FRANCESCO ACERBI NEWS

Unused in Bologna game Acerbi (thigh) didn't play in Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Bologna.

Impact Acerbi watched the match from the bench since the result was uncertain until the end. He'll look to return on the pitch in one of the next couple of tilts.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Acerbi (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's contest against Bologna.

Impact Acerbi has finally made his way back from a long-standing thigh injury, as he last appeared on Nov. 23. He only sees a spot on the bench in his return, likely going to see time to test his legs. However, he will hope to see the start again soon, as he has started in 10 of his 14 appearances on the team sheet this campaign when fit.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Slated to return versus Bologna Acerbi (thigh) will be an option Tuesday against Bologna, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Acerbi has successfully ramped up in training after missing seven matches and the Supercoppa due to a thigh issue and a setback. He'll likely be used off the bench in the next couple of matches before resuming alternating with Stefan de Vrij. He has recorded six interceptions, six clearances, one block and two crosses (both accurate) in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss more games Acerbi (thigh) is targeting the Supercoppa in early January for his return, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Acerbi was initially expected to be out for a couple of weeks, but the injury has proven to be trickier than expected. He'll remain sidelined for two more Serie A fixtures if he doesn't improve in a hurry. Stefan de Vrij will continue to fill in.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with minor injury Acerbi suffered a right biceps femoris pull, Inter announced.

Impact Acerbi will have to sit out at least a couple of fixtures due to his second muscular injury in short order. Stefan de Vrij will resume being a regular while he recovers.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early against Verona Acerbi left Saturday's game against Verona after 14 minutes due to a potential thigh contracture, Gianluca Di Marzio informed.

Impact Acerbi felt something on the back of his right thigh early and quickly bowed out after consulting with the doctors. Stefan de Vrij replaced him off the bench and will take over the position if he has to miss time.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Commanding in Napoli fixture Acerbi had one shot (one on goal), four interceptions and three clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Acerbi returned to the XI after being given some extra time to fully shake off a thigh issue and perfectly blanketed Romelu Lukaku throughout the game. He'll likely play more than Stefan de Vrij from here on out. He has posted nine interceptions, 12 clearances and three blocks in his last five showings, with no clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Venezia Acerbi (thigh) didn't come off the bench in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Venezia.

Impact Acerbi wasn't rushed back as Stefan de Vrij has been solid in relief. He'll likely start at least once in the upcoming Arsenal and Napoli clashes.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Venezia match Acerbi (thigh) returned to full training and is slated to begin on the bench against Venezia on Sunday, Goal reported.

Impact Acerbi is set to return to the squad after sitting out three fixtures, but Stefan de Vrij will probably continue to start in his first game back. He'll be back in the XI in the following bouts. He has logged six interceptions, 11 clearances and three blocks in his last five appearances, with one assist and no clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more time Acerbi (thigh) will likely be sidelined for two more matches, Il Messaggero reported.

Impact Acerbi won't be available Sunda versus Juventus and is unlikely to return versus Empoli due to the short turnaround. Stefan de Vrij will pick up the slack. Yann Aurel Bisseck and Tiago Tomas Palacios could also see more minutes than usual.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with minor problem Acerbi pulled the biceps femoris in his left thigh, Inter announced.

Impact Acerbi won't play midweek versus Young Boys and will be doubtful for the Juventus game, but he escaped without a strain or other serious muscular issues. Stefan de Vrij will anchor the defense in relief.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early against Roma Acerbi had had one clearance and one interception before exiting Sunday's game versus Roma at the 27th minute due to a possible flexor contracture, Mediaset reported.

Impact Acerbi indicated some discomfort to the staff and ultimately opted to exit the game to avoid risks. Stefan de Vrij substituted for him and would fill in if he had to spend time on the sidelines.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up helper versus Torino Acerbi assisted once to go with one block, one interception, two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Torino.

Impact Acerbi was busier in the final third than in defense, even though his side gave up two goals, and collected a point with a great delivery from the left wing that found Marcus Thuram. He has registered 15 clearances, five blocks and six interceptions in the last five games, contributing to one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tested by Udinese on Saturday Acerbi generated one tackle (one won), six clearances, two blocks and three interceptions in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Udinese.

Impact Acerbi thwarted several actions and had one of his busiest stat lines of the season, but it wasn't enough to prevent the opponents from hitting the net twice. He has registered six tackles, 10 interceptions and 26 clerances in six seasonal matches, with three clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Commanding in Atalanta game Acerbi generated one tackle (one won), two blocks, four clearances and two interceptions in Friday's 4-0 victory versus Atalanta.

Impact Acerbi put up numbers across the board in the back to help Inter shut down a quality frontline. He has notched five tackles, five interceptions and 13 clearances in three matches, with two clean sheets.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes summer debut in friendly Acerbi (groin) got the start in Friday's pre-season game versus Pisa.

Impact Acerbi was brought along slowly after undergoing sports hernia surgery, which cost him Euro 2024, but he has been ramping up in the last couple of weeks and was cleared to play two weeks before the opener and will be fully ready. He'll alternate with Stefan de Vrij in the middle of the defense like last season.

AUGUST 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Euro 2024 Acerbi has withdrawn from the Italy squad due to a lingering sports hernia, Ansa reported.

Impact Acerbi tried to shake off the injury late in the season by resting and rehabbing for about a month and featured in one of the final matches, but he's not completely healthy yet. He'll undergo surgery soon to make a full recovery ahead of the next season.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Lazio game Acerbi (groin) registered one cross (one accurate), one tackle (one won), one interception and one clearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lazio.

Impact Acerbi got the start right away after dealing with an injury but didn't have a standout performance, even though he seemed in decent shape, and his team allowed one goal. He'll be fifty-fifty to start in the season finale. He has recorded 15 clearances, two tackles (one won) and three interceptions in his last five showings, contributing to one clean sheet and scoring once.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Lazio Acerbi (groin) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Lazio.

Impact Acerbi returns after missing Inter's last three matches through injury. The center back takes up a role in the Inter back three, replacing Stefan de Vrij.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Lazio tilt Acerbi (groin) has returned to full training ahead of Sunday's clash with Lazio, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Acerbi is feeling better after missing three matches due to a sports hernia and could get a tune-up ahead of the Euro in one of the final two games. His return will affect Stefan de Vrij the most. He has logged seven interceptions, 21 clearances and three blocks in his last five appearances, scoring once and contributing to two clean sheets.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Sassuolo Acerbi (groin) hasn't practiced this week and isn't a lock to be able to return in one of the four final games, SportMediaset informed.

Impact Acerbi continues to deal with sports hernia and can't play, but Inter have elected to bring injured players to the bench in recent fixtures after clinching the title. Stefan de Vrij will keep logging heavy minutes.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Acerbi stated on Instagram that he had been playing through sports hernia and would take advantage of the fact that Inter sealed the title early to rehab.

Impact Acerbi will be shut down to get healthy ahead of the European Championship. It's unclear at this stage whether he'll be available for any of the remaining matches given the tricky nature of his injury. Stefan De Vrij will absorb most of his minutes.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target in Milan clash Acerbi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), six clerances and one block in Monday's 2-1 victory over AC Milan.

Impact Acerbi opened the scoring in the first half with a point-blank header on a corner kick. It's his third goal of the season. He has started over Stefan De Vrij in the last four matches, tallying 14 clearances, two blocks and two interceptions, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Jesus says he is 'bitter' about Italian league not punishing Acerbi for alleged racial abuse

Napoli defender Juan Jesus says he has been left feeling “very bitter” and “crestfallen” by the Italian league’s decision not to punish Inter Milan player Francesco Acerbi for an a...

MARCH 27, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Acerbi won't be penalized for alleged racial abuse of Juan Jesus. Napoli calls ruling 'astonishing'

Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi will not face any sanctions for allegedly racially abusing Napoli's Juan Jesus in a Serie A match because there wasn’t enough proof

MARCH 26, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS