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Good to go for Bologna match Caputo will be an option versus Bologna Sunday, coach Aurelio Andreazzoli announced.

Impact Caputo sat out the past two matches, but his problem was relatively minor, and he will return to the squad over the weekend. It remains to be seen whether he'll start right away though, as Stiven Shpendi held his own in relief. He has recorded seven shots (three on target) and one cross in four appearances (three starts).

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Salernitana game Caputo (calf) is out for Wednesday's match against Salernitana, coach Aurelio Andreazzoli announced.

Impact Caputo isn't nursing a significant injury, but the short time at his disposal to recover won't allow him to play in this one. Stiven Shpendi or Mattia Destro will partner Nicolo Cambiaghi midweek.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Inter clash Caputo will miss Sunday's game versus Inter due to a calf problem, Gianluca Di Marzio informs.

Impact Caputo got hurt in the final practice and didn't pass a late fitness test. He'll be better assessed after the game. Stiven Shpendi is getting the call over Mattia Destro to replace him next to Nicolo Cambiaghi.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blanketed by Juventus Caputo was dispossessed twice and had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-2 loss against Juventus.

Impact Caputo had just seven touches in another rough game for the Empoli offense. They are still collectively scoreless in the season. He has notched six shots (two on target), one inaccurate cross, and three drawn fouls in three games. Empoli will face Roma away on September 17.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots against Monza Caputo had four shots (one on goal), drew one foul, and won one duel in Saturday's 0-2 defeat against Monza.

Impact Caputo was more involved than in the opener but lacked touch in the box and threatened Michele Di Gregorio just once. He hasn't scored in the first two matches, where he has recorded five attempts (two on target) and two drawn fouls. Empoli will host Juventus Sunday.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Verona Caputo won one duel, drew one foul, and registered one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Verona.

Impact Caputo struggled mostly because his side had trouble generating good offense in this one. He was pulled relatively early to make way for newcomer Stiven Shpendi. He tallied five goals and four assists in 21 matches after coming over in January last season.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Caputo (illness) is unavailable for Saturday's game versus Lazio.

Impact Caputo will miss the second match in a row due to an illness and also a foot contusion. He bounced back after moving to Empoli in January, tallying five goals, four assists, 42 shots (17 on target), and 20 chances created in 21 appearances.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Lazio game Caputo (illness) is in doubt for Saturday's match versus Lazio as he hasn't been able to practice much during the week, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Caputo has shaken off the illness that sidelined him in the previous match, but he could be held out, or see fewer minutes than usual, due to lack of conditioning. Roberto Piccoli relieved him last week, while Martin Satriano and Mattia Destro came off the bench up front.

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Verona game Caputo is a late scratch for Sunday's match against Verona because he has a fever, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Caputo was expected to once again lead the line, but he fell ill overnight. Roberto Piccoli will relieve him and will look to build on his recent success. Martin Satriano will be the top backup.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sinks Juventus Caputo scored two goals to go with four shots (two on target) and one chance created in Monday's 4-1 victory versus Juventus.

Impact Caputo bagged a brace for the first time in the season thanks to a clinical finish and successful PK. He improved to six total goals, with three coming in the past three matches. He has tallied 13 shots (five on target) and five key passes in the last five fixtures. Empoli will face Verona away Sunday.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misfires against Sampdoria Caputo won two duels and had four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Sampdoria.

Impact Caputo paced his team in attempts but found the mark just once, squandering a pair of good ones. He has scored once and added nine shots (three on target), four key passes, and one inaccurate cross in the last five matches. Empoli will host Juventus next Monday.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores in second half Caputo scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal) during Monday's match against Salernitana.

Impact Caputo found the back of the net in the 63rd minute scoring Empoli's second goal. The goal was the fourth of the season for the forward to go along with a team-high four assists in 19 appearances.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers lone shot on target Caputo generated two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Cremonese.

Impact Caputo managed his team's only shot on target Friday as his side struggled massively to break down Cremonese. He took two shots in total and added one inaccurate cross in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Buries PK versus Lecce Caputo scored one goal to go with four shots (three on target) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Caputo decided the game from the penalty spot and co-led his team in attempts with decent precision. He hadn't scored since January 8th. He has logged one assist, ten shots (five on target), five chances created, and two crosses (one accurate) in the past five matches. Empoli will visit Milan Friday.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Empoli earns first win since January in Serie A

Empoli has beaten fellow struggler Lecce 1-0 in Serie A for its first win since January

APRIL 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists at Atalanta Caputo recorded one assist on one chance created, took three shots (one on target) and recorded one accurate cross in Friday's 2-1 loss at Atalanta.

Impact Caputo assisted his team's only goal Friday, as his pass found Tyronne Ebuehi in the box just before halftime for the opening goal of the match. It was the only chance he created in the match, but it was good enough for his fourth assist of the season. He also took three shots (one on target) and recorded one accurate cross in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Udinese Caputo had two off-target shots and created three chances during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Udinese.

Impact Caputo bounced back after a pair of weak performances and was one of his side's most dangerous plays, even matching his season high in chances created. That wasn't enough for the veteran to help his side to find the back of the net, though, but he's been a much better player since transferring from Sampdoria during the winter transfer window.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in cameo versus Napoli Caputo (thigh) won one duel, drew one foul, and had one cross (zero accurate) in 33 minutes in Saturday's 0-2 defeat versus Napoli.

Impact Caputo was able to play through a tendon inflammation, but he saw less action than usual and didn't do much. It remains to be seen whether the injury will continue to limit him going forward, as it may linger. He has provided two assists and tallied six shots (two on target), six chances created, and two inaccurate crosses in the last five tilts.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Caputo is fit and in the match day squad to face Napoli on Saturday.

Impact Caputo makes the bench after recovering from a muscular injury to take part in Saturday's squad. The forward has scored once and provided three assists in eight appearances since joining Empoli in January.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Napoli clash Caputo "is not in top condition, and we'll see whether he'll make it. I handle with great care considering his important, and we have to listen to some alarms," coach Paolo Zanetti...

Impact Caputo is reportedly nursing an unspecified minor muscular problem and will go through a late fitness test. The gaffer hinted that Roberto Piccoli would start if he didn't pass it or if they used him off the bench.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Caputo assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact Caputo logged his third assist of the 2022-23 Serie A. Impressively, he recorded all of them across 2023. Caputo contributed to four goals (one scored and three assists) across eight games the Empoli team has played so far this year, supplying a contribution rate fantasy managers should consider promising.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist in draw Caputo created an assist and fired one shot (blocked) in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Torino.

Impact Caputo could have been more effective on Saturday, the striker never managed to contribute to any of the four shots-on-target that his team produced. He did however create the assist for Razvan Marin's goal, Empoli's second. His disappointing season continues, from 20 appearances (18 starts) he has contributed just two goals and two assists.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots versus Inter Caputo drew two fouls and generated three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 victory versus Inter Milan.

Impact Caputo had a pair of good opportunities to score after shaking free in the box, but he was either denied by Andre Onana or couldn't find the target. He has posted one goal, one assist, 11 shots (four on target), and four chances created in four matches since joining Empoli. They will host Torino Saturday.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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