Impact Payero got away with a relatively minor issue considering the joint in question, but he'll still have to miss at least two or three matches. Oier Zarraga and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp will absorb his minutes in the midfield.
2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
Suffers knee injury Payero has been diagnosed with a right MCL strain following a collision in training, Udinese announced.
Sends in seven crosses in Juventus clash Payero drew three fouls and registered two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Juventus.
Impact Payero led his side in deliveries and notched a new season high but couldn't link up with a teammate in any of them. He has drawn three starts in a row after an injury and has posted seven shots (zero on target), four key passes, 14 crosses (five accurate) and seven corners in the past four.
NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Serviceable versus Cagliari Payero won three of three tackles and registered two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.
Impact Payero was precious on both ends in his return to the XI a week removed from shaking off an injury. He's generally been more convincing than his competitors Oier Zarraga and Martin Ekkelenkamp (illness). He has posted five off-target shots, three chances created, four crosses (all accurate) and four tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.
OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off the bench in Milan tilt Payero (ankle) committed one foul and had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in 20 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus AC Milan.
Impact Payero returned after sitting out two fixtures but saw limited action and didn't have an impact on the game. He'll try to unseat primarily Oier Zarraga going forward. He has registered four off-target shots, two key passes, four crosses (two accurate) and four tackles (two won) in five displays (three starts).
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go for Milan clash Payero (ankle) "will be an option Saturday," coach Kosta Runjaic relayed.
Impact Payero is fit after being sidelined for two games because of an ankle injury. Two among him, Sandi Lovric, Jurgen Ekkelenkamp and Oier Zarraga will flank Jesper Karlstrom in the midfield. He has started in three of his four seasonal appearances, posting three off-target shots, three crosses (one accurate) and four tackles (two won).
OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Will return relatively soon Payero (ankle) has avoided ligament or bone damage, Messaggero Veneto reported.
Impact Payero is nursing a simple ankle sprain and has good chances of returning against Milan on October 19, limiting his absence to two matches.
OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Gets hurt midweek Payero "appears to have suffered a serious ankle injury," coach Kosta Runjaic stated following Wednesday's Coppa Italia game against Salernitana.
Impact Payero left the game on a stretch after a tackle and was in significant pain. He's headed for some tests to determine the extent of the issue. Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, Oier Zarraga and Arthur Atta are the next men up in the midfield.
SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
Assists in return Payero assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 2-0 victory versus Lecce. In addition, he was given a yello...
Impact Payero created Lorenzo Lucca's opener in the 36th minute with his second assist in the campaign. The midfielder took the second-most shots for Udinese in the match. He also received his seventh yellow card, though.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Clears disqualification Payero completed a one-game ban in Monday's 1-1 draw with Napoli.
Impact Payero will return versus Lecce next Monday and will likely start over Oier Zarraga as he has done in recent fixtures after Sandi Lovric went down with a thigh injury. He has scored once and posted eight goals (two on target), two key passes and 14 tackles (eight won) in his last six appearances.
MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Scores against Payero Payero (suspension) scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Bologna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...
Impact Payero netted the opening goal just before halftime. Along with his goal, he completed a successful dribble and contributed significantly defensively with seven tackles, three clearances, and two blocked shots. This marked his first goal since the reverse fixture in December.
APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE
Disqualified versus Napoli Payero scored a goal, one shot on target, seven tackles (six won), three clearances and two blocks in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Bologna but will miss the next match due to yellow-card...
Impact Payero had an excellent showing on both ends, giving his team the lead with a clutch finish from inside the box and bringing the hustle in the midfield. However, he won't be available versus Napoli next Monday. Oier Zarraga will likely fill in.
APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE
Passable against Verona Payero generated three shots (zero on goal), one block, one tackle (zero won) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Verona.
Impact Payero has absorbed Sandi Lovric (thigh)'s playing time but isn't as offensive-minded and impactful in the final third as his injuried teammate. He has recorded seven shots (on target), one key pass and three crosses (one accurate) in his last four showings.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Not dealing with an injury Payero was substituted "for tactical reasons and to provide a spark," coach Gabriele Cioffi informed.
Impact Payero was replaced after just half an hour as his team got off to a poor start, and the coach decided to switch up his scheme, inserting Kingsley Ehizibue and moving Roberto Pereyra to box-to-box. He'll have to compete with the veteran and Lazar Samardzic from here on out.
MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off in first half Payero was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Torino due to an injury.
Impact Payero left the match in the 31st minute being replaced by Kingsley Ehizibue. The full extent of Payero's injury should be revealed post match.
MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE
Scores final goal of match Payero scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 win over Bologna.
Impact Payero registered the final goal of Saturday's contest, finding the back of the net in the 52nd minute of their win. This was the midfielder's first goal of the season and only his second goal contribution of the campaign, with his last coming on Nov. 26 against Roma. He continues to be a regular starter since taking over the role at the end of October despite being suspended for the club's last match, registering four crosses, six chances created, 11 shots and 18 tackles to go along with his two-goal contributions during that eight-game span.
DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Eligible for Bologna game Payero completed a one-match ban in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bologna.
Impact Payero received a minimal punishment after a straight red card. He'll likely replace either Sandi Lovric or Lazar Samardzic in the XI against Bologna. He has assisted once and added six chances created, four crosses (one accurate), and 12 tackles (seven won) in his last five appearances.
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sent off versus Sassuolo Payero had three interceptions and one tackle (zero won), sent in one inaccurate cross, and was red-carded after 59 minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sassuolo.
Impact Payero played with the usual energy but got overzealous while trying to recover a loose ball and stepped onto an opponent's leg. He shouldn't get more than a standard one-game suspension. Lazar Samardzic and Sandi Lovric will likely start together against Torino, with Oier Zarraga and Etienne Camara as the top deputies in the midfield.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Industrious in midfield Payero generated two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 loss versus Inter Milan.
Impact Payero was unable to get much going in the attacking third but chipped in with two tackles (one won) on top of two interceptions and a clearance. He has started every game since October 29th and is becoming a steady fixture in the Udinese midfield.
DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists equalizer against Roma Payero assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Roma.
Impact Payero set up the equalizer for Florian Thauvin with a pinpoint cross in the 57th minute. He completed three dribbles and also made a tackle. This was his first goal involvement of the season in 10 appearances.
NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Three shots in draw Payero recorded three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atalanta.
Impact Payero tied a season high with three shots Sunday, however he still has not recorded a shot on target in his nine appearances this season. He was active defensively also as he won three tackles, intercepted one pass and made two clearances before being subbed off in the 71st minute for Sandi Lovric.
NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
