JOAO MOUTINHO NEWS

Will undergo surgery Moutinho will go under the knife to reconstruct the peroneal retinaculum due to lingering pain in the area, Spezia announced.

Impact Moutinho has struggled to get fully healthy after fracturing a malleolus and will have surgery to address the problem. He's unlikely to return this season. Dimitris Nikolaou, Simone Bastoni, and Arkadiusz Reca will play as left-back the rest of the way.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will stay on the mend Moutinho (ankle) will not return against Salernitana, Il Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Moutinho tried to ramp up during the break, but the ankle was still bothering him, so he'll miss at least another fixture, if not more. Simone Bastoni and Dimitris Nikolaou will handle the left-back position until either he or Arkadiusz Reca returns.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss extended time Moutinho has been diagnosed with a bone infraction of the malleolus of the left ankle, Spezia announced.

Impact Moutinho will be out for at least a month while the bone heals up, and potentially more since he'll have to rest completely for a while. He has backed up Arkadiusz Reca since joining. Salva Ferrer could pick up the slack, serving as the deputy on either flank.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Bologna game Moutinho had three tackles (zero won) in 22 minutes before leaving with an ankle injury, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Moutinho had subbed in at half time but injured his ankle a few minutes later and was stretchered off the pitch. He has backed up Arkadiusz Reca since joining.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

João Moutinho departs Orlando City, signs in Italy's Serie A | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Free João Moutinho has signed with Spezia, the Italian Serie A club announced Friday, ending the left back’s time w...

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs for Spezia Moutinho has joined Spezia on four-year contract through 2026, it was announced Friday. He'll be eligible to play in January.

Impact Moutinho stepped up with two goals and one assist over 29 starts in 2022, which he evidently thought was enough to secure a move to Europe as he didn't extend his contract at Orlando City. It still may take some time before he's a regular contributor for his new club.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Orlando Moutinho confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that he will be leaving Orlando City this offseason.

Impact Moutinho wracked up three goals and seven assists across 85 appearances in all competitions during his four seasons in Orlando, and he helped the club win the 2022 U.S. Open Cup back in September. The 24-year-old left-back will now be moving on this winter, with Luca Petrasso having already arrived as his replacement in Orlando.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contract negotiations ongoing Moutinho's contract with Orlando City has run out, but the club is currently in discussions with the player about a potential new deal.

Impact Moutinho scored two goals and recorded an assist in addition to keeping eight clean sheets across 29 MLS appearances (all starts) from left-back this season, pretty much only missing time due to a foot injury he suffered in June. But the 24-year-old would become a free agent if no new deal is agreed upon by the November deadline, and the arrival of Luca Petrasso via a trade with Toronto FC may signal the end of Moutinho's time in Orlando.

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two chances on seven crosses Moutinho took one shot (zero on target), sent in seven crosses (three accurate) and created two chances in Wednesday's 4-1 defeat against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Moutinho was one of the few bright spots on an otherwise uninspired Orlando City squad Wednesday. His seven crosses were a team-high, and he successfully connected on three of those attempts. He subbed off in the 63rd minute for rest purposes and was replaced by Michael Halliday.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Charlotte Moutinho will miss next weekend's clash against Charlotte FC with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Moutinho picked up a booking in Saturday's clash victory against the Red Bulls, meaning he will be suspended for next weekend's match. Kyle Smith is likely to replace him at left-back in the game.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fully available for Saturday Moutinho (foot) is expected to be available "with absolute normality" for Saturday's clash against the Union, Orlando manager Oscar Pareja said Friday.

Impact Moutinho returned to the bench and was an unused substitute in last weekend's draw with Atlanta, and he played 45 minutes in a club friendly versus Arsenal as well. It sounds like he's ready to start for the first time in a month against Philadelphia.

JULY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union try to continue win streak in matchup with Orlando City

The Philadelphia Union are looking to continue a three-game win streak with a victory against Orlando City

JULY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On bench Sunday Moutinho (foot) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Atlanta.

Impact Moutinho returns to the side Sunday after missing the last four matches with a foot injury. If all is well, there's a chance he enters in the second half and gets some minutes, which could potentially lead to his return to the starting XI for next weekend's match against Philly, taking the spot of Kyle Smith at left-back.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cisneros leads Atlanta United against Orlando City

Ronaldo Cisneros leads Atlanta United into a matchup with Orlando City after scoring two goals against Real Salt Lake

JULY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Training with team Moutinho (foot) returned to full training with Orlando City on Thursday, manager Oscar Pareja said Friday.

Impact Moutinho has missed Orlando's last four MLS games with a foot injury, but Pareja is hopeful that he may be available for Sunday's clash against Atlanta United. Kyle Smith could continue at left-back if Moutinho's not fit enough to start quite yet.

JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still questionable for Wednesday Moutinho (foot) was no longer wearing a walking boot this weekend, according to Austin David of the Orlando Sentinel.

Impact Moutinho is making progress with a foot injury that has kept him out for Orlando's last three MLS matches, but he will still be doubtful to start in Wednesday's clash against the Rapids even if he's fit enough to be available. Kyle Smith remains the most likely option to continue at left back for the game.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City faces the Colorado Rapids after shutout win

A game after shutting out Inter Miami 1-0, Orlando City plays the Colorado Rapids

JULY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Seen in boot Moutinho was seen with his right foot in a walking boot during Thursday's training session, according to Austin David of the Orlando Sentinel. He's still listed as questionable for...

Impact Moutinho probably doesn't have great odds of playing, which would keep him out for a third straight game if he's not available. Kyle Smith has helped fill out the defense in Moutinho's absence while Jake Mulraney has taken over the left flank through a change in formation to three center-backs.

JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not in training Moutinho (undisclosed) was not training with Orlando City on Monday, Austin David of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Moutinho picked up an injury during warmups and missed Friday's defeat to Cincinnati. He still has a week to recover before the D.C. United clash on July 4, but Thomas Williams or Kyle Smith could continue in his place at left back if necessary

JUNE 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Friday Moutinho was a late scratch for Friday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact Moutinho's removal wasn't announced until more than five minutes after the scheduled start time Friday. No matter, youngster Thomas Williams took his spot in the XI at center-back with Kyle Smith moving to Moutinho's role at left-back.

JUNE 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto brings home losing streak into matchup with Orlando City

Toronto hosts Orlando City looking to break a one-game home losing streak

MAY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Montreal Moutinho scored a goal made two interceptions in Saturday's 4-1 defeat against CF Montreal. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Moutinho got his side back in Saturday's game with a headed goal from a corner kick, but his side was torn apart by Montreal's attack. Next weekend he will face Toronto FC, which have scored 16 goals in 10 MLS matches this season.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles in win Moutinho made four clearances, two interceptions and won four of five tackles in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Charlotte FC.

Impact Moutinho defended well on Saturday, but he was denied a clean sheet against Charlotte because of a Christian Fuchs penalty goal. He'll want to be similarly solid at the back next weekend versus CF Montreal, which have scored 16 times in nine matches this season.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sanchez scores in LAFC's 4-2 win over Orlando City

Ilie Sanchez scored the deciding goal in a 4-2 win for Los Angeles FC over Orlando City

APRIL 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes full return Moutinho (lower body) started during Saturday's 1-0 loss to FC Dallas in pre-season.

Impact Moutinho missed the playoffs with a lower body injury, but was back in action in pre-season. The defender will hope for a more consistent, and less injury riddled campaign in 2022, where he figures to be a consistent part of the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE