Impact Benassi resumed playing consistently after three underwhelming seasons and will be assessed by the Fiorentina coach in the summer. He had a year tacked to his contract.
JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
MARCO BENASSI MIDFIELDER - NO TEAM
MIDFIELDER - NO TEAM
Returns to Fiorentina Benassi headed back to Fiorentina following Cremonese's relegation.
Unused against Salernitana Benassi (undisclosed) didn't play in Saturday's 2-0 win over Salernitana.
Impact Benassi had a promising start after joining in January, but he often dealt with minor injuries. He has tallied 19 shots (eight on target), seven chances created, 24 crosses (eight accurate), and 26 tackles in 15 appearances (11 starts) since January. His contract with Fiorentina is about to expire.
JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for Salernitana game Benassi (undisclosed) made Cremonese's squad list to face Salernitana Saturday.
Impact Benassi is available after missing the past two matches two a muscular problem and will re-enter the rotation in the midfield. He has logged six shots (two on target), ten tackles (five won), ten clearances, and three interceptions in his past five appearances (three starts).
JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Benassi (undisclosed) hasn't been selected for Sunday's clash with Lazio, Cremonese announced.
Impact Benassi will sit the second match in a row due to a muscular problem. Charles Pickel, Michele Castagnetti, Soualiho Meite, and Pablo Galdames all started last week as the coach opted for a more crowded midfield.
MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Bologna game Benassi has been ruled out for Saturday's match versus Bologna, Cremonese informed.
Impact Benassi trained on the side in the last two games due to an unspecified ailment, and the coach decided not to call him up. Charles Pickel is back after a two-game suspension and will likely take his place in the XI. Michele Castagnetti could also get more minutes than usual.
MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Logs four clearances versus Milan Benassi (foot) won one duel and recorded one tackle (one won), four clearances, and one interception in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against AC Milan.
Impact Benassi returned from a brief absence and exclusively contributed defensively in this one. He has logged five shots (three on target), ten tackles (seven won), two interceptions, and six clearances in his last five appearances.
MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
In starting XI Benassi is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with AC Milan
Impact Benassi will get the start after missing the last match with a foot injury. He's started nine times in his previous 11 games, totaling 22 tackles (12 won) and 22 crosses (seven accurate) in that span.
MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for Milan game Benassi (foot) has been named in Cremonese's squad list to face Milan Wednesday.
Impact Benassi has shaken off a bruise and will be back after one game on the mend, resuming being an option in the midfield. He has notched eight shots (four on target), 13 tackles (seven won), two interceptions, and two clearances in his last five appearances.
MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Verona match Benassi will sit Sunday's game against Verona due to a foot contusion, coach Davide Ballardini informed.
Impact Benassi isn't dealing with a major problem but might be forced to skip multiple fixtures considering the dense schedule. Pablo Galdames, Soualiho Meite, Charles Pickel, and Michele Castagnetti will absorb his playing time in the midfield, although the gaffer could also decide to field more defenders than in recent bouts.
APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off the bench versus Empoli Benassi (lower leg) took one shot on target, won two of three tackles, and drew one foul in 23 minutes in Friday's 1-0 win over Empoli.
Impact Benassi returned from a brief absence but didn't get the start even though Cremonese fielded more midfielders than usual. He'll compete primarily with Pablo Galdames and Michele Castagnetti if the coach sticks with the latest scheme. He has tallied seven shots (four on target), one key pass, four crosses (one accurate), and 12 tackles (eight won) in his last five appearances.
APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go for Empoli game Benassi will be called up Friday, coach Davide Ballardini announced.
Impact Benassi has recuperated from a bruise that sidelined him last week. He'll compete for minutes with Charles Pickel, Soualiho Meite, and Pablo Galdames. He has logged six shots (three on target), one key pass, eight crosses (one accurate), and 12 tackles (seven won) in his last five appearances (four starts).
APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Sampdoria match Benassi hasn't been called up for Saturday's clash with Sampdoria due to a knock, Cremonese announced.
Impact Benassi picked up a contusion during the midweek Coppa Italia fixture and didn't manage to shake it off. Lorenzo Sernicola or Pablo Galdames will take his place in the lineup.
APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Attempts three corners Benassi generated four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 2-1 win against Roma.
Impact Heading into March, Benassi is expected to be Cremonese's main corner-kick specialist moving forward. That will affect the upside of Emanuele Valeri, who previously benefited from that role. Benassi attempted 12 corners across his four appearances during February.
MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Two shots in loss Benassi generated two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 3-0 defeat versus Napoli.
Impact Benassi shot twice and sent in four crosses, but had his upside limited as Napoli dominated the match. The midfielder just couldn't break down the brilliant Napoli midfield and ended up struggling to convert any chances. Benassi will have an easier time against any other team in Serie A.
FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates three chances against Lecce Benassi had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate), three chances created, and three corners in Saturday's 0-2 defeat against Lecce.
Impact Benassi had easily his best showing on the season, and he has started in two of three matches since joining in January. He has posted four shots (two on target), four chances created, nine crosses (three accurate), and four clearances in three appearances with Cremonese.
FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Moves to Cremonese Benassi has joined Cremonese on loan from Fiorentina, the teams announced.
Impact Benassi had been frozen out at the beginning of the season as Fiorentina had too many options in the role. He'll begin as one of the top backups in the midfield at his new club. He has logged ten shots (three on target), six chances created, 24 crosses (four accurate), and ten tackles in 20 appearances (four starts) in the last two years and a half.
JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Heads back to Florence Benassi has some suitors but will be assessed by the Fiorentina coaching staff in the pre-season, Sky Italy informs.
Impact Benassi did not exactly shine while on loan in 2022, but he was part of the roster in the first few months, although with a very limited role. That could be the case again in the next campaign as well if he does not transfer. He posted ten shots (three on target), five chances, 14 crosses (three crosses) and seven tackles in 18 appearances (four starts) in the recent season.
JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unused against Atalanta Benassi did not feature in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.
Impact Benassi has mostly featured off the bench after joining from Fiorentina in January. He has logged ten shots (three on target), five chances, seven tackles and six interceptions in 18 appearances (four starts). It remains to be sen whether Empoli will retain him past the loan spell.
MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Logs three tackles in draw Benassi had one cross, three tackles and sustained two fouls in the 0-0 draw with Genoa on Sunday. The midfielder has not been playing well in his last five appearances after missi...
Impact Benassi had a relatively quiet showing, but he was ready to make some defensive stops with the opportunity came.
MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Fires in four crosses Benassi had one shot (off target) and four crosses in the 2-0 loss to Sampdoria on Saturday.
Impact Benassi came to play on Saturday, making this his four consecutive appearance after missing 11 matches. Unfortunately, his offensive output was minimal, and if he plays in the next match against Juventus he will likely continue to struggle.
FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Moves to Empoli Benassi has joined Empoli on a season-long loan from Fiorentina, the clubs announced.
Impact Benassi had a small role at Fiorentina, while he will contribute to replacing the injured Nicolas Haas at his new club, although he will have to split time with other players. He has posted three shots, one chance, four crosses and three interceptions in six appearances (one start) this season. He is a few campaigns removed from being a fantasy asset.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable against Udinese Benassi (undisclosed) was not included in Fiorentina's squad list to face Udinese Thursday.
Impact Benassi is believed to be dealing with a muscular problem, although Fiorentina had also announced an unnamed COVID-19 case in recent days. In any case, he has been a deep reserve in the midfield so far.
JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unused against Sampdoria Benassi (back) did not play in Tuesday's 3-1 win over Sampdoria.
Impact Benassi returned from a brief absence, but he continues to have a very small role within the team. He has featured six times (one start), logging three off-target shots, four crosses and three interceptions. Fiorentina will face Bologna away Sunday.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
On bench Tuesday Benassi (back) will be available off the bench against Sampdoria on Tuesday, per SkySports.
Impact Benassi has featured just once in six appearances for the club, so his absence from the starting XI shouldn't come as a surprise. Given his inability to get onto the pitch, the midfielder should be considered a low-end fantasy option moving forward.
NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for Sampdoria match Benassi (back) has been named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Sampdoria Tuesday.
Impact Benassi missed the previous game due to back pain, but he has a shot to make the bench in this one and the problem is not overly concerning. However, he has featured just six times (one start) even when healthy.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
