HAMED JUNIOR TRAORE NEWS

Should be available Saturday Traore (undisclosed) "is back and...he's looking good" heading into Saturday's clash against Aston Villa, Bournemouth manager Gary O'Neil announced Friday.

Impact Traore returned to training this week after missing Bournemouth's last two games with an injury, and he seems expected to be an option to face Villa even if he might not be ready to start quite yet. He's taken three shots and created 10 chances across four Premier League starts mostly in attacking midfield since his January move from Sassuolo.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured back in training Traore (undisclosed) was seen back in team training ahead of Saturday's match versus Aston Villa.

Impact Traore has missed the last two matches with an undisclosed injury, but has returned back to training with the club and is expected to be an option to start for Saturday's game. He has started in all four matches since his move from Sassuolo, generating 28 crosses (10 accurate), 10 tackles (seven won) and 10 chances created in that span.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Traore (undisclosed) will not be an option versus Liverpool on Saturday.

Impact Traore will be shelved for his second straight contest due to his undisclosed knock. Prior to his absence, the attacking midfielder had started eight consecutive matches in which he generated two assists, 40 crosses (13 accurate) and 19 corners. Antoine Semenyo figures to continue featuring in the starting XI with Traore sidelined.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Arsenal game with injury Traore was not involved in Saturday's defeat against Arsenal due to an injury, Bournemouth manager Gary O'Neil told the Bournemouth Daily Echo after the game.

Impact Traore "felt some tightness" after last weekend's loss to Manchester City and was ruled out of the Arsenal game on Saturday, with Antoine Semenyo replacing him on the left wing. Traore's next opportunity to return will be the Liverpool clash next weekend.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grazes woodwork in win Traore had a shot blocked and hit the woodwork in Saturday's 1-0 triumph over Wolves.

Impact Traore put in a solid all around performance on Saturday. He helped out his defense when needed, was a tenacious ball winner in midfield and dangerous in attack. He was also the Cherries key set piece actor, taking all corners and free kicks. He was subbed after 51. The young midfielder has yet to find the net or assist but since joining Bournemouth in January he has demonstrated that he is a threat and will inevitably start scoring attacking fantasy points soon.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes 12 crosses in draw Traore had a shot blocked and placed 12 crosses (three accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Newcastle.

Impact Traore was a pivotal contributor to the Bournemouth performance on Saturday. The Ivory Coast midfielder was the Cherries set piece taker (free kicks and corners), his deliveries were often executed with Kevin De Bruyne accuracy and one of his corner kicks led to Bournemouth's goal. This was just his second match for the Cherries since joining them from Sassuolo in January. From his initial two performances it will only be a matter of time before he creates assists or gets on the scoresheet.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Encouraging EPL debut Traore executed three crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Brighton.

Impact Traore put in a strong performance on Saturday at his EPL debut for Bournemouth. The attacking midfielder sat in behind striker, Antione Semenyo, and exhibited pace and energy by setting up opportunities and driving forward with his runs. He was subbed after 61 for Ryan Christie. The Ivory Coast international brings much needed sharpness to the Cherries attack, he demonstrated in this match that he has the potential to make a difference for them (he found the net in both of his last two games with Sassuolo in Serie A).

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Bournemouth Traore completed a transfer to Bournemouth on a loan that will become permanent at the end of the season, Bournemouth announced.

Impact Traore is headed to Bournemouth, where he will hope to establish himself in the starting XI after a strong run with Sassuolo. The midfielder has produced three assists in 11 appearances, including two assists in his last two starts. Traore could be an immediate difference-maker in the starting XI, though he will likely be a depth option at first.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Traore assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 5-2 win versus AC Milan.

Impact Traore logged the assist to Sassuolo's third and game-winning goal, which Domenico Berardi scored. He will enter February with quite some momentum. Impressively, Traore logged an assist across each of his last two games played during January.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Monza Traore provided an assist and sent in three crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Traore was credited with an assist when his corner kick from the left was slotted home by Gian Marco Ferrari in the 13th minute but couldn't make much of an impact afterwards, ultimately being subbed off just past the hour mark. A starter in four of the last five contests, the attacker will need to do better if he wants to remain in the lineup.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses in Empoli game Traore had one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate), and two corners and was dispossessed twice in Saturday's 0-1 loss against Empoli.

Impact Traore had some volume but didn't look sharp in his first start of the season following a major foot injury. He'll likely revert to the bench with Armand Lauriente coming back from a suspension in Wednesday's home game against Roma, but he has done okay as a sub. He has notched one assist, two chances created, eight crosses (two accurate), and four corners in four appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in second appearance Traore assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), and one corner in Monday's 2-1 win versus Verona.

Impact Traore made his second appearance after recovering from a foot injury that caused him to miss the season opener. The winger did well with his time on the pitch, creating a chance and taking a corner. Coming off of a pair of strong season's Traore should be a solid option once he's up to full fitness and back in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance versus Atalanta Traore (foot) had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in 25 minutes in Saturday's 1-2 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Traore looked pretty good for somebody returning from a major injury and tried to will his team to a draw in the final minutes. He could quickly pick his way back into the starting XI given his mammoth role and production last season, especially with Armand Lauriente currently banged up. Sassuolo will host Verona next Monday.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Atalanta bout Traore (foot) will be an option for Saturday's game versus Atalanta, coach Alessio Dionisi informed.

Impact Traore was close to coming back last week and has indeed completed his rehab from a foot fracture with a few more days of practice. While he was superb last season, Sassuolo tweaked their system and signed Armand Lauriente after he got hurt, so he will have to work his way back into a major role.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Inter Traore is not in the match day squad to face Inter Milan on Saturday as he continues to recover from a foot injury.

Impact Traore remains out as he has yet to make his season debut after suffering a foot fracture in the Summer. There was some optimism about a potential return in some capacity for the Inter clash, so Traore could return as soon as next week against Atalanta.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Might return versus Inter Traore (foot) will be assessed in the final practice, but he has a shot to be available for Saturday's match with Inter, coach Alessio Dionisi informed.

Impact Traore has missed the early portion of the season due to a foot fracture he suffered in July. Even if indeed fit, he'll be eased into action at first, plus Sassuolo changed their scheme compared to last season. It might be a while before he's as big of a factor as in the past. He recorded seven goals, two assists, 51 shots (22 on target), and 36 chances in 31 games (21 starts) in 2021/2022.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still ways away Traore (foot) is not expected back before late October or early November, Il Resto del Carlino informs.

Impact Traore has yet to resume practicing following foot surgery and he'll need to work on his conditioning after he's cleared. He's facing a race against the clock to be ready before the World Cup. Georgios Kyriakopoulos has mostly been adapting as left winger with Traore out, while youngster Luca D'Andrea got the nod in the past game. Armand Lauriente will permanently move to such role once Domenico Berardi (thigh) is back, but it might not happen for the first match after the break.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not coming back soon Traore was given a three-month timetable after having surgery due to a foot fracture, Sassuolo coach Alessio Dionisi told Sky Sport.

Impact Traore went under the knife in early July and therefore he should return at some point in October. The coach stated that he will try to beat it, but he will also need a ramp-up in practice before being ready to play having missed the entire pre-season.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss start of the season Traore is dealing with a foot injury whose recovery "will take longer than expected," director Giovanni Carnevali told Sky Italy.

Impact Traore was diagnosed with a foot fracture right after returning from the break. While the club did not offer a timetable, he is slated to miss the first few matches. The executive hinted that they could add one further winger since they have just the unproven Emil Ceide in such role.

JULY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes foot surgery Traore will miss the first part of the pre-season preparation as he had surgery to reduce a fifth metatarsal fracture in the left foot, Sassuolo announced.

Impact Traore might be forced to miss time at the start of the season, although the club did not release a timetable for his return. He was a standout in 2021/2022, where he tallied seven goals and two assists in 31 appearances, gaining momentum in the second half of the campaign. Gregoire Defrel and Emil Ceide would be the frontrunners to replace him if he could not feature in the first few matches.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Milan Traore had two successful take-ons and one interception, won three duels and took two shots (one on target) in 32 minutes in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Traore came off the bench in the season finale and had just a low-end stat-line. He has tallied seven goals, two assists, 51 shots (22 on target) and 36 chances in 31 appearances (21 starts) thanks to an impressive run in 2022.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots against Bologna Traore had three shots in a 3-1 win against Bologna on Sunday.

Impact Traore had an average outing for the visitors. The 22-year-old had three shots but none were on target. Other than that, Traore also provided a couple of key passes.

MAY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injury return as substitute Traore was brought on as a substitute for the last eight minutes in Sassuolo's 1-1 draw against Udinese on Saturday. He replaced Davide Frattesi and had one shot on target.

Impact Traore's return from an undisclosed injury was for the closing stages of the game. His last appearance was on April 25 at Sassuolo's 2-1 loss to Juventus. The midfielder has scored seven goals from 20 starts and made two assists. Hopefully his injury is now behind him and he will be a starter for Sassuolo's next game against Bologna.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Udinese Traore (undisclosed) will be called up for Saturday's match against Udinese but he is not a lock to start since he did not train fully all season long, coach Alessio Dionisi inform...

Impact Traore is good to go after missing the previous match with a knock, but he has to compete with Filip Djuricic and Matheus Henrique for a spot in the XI, differently than usual. He has bagged three goals and added 16 shots (six on target), five chances and 15 crosses (two accurate) in the last five appearances.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Napoli clash Traore will be unavailable versus Napoli due to a minor injury, coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Traore picked up an undisclosed problem in the lead-up of the game and will be forced to sit it out. Gregoire Defrel has generally filled in whenever one of the four top Sassuolo attackers was missing. The coach could also opt for a more crowded midfield, starting Matheus Henrique, or to give more minutes to Filip Djuricic.

APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE