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Will return to Milan Ballo-Toure is heading back to AC Milan following the end of his loan with Fulham.

Impact Ballo-Toure will head back to his parent club this off-season, as he is returning to Italy after his one-year loan spell came to an end. He was underwhelming while with Fulham, only appearing six times, all being off the bench, notching two clearances, three interceptions and four tackles.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in AFCON return Ballo-Toure is on the bench for Fulham during Saturday's match against Burnley.

Impact Ballo-Toure has returned to the squad following international duty with Senegal. The defender has played just 48 minutes in four substitute appearances for Fulham in the Premier League.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned by Senegal Toure was summoned by Senegal for AFCON 2024.

Impact Toure will miss at least three weeks while away at AFCON, though his absence won't play a factor in the Fulham starting XI. Since joining the club Toure has made just four bench appearances and has gone unused more often than not. Toure's earliest chance to return is a Jan. 30 clash with Everton.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Fulham Ballo-Toure has joined Fulham on a season-long loan from Milan, the team announced.

Impact Ballo-Toure wouldn't have played with Milan had he stayed and found a new team at the buzzer. He featured just 14 times (six starts) last season, recording four chances created, 20 crosses (six on target), and 16 tackles. He'll be an extra option at left-back.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frozen out by the club Ballo-Toure won't be involved in the early matches because he's in talks to depart, Goal relays.

Impact Ballo-Toure hasn't played in the summer friendlies and has been linked to a few clubs, but his exit has yet to materialize. Unless they sign a new option, Theo Hernandez, Alessandro Florenzi, and Davide Bartesaghi will man the left-back position for Milan this season.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Verona Ballo-Toure didn't play in a 3-1 win over Verona in the season finale.

Impact Balo-Toure occasionally relieved Theo Hernandez but not in this one. He appeared 14 times (six starts); recorded one goal, 20 crosses (six accurate), 16 tackles, and seven interceptions, contributing to one clean sheet.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins nine duels versus Cremonese Ballo-Toure drew two fouls, won nine duels, and registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Cremonese.

Impact Ballo-Toure relieved Theo Hernandez in the midweek round and was decently energetic, but he didn't do much offensively. He has played just three times in the past nine matches, posting four shots (two on target), two key passes, nine crosses (two accurate), and eight tackles (seven won).

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Very lively in Bologna game Ballo-Toure won four of four tackles and had two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate), and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Bologna.

Impact Balo-Toure relieved Theo Hernandez and was one of the most energetic men for his side, providing a solid contribution at both ends of the pitch. He hadn't played in four games. He has recorded one goal, 16 crosses (six accurate), 11 tackles, and two interceptions in five Serie A appearances.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Sassuolo Ballo-Toure (shoulder) is a bench option for Sunday's bout with Sassuolo.

Impact Ballo-Toure is fit after missing four matches due to shoulder surgery and will reprise backing up Theo Hernandez on the left flank.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Ballo-Toure had surgery to stabilize the right shoulder following an AC joint sprain and will miss a month, Milan announced.

Impact Ballo-Toure quickly went under the knife after getting hurt in practice and will miss the next several matches. Sergino Dest will deputize Theo Hernandez while he's out.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers shoulder injury Ballo-Toure landed hard on his right shoulder in a friendly versus PSV and will be evaluated in the next few days, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Ballo-Toure could get a spot start in Wednesday's match versus Salernitana since Theo Hernandez returned late from the World Cup, but it'll hinge on his health. Davide Calabria and Sergino Dest would also be options to fill in at left-back if the coach decided to hold out the starter initially.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Ecuador Ballo-Toure made the bench for Tuesday's match against Ecuador.

Impact Ballo-Toure missed the first two matches and at least one was the result of an injury. He's still no guarantee to start with Ismail Jakobs and Youssouf Sabaly on the pitch.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Ballo-Toure (undisclosed) returned to training with Senegal this week ahead of Tuesday's clash against Ecuador.

Impact Ballo-Toure missed Friday's win over Qatar due to injury, but he is back with the squad now and should be available the final group stage game on Tuesday. Abdou Diallo or Ismail Jakobs remain the more likely options to start at left-back over him even when healthy.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Qatar Ballo-Toure will miss Friday's clash against Qatar due to injury, Senegal manager announced in a press conference Thursday.

Impact Ballo-Toure picked up a knock this week and had to train separately from the rest of the group, and he has now been ruled out for Friday's game. Regardless, Ballo-Toure was an unused substitute in the opening match against the Netherlands and Abdou Diallo (strain) or Ismail Jakobs is likely to start at left-back versus Qatar.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Ballo-Toure had one cross (zero accurate) and zero chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Ballo-Toure added four interceptions and two tackles to that on a day where the left-back was busy up and down the flank. Ballo-Toure isn't likely to stay in the starting XI when some combination of Theo Hernandez (thigh), Davide Calabria (thigh), and Alessandro Florenzi (thigh) return. That said all three are dealing with relatively serious injuries so it's possible Ballo-Toure sees consistent playing time until the World Cup, especially with games nearly every three days in a hectic October schedule.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Ballo-Toure scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing three times (two accurate) and blocking two shots during Saturday's 3-1 win over Empoli.

Impact Ballo-Toure found the back of the net in the 94th minute scoring his first career Serie A goal. The fullback finished with a team-high two blocked shots in the win.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Does not feature against Sassuolo Ballo-Toure was an unused sub in Sunday's 3-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Ballo-Toure has gotten minutes only early on and when Theo Hernandez was unavailable in his first Serie A campaign. He tallied four chances, 19 crosses (three accurate), 26 tackles and six interceptions in 12 appearances (six starts).

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Sampdoria Ballo-Toure (thigh) did not feature in Sunday's 1-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Ballo-Toure spent the whole game on the bench in his first game after AFCON, as Davide Calabria and Alessandro Florenzi played almost the entire campaign. He will have trouble seeing minutes behind star left-back Theo Hernandez. He has two shots, three chances, 18 tackles and four clearances in nine Serie A appearances (five starts). Milan will face Salernitana away Saturday.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Sampdoria Ballo-Toure (thigh) made Milan's match-day squad list to face Sampdoria Sunday.

Impact Ballo-Toure passed a late physical test after he got injured during AFCON, but the coach preferred to adapt Davide Calabria to the left-back position, with Alessandro on the opposite flank, to replace Theo Hernandez.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sampdoria game Ballo-Toure (thigh) was able to practice in limited fashion after returning from AFCON, as his injury might not be as serious as originally thought, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Ballo-Toure picked up a thigh problem during his time in Cameroon, but the coach stated that he looked fine in his first practice and that he would be a late call for Sunday. Milan have an opening in his role considering Theo Hernandez's suspension, although Alessandro Florenzi and Pierre Kalulu have better chances to start. He has posted 18 crosses, 18 tackles and four clearances in nine appearances (five starts).

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Ballo-Toure will miss three weeks as he sustained an adductor strain while playing with Senegal, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Ballo-Toure will have to sit out two or three matches after returning from the competition. He generally backs up Theo Hernandez. Pierre Kalulu and Davide Calabria can play at left-back if necessary.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for AFCON Ballo-Toure is part of the Senegal squad for the African Cup of Nations.

Impact Ballo-Toure will be unavailable for the next four Serie A games. Pierre Kalulu will back up the starter Theo Hernandez at left-back in January.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fine for Fiorentina game Ballo-Toure (undisclosed) practiced fully Thursday as the problem he suffered with Senegal was minor, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Ballo-Toure came back early but the tests ruled out any muscular problem and he will be available for Saturday's match against Fiorentina. He will back up Theo Hernandez in the next few games. He has posted 16 crosses, 20 tackles, six interceptions and two chances created in eight games (five starts).

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt with national team Ballo-Toure headed back home early due to muscular problems, the Senegal national team coach Aliou Cisse announced.

Impact Ballo-Toure will take some tests upon returning to Italy, but the initial reports are not optimistic. Milan are depleted on the defensive flanks since Davide Calabria is out as well. However, Theo Hernandez will return from suspension against Fiorentina Saturday.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sloppy in Inter clash Ballo-Toure won two of two tackles and two duels and had one clearance and one block in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Inter.

Impact Ballo-Toure drew the start replacing Theo Hernandez, but he did not attack a lot and committed a penalty foul in a head-scratching play. The star teammate will be back from suspension for the Napoli game coming up in two weeks. Ballo-Toure has tallied 16 crosses, 20 tackles, six interceptions and six clearances in nine appearances (five starts).

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE