EMERSON NEWS

Poor in Juventus meeting Emerson recorded three crosses (zero accurate), four clearances and three tackles (all won) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Juventus.

Impact Emerson assembled a decent stat-line but was often put on skates while guarding Samuel Mbangula and the other wingers and played a key role in the opposing team's opener, rerouting a shot that his goalie could have perhaps saved otherwise. He hasn't been great lately but hasn't ceded minutes to Davide Calabria so far. He has registered six shots (two on target), six key passes, 16 crosses (one accurate) and 17 tackles (10 won) in his last five outings.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Swings in five crosses in Como match Emerson won five of nine tackles and had five crosses (zero accurate), one interception and one clearance in Tuesday's 2-1 victory against Como.

Impact Emerson didn't have great touch on his deliveries but filled it up defensively in the narrow win. However, his team couldn't secure the clean sheet. He has logged six shots (two on target), six key passes, 13 crosses (one accurate) and 14 tackles (seven won) in his last five outings.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Emerson cleared a one-game suspension in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Cagliari.

Impact Emerson will return midweek versus Como and likely get the nod over Davide Calabria at right-back, as he has done for the entire season. He has totaled eight shots (three on target), 12 crosses (one accurate), nine tackles (four won) and 23 clearances in his last five showings, contributing to two clean sheets.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Cagliari game Emerson picked up his fifth domestic yellow card in Friday's Supercoppa semi-final against Juventus.

Impact Emerson will serve the ban for yellow-card accumulation in the next Serie A game versus Cagliari on January 11. Davide Calabria, Alex Jimenez or Filippo Terracciano will fill in for him at right-back.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good versus Genoa Emerson had won two of three tackles and four crosses (one accurate), eight clearances and three chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Emerson took advantage of the comfortable match-up to attack more than usual and was fine in the back as well, setting a new season high in clearances. He has tallied eight crosses (one accurate), seven tackles (four won), six interceptions and 17 clearances in the last five games, with two clean sheets.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Empoli fixture Emerson registered two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), one interception and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Empoli.

Impact Emerson resumed starting after dealing with an ankle bruise and had a sound display on both ends. He'll occasionally be replaced by Davide Calabria, who's healthier compared to the start of the season, but he'll remain the top option in the role. He has notched 10 crosses (two accurate), 14 tackles (eight won) and seven clearances in the last five fixtures, with one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in versus Slovan Bratislava Emerson (ankle) had one block and seven touches in 16 minutes in Tuesday's 3-2 win versus Slovan Bratislava.

Impact Emerson dropped to the bench due to a knock but was still able to make a cameo. He'll likely return to the XI over Davide Calabria against Empoli if he's in better shape.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Emerson (ankle) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Slovan Bratislava.

Impact Emerson is back with the team missing no time, earning a spot on the bench Tuesday. He has been a regular starter, so he will look to get some time to test his legs before hopefully starting in their next outing.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing ankle injury Emerson "hasn't trained in recent days due to an ankle problem, and Davide Calabria will get an opportunity versus Slovan Bratislava on Tuesday," coach Paulo Fonseca informed.

Impact Emerson will see his run of starts come to an end and might be unavailable altogether depending on how he feels on game day.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Juventus tilt Emerson had four crosses (zero accurate), one interception and one clearance and won six of eight tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Juventus.

Impact Emerson wasn't always on point in the back and was imprecise in his deliveries but racked up stats on both ends as he was often under pressure and had room to attack. He has recorded 10 crosses (two accurate), 14 tackles (eight won) and eight clearances in his last five showings.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles in Udinese match Emerson drew one foul and recorded four tackles (three won) and four clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Udinese.

Impact Emerson never attacked but put up good numbers in the back and limited his direct opponents for the most part. He has posted 17 crosses (six accurate), 11 tackles (seven won) and 10 clearances in the last five games, contributing to two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in seven crosses Emerson had seven crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Fiorentina.

Impact Emerson saw a decent match Sunday, leading his team in crosses after whipping in seven, giving him a new match-high on the season for that stat. He also added one interception and two clearances in the defense.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Lecce match Emerson generated three crosses (one accurate), three tackles (one won), one clearance and one chance created in Friday's 3-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Emerson continues to see full minutes thanks to Davide Calabria's injury woes, and his performances have been growing steadily on both ends. He has posted five chances created, 11 crosses (two accurate) and nine tackles (five won) in the last five games.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in five crosses against Inter Emerson had five crosses (one accurate), two tackles (both one), two blocks and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Inter Milan.

Impact Emerson wasn't impeccable on the Federico Dimarco goal but didn't have big blunders in the back and made his presence felt more than a few times on offense, registering his season high in crosses and pacing his side in such a stat. His competition Davide Calabria has struggled to stay healthy so far.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable against Venezia Emerson had two crosses (zero accurate), two tackles (two won), three clearances and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Emerson was energetic on both ends and easily had his best showing since moving to Milan. His main competitor Davide Calabria is tending to a knock, so he might string together a few starts in a row. He has posted three crosses (one accurate), five clearances and four tackles in three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in against Parma Emerson had one cross (one accurate), one interception and one tackle (zero won) in 23 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Parma.

Impact Emerson made his Milan debut after it was delayed by red tape last week but didn't make an impact and was partially at fault for the second Parma goal. He'll look to get acclimated to his new surroundings in a hurry.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Parma game Emerson will be an option for the Parma game Saturday and will push Davide Calabria for the starting job, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Emerson and the team have sorted out the bureaucracy that didn't allow him to play right away, and he'll compete with his new teammate for most of the season, also depending on how offensive-minded the coach decides to be in each game.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Torino game Emerson won't be available versus Torino on Saturday due to bureaucratic reasons, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Emerson and Milan haven't completed the red tape stemming from his transfer yet, plus he had very little time to train with his new team. Davide Calabria will handle the right-back role Saturday.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes AC Milan move Emerson has completed a permanent transfer from Tottenham to AC Milan, his former club announced Monday.

Impact Emerson's move to AC Milan had been in the works for quite some time, and now the full-back will move to Italy, where he could see more minutes compared to the ones he would've had with the Spurs. Had he stayed in England, he would've been a backup to Pedro Porro, but in Milan he might have a legitimate shot at earning a regular starting role.

AUGUST 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet campaign with Spurs Emerson scored one goal and picked up four yellow cards in 22 appearances (11 starts) this past season.

Impact Emerson found himself playing a variety of positions this past season due to injuries in Spurs' backline. He started three matches at his natural position of right-back, four at left-back and four at center-back when Spurs had a massive injury crisis at the end of November and through December. Given the circumstances he played fairly well and proved to be an important part of the squad. If he returns to Spurs next season he will likely serve mainly as a backup to Pedro Porro at right-back.

JUNE 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in start Emerson had five crosses (one accurate) and three tackles in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Emerson started his second consecutive match Saturday as Pedro Porro (strain) remains sidelined. He recorded a season-high five crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls on the attack. He played well defensively too as his side did not allow a shot on target from open play and he finished the match with one won tackle, one interception, one clearance and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in new position Emerson had two tackles (two won) and nine clearances in Sunday's 3-3 draw against Manchester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 95th minute.

Impact With Cristian Romero (suspension), Micky Van de Ven (hamstring) and Eric Dier (undisclosed) all unavailable Sunday, Emerson, a natural right-back, was forced to play at center back away at the reigning champions. Although his side conceded three goals, Emerson had a solid outing, highlighted by his nine clearances, a mark that shatters his previous season high. Romero has now completed his three-match suspension and Dier's injury does not appear to be a long-term one, so Emerson is set to return to the bench for the foreseeable future.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively as substitute Emerson had four tackles (three won), one clearance and two interceptions in Monday's 4-1 loss against Chelsea.

Impact Emerson came onto the pitch for James Maddison with Spurs down to 10 men before halftime and finished the match with a solid defensive output despite the scoreline. With Cristian Romero (suspension) and Micky van de Ven (hamstring) both likely out for three or more matches, Emerson is likely in for more playing time in the near future, possibly playing in central defense with Spurs lack of depth in that area.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores long range strike Emerson scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Brentford.

Impact Emerson scored an impressive goal Sunday, as he slotted the ball into the bottom left corner from outside the box in first half stoppage time. It was the only shot he took in the match. He had a decent game defensively as well, finishing with one tackle and three clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent season at right-back Emerson scored two goals, recorded one assist and kept seven clean sheets in 26 appearances (20 starts) this past season.

Impact Emerson put together a solid season for Spurs with three goal contributions in 26 appearances. He also established himself as an important defensive asset on the right, as he made 65 clearances, 54 tackles and kept seven clean sheets. With a new manager set to lead the club, a major decision looms on whether to play Pedro Porro or Emerson, or play with a formation which can utilize both players.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE