LORENZO DE SILVESTRI NEWS

Swings in three crosses against Fiorentina De Silvestri (calf) won five duels, had one block and three clearances and sent in three crosses in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact De Silvestri stayed in the XI despite a sore calf and furnished his usual display, picking up a moderate amount of stats at both ends. He has logged five chances, 11 crosses, two tackles and seven clearances in the last five appearances. Bologna will host Atalanta Sunday.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will start against Fiorentina De Silvestri (calf) has been selected in the initial XI for Sunday's match versus Fiorentina.

Impact De Silvestri subbed off in the previous game, but his problem was minor and he will continue to start, fending off the competition coming from Mitchell Dijks and Denso Kasius. He has posted five chances, eight crosses and two tackles in the last four appearances.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids particular problems De Silvestri (calf) practiced with no limitations Friday after doing so on the side in previous days, Bologna announced.

Impact De Silvestri did not sustain serious injuries despite bowing out early in the previous game and will be an option for Sunday's away game versus Fiorentina. It remains to be seen whether the coach will risk or opt to deploy a backup, such as Mitchell Dijks or Denso Kasius. De Silvestri has logged five chances, eight crosses, two tackles and four clearances in the last five appearances.

MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off early against Fiorentina De Silvestri took one off-target shot, sent in one inaccurate cross and had one clearance in 60 minutes in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Torino and left the game due to a calf issue, Tu...

Impact De Silvestri did not have a great outing and picked up an ailment that will have to be assessed in the next few days. When he got hurt, the coach elected to field Mitchell Dijks and move Aaron Hickey to the right flank. Denso Kasius and Ibrahima Mbaye would also be options if De Silvestri was to miss time.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension De Silvestri served his one-game ban in Saturday's 0-3 loss to Lazio.

Impact De Silvestri will return in Monday's home game against Spezia and probably draw the start over Mitchell Dijks, with Aaron Hickey moving back to the left flank. He will face competition from newcomer Denso Kasius going forward. He has tallied three assists, 14 chances, 17 tackles and 32 clearances in 20 games.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Lazio game De Silvestri created one scoring chance, sent in three inaccurate crosses, won two of two tackles and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Empoli.

Impact De Silvestri made his return from COVID-19 in this one and had an ordinary performance. He will have to sit out another one due to yellow-card accumulation. Denso Kasius, Emanuel Vignato, or Ibrahima Mbaye could replace him on the right flank in Saturday's away game against Lazio.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice De Silvestri has shaken off COVID-19 and trained fully Monday, Corriere dello Sport reports.

Impact De Silvestri missed just one game because of the virus thanks to the break. He will likely resume starting on the right flank in Sunday's home game against Empoli. He has scored three times and added 37 crosses, 20 interceptions and 31 clearances.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 De Silvestri has contracted Coronavirus, Bologna announced.

Impact De Silvestri had already been excluded from the squad list for Friday's match against Verona due to a slight illness. He will look to clear the protocol during the upcoming break.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Verona De Silvestri was not named in Bologna's squad list to face Verona Friday due to a slight illness, Corriere dello Sport reports.

Impact De Silvestri has not tested positive for COVID-19 but Bologna are not taking any chances and he will not make the trip. Andreas Skov Olsen will most likely man the right flank in this one.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Sassuolo De Silvestri (thigh) played 18 minutes and sent in one inaccurate cross in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact De Silvestri saw limited action before of a recent thigh problem, but it did not rule him out altogether. He will likely resume starting over Andreas Skov Olsen in January 6th's home game versus Inter. He has logged two chances, eight crosses and two interceptions in the last five games.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday De Silvestri (thigh) will be in the match-day squad against Sassuolo on Wednesday.

Impact De Silvestri was forced off at halftime versus Juventus on Saturday due to his thigh problem but will at least be an option off the bench. If the midfielder does get on the pitch, it will be only his second substitute appearance of the year. Barring any setbacks, De Silverstri should be a lock to retake his place in the starting XI coming out of the holiday break against Inter Milan on Jan. 6.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sassuolo game De Silvestri has been named in Bologna's squad list to face Sassuolo Wednesday, but he is in doubt due to a minor thigh injury, Sky Sport reports.

Impact De Silvestri is poised to be available, but he might not get the start in this one due to a muscular ailment. Riccardo Orsolini and Andreas Skov Olsen would be candidates to take his place should that be the case.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available as susbtitute De Silvestri (thigh) is an option off the bench against Roma on Wednesday, per SkySports.

Impact De Silvestri has featured in all 12 of his matches for the club this season, in which he has registered three goals on eight shots (four on target), one assist and 28 crosses (17 accurate). Barring any setbacks, the midfielder should be in the mix to rejoin the starting XI versus Fiorentina on Sunday, where he can provide solid top-half fantasy value.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Roma game De Silvestri (thigh) has been included in Bologna's squad list to face Roma Wednesday.

Impact De Silvestri is likely to make his return after missing three weeks due to a thigh strain. He generally starts on the right wing, but he will be in contention with Riccardo Orsolini and Andreas Skov Olsen in his first game back. He has posted three goals, one assist, 11 chances created and 28 crosses in 12 matches.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh strain De Silvestri was diagnosed with a grade one strain of the semimembranosus muscle of the right thigh and is expected to miss three weeks, Bologna announced.

Impact De Silvestri will be sidelined for at least the first game after the break. Andreas Skov Olsen or Ibrahima Mbaye will take his place on the right flank. Bologna will face Venezia on November 21st.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Cagliari De Silvestri scored one goal on one shot on target, delivered three crosses, made one clearance and committed two fouls in Monday's 2-0 win versus Cagliari.

Impact De Silvestri had a great offensive outing as he scored in the first half to help his side take home all three points. The wing-back has now registered three goals and one assist in 11 appearances this season, along with racking up eight shots, 11 chances created and 28 crosses.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Decent against Milan De Silvestri sent in two crosses (one accurate), created two scoring chances, won six duels and had four clearances in Saturday's 2-4 loss to Milan.

Impact De Silvestri managed to pick up stats at both ends in this one, as it has become the norm for him since the coach advanced his position a few games back. He scored twice in the opener and recently picked up an assist, He has notched 11 chances created, 25 crosses and 21 clearances in nine games, with three clean sheets. Bologna will face Napoli away Thursday.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers five crosses versus Lazio De Silvestri sent in five crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance, won five duels and had two clearances in the 3-0 win over Lazio.

Impact De Silvestri turned in another solid shift picking up stats at both ends. He played in a more offensive position in this one, which could raise his profile moving forward. He has notched two goals, one assist, seven chances created and 22 chances in seven games so far. Bologna will face Udinese away Sunday.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Imprecise against Verona De Silvestri sent in six crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance and had two interceptions and three clearances in Monday's 1-0 win over Verona.

Impact De Silvestri launched a high number of crosses, but he was not very accurate. He picked up some defensive stats as per usual and helped his team keep the opponents in check. He is the clear starter at right-back with Takehiro Tomiyasu transferring to Arsenal. He has scored twice ad added six tackles, seven interceptions and eight clearances in three games. Bologna will face Inter away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stout in Atalanta clash De Silvestri took one off-target shot, had two blocks and four interceptions and won two of three tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Atalanta.

Impact De Silvestri had to defend a lot more than in the opener and contributed to the clean sheet with a gritty performance. He had a brace last week. He is playing more because than usual because Takehiro Tomiyasu has been hampered to start the season. Verona will host Verona in two weeks.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace in comeback win De Silvestri scored twice, took two shots (two on target), created one chance and made one tackle (none won) during the 3-2 win against Salernitana on Sunday.

Impact De Silvestri was saved by the goals in the dramatic comeback win for Bologna on Sunday. The fullback did very little on either side of the ball outside of his brace. However, if not for his drive and effort, he would have never scored either goal. De Silvestri did pick his form back up from last season when he scored a goal in his last two appearances, but he surely needs to step up his production everywhere else before he can be truly warranted.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Verona De Silvestri took one shot on target, sent in two inaccurate crosses, had three interceptions and scored a goal in Monday's 2-2 draw versus Verona.

Impact De Silvestri pounced on a loose ball in the box on a set piece to level the game in the first half. He has scored twice in the season, posting 11 created chances, 42 crosses and 50 clearances. He will likely stay in the XI for Sunday's home game versus Juventus due to the other defensive absences for Bologna.

MAY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE