorentina away after the break.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 68 minutes in return Diaz played 68 minutes in Wednesday's draw against Milan but only accounted for one clearance.

Impact Diaz had gone five straight games without playing after contracting COVID-19 and while he was ineffectual in this match, undoubtedly the best news is the fact that he played and looked good from a fitness point of view. He could be in contention for a starting role ahead of Sunday's derby against Inter Milan.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Roma Diaz (COVID) did not feature in Sunday's 2-1 win over Roma.

Impact Diaz made the match-day squad list, but he did not start and did not sub in due to the game flow and the early red card against Theo Hernandez, as the coach opted for more defensive changes. He will likely be in the XI for Wednesday's Champions League home game versus Porto. He has tallied posted three goals, two assists, 15 shots and 12 chances created in nine matches. Milan will then face Inter Sunday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Roma Diaz has not shown any lingering effects of COVID in practice and he has good chances to start in Sunday's road game versus Roma, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Diaz has been a full go in training since clearing the protocol and will quickly reprise his key role, although it is still possible the coach decides to manage him a little at first. He has posted three goals, two assists, 15 shots and 12 chances created in nine matches. Rade Krunic's minutes are set to decrease with Diaz back into the fold.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off Coronavirus Diaz has turned negative and will soon take the required medical for his return to practice, Milan announced.

Impact Diaz dealt with the virus for the standard ten days. He will obviously miss Tuesday's match with Torino, but he will have multiple practices to be ready, likely in limited fashion, for Sunday's clash with Roma. Rade Krunic and Daniel Maldini will fill in at no.10 in the meantime.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Diaz has contracted Coronavirus and is isolating at home, Milan announced.

Impact Diaz could not practice because of an illness Friday and the ensuing COVID test came back positive. He will miss also the Porto game coming up midweek and will be a long-shot for next Saturday's game versus Bologna. Daniel Maldini or Rade Krunic will fill in as no.10.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Verona game Diaz did not practice Friday because of an illness and will be re-evaluated Saturday, coach Stefano Pioli announced.

Impact Diaz came down with an illness late in the week, which puts him at risk for the Saturday match. Daniel Maldini and Rade Krunic would be options to take his place if he could not shake it off in time.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Atalanta Diaz took two shots (one on target), had three successful take-ons, won four duels and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 3-2 win over Atalanta.

Impact Diaz did not manage to put up good-looking numbers or participate in any of the three goals in this one. He scored four times thus far, adding two assists, 15 shots and 12 chances created in nine matches. Milan will host Verona in two weeks.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Euro scouting guide: Brahim Diaz, Mohamed Bayo, Odilon Kossounou and Mohamed-Ali Cho From players let go by Manchester City and Everton to Leverkusen's latest centre-back signing and a striker making the step up to Ligue 1

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Assists in loss Diaz provided one assist on two chances created during Tuesday's 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Diaz made it four goal contributions in his last five matches with an assist, his second of the season. The midfielder did well throughout, but lost some offensive ability when Franck Kessie was sent off. The midfielder will look to keep the great form going Sunday, away to Atalanta.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Decides Spezia match Diaz took one shot on target, sent in one accurate cross, created one chance and scored a goal in eight minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Diaz was mostly rested in this one, but he still bagged a clutch goal to win the game late, putting it through the legs of the goalkeepers from close range. He is already up for four goals, one assist, 12 shots and eight chances created in seven appearances. Milan will host Atletico Madrid in Champions League Tuesday and then visit Atalanta next Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Diaz scored once on two shots (one on goal) during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Venice.

Impact Diaz scored his third goal of the campaign in his fifth start, continuing a really strong run. The forward has linked up well with those around him and is consistently causing trouble for back lines with his creativity. Next up is a favorable Saturday trip away to Spezia.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus gets 1st victory of Serie A season, AC Milan wins

Critics had been demanding that Juventus use its younger players more during a horrendous start to Serie A, and they had to be appeased after Moise Kean, Federico Chiesa and Matthi...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates three chances against Juventus Diaz sent in one accurate cross, created three scoring chances, had four successful take-ons and won six duels in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.

Impact Diaz was his usual slippery self in this one, and he glided through defenders at will. He led his team in chances and could have had easily come up with an assist. He has scored twice, set up one teammate, taken nine shots and created six chances in five matches. Milan will host Venezia Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Henderson clinches 3-2 win for Liverpool over AC Milan in CL

Jordan Henderson has capped Liverpool’s second-half comeback with a brilliantly controlled finish to clinch a 3-2 win over AC Milan in the Champions League

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Provides assist in win Diaz provided one assist, took one shot off target, create two chances, delivered two crosses, made one interception and drew one foul in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Diaz had a great offensive outing Sunday as he provided one assist to help his side earn all three points. The striker has started the new season on a strong note as he has registered one goal and one assist in two appearances, along with four shots, two chances created and two crosses.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE