MEHDI BOURABIA NEWS

Agrees to Frosinone move Bourabia has inked a one-year contract with an option upon joining Frosinone from Spezia, the team announced.

Impact Bourabia heads back to Serie A after his most consistent campaign in years, as he featured 37 times and notched one goal, three assists, 37 chances crated, and 64 crosses (13 accurate). His arrival could impact Luca Mazzitelli and Enzo Barrenechea's minutes since they have similar skillsets.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist Bourabia assisted one goal and attempted three shots (none on target) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Roma.

Impact Bourabia claimed his third assist of the season and his first since January when is mis-directed shot was headed in by Dimitris Nikolaou. The midfielder started 36 games this season after managing only two in the previous campaign.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Bourabia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 3-2 loss against Atalanta.

Impact Bourabia scored a consolation goal in the 64th minute assisted by Eldor Shomurodov. This was his first and only goal of the season. He has however assisted twice in the campaign. He also made two key passes, six clearances, one interception and one tackle.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lively against Lazio Bourabia recorded one shot (zero on goal), two interceptions, three crosses (one accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 0-3 defeat against Lazio.

Impact Bourabia had a fine showing on both ends and had the best chance for his side in the first few minutes, but his finish from close range rattled the crossbar. He remains scoreless in the season. He has logged three off-target shots, four key passes, ten crosses (two accurate), and three tackles (two won) in the last five games.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts five crosses Bourabia recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Salernitana.

Impact Bourabia's five crosses were his highest tally in the category since 2022. Across his last five appearances, he has 13 crosses (two accurate) for an average of 2.6 per game during the span.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wings in four crosses in Juventus game Bourabia won five duels and had two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), and three corners in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Bourabia was more involved in the offense than usual in this one, but he didn't have great touch. He has recorded five crosses (one on target), six inaccurate crosses, seven tackles (five won), and four interceptions in the last five matches.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Bourabia assisted one goal from his only chance created, took one shot on target, sent in one accurate cross and made three clearances in 30 minutes during Sunday's 2-1 win at Vero...

Impact Bourabia subbed on in the second half and assisted M'Bala Nzola's game-winner in the 69th minute to complete their comeback. That was his first assist in the season. That was his first appearance off bench so far after 14 consecutive starts, and he will look to reclaim his spot in the squad after the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lively outing in defeat Bourabia had four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Bourabia led his team in corners and crosses for the evening, but it was otherwise a rather unproductive outing for the midfielder. He was relieved for a fresh set of legs in Mikael Egil Ellertsson during the 69th minute.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses again Bourabia had eight crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Fiorentina.

Impact Bourabia is on a dangerous form with his second match in a row with eight crosses. He now has 18 crosses in the last three games after starting the first nine contests with just two. The 31-year-old has moved from defensive-midfield to a defensive-right midfielder, giving him the freedom to produce more crosses. This brings his crosses on the year to 20 (four accurate) along with 21 tackles (nine won).

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Napoli Bourabia did not feature in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Napoli.

Impact Bourabia spent the entire game on the bench as it was the case in the previous five fixtures. He has registered one goal, two chances, three crosses (zero accurate) and ten clearances in eight appearances (two starts) this season.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return versus Torino Bourabia (thigh) resumed practicing fully earlier in the week, but coach Thiago Motta was noncommittal about his status in the pre-game presser.

Impact Bourabia has missed the last five matches due to a thigh strain, and he has often been left out of the squad list even if he was healthy. He has appeared in just eight matches (two starts), recording two chances, three inaccurate crosses, five tackles and ten clearances. The other Spezia midfielders are currently healthy.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains shelved Bourabia (thigh) was omitted from Spezia's squad list to face Venezia Saturday.

Impact Bourabia will remain sidelined through the break because of a thigh injury that is more serious than originally thought. Jakub Kiwior and Simone Bastoni are atop the hierarchy in the midfield, while Jacopo Sala is returning from injury in this one to provide depth.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Sassuolo match Bourabia has been ruled out for Friday's game against Sassuolo due to muscle fatigue, Spezia announced.

Impact Bourabia has been unable to practice fully this week because of the ailment and the coach will hold him out for this one. He has seen very limited minutes in recent months and their other options in the midfield are currently available.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Salernitana Bourabia (undisclosed) did not feature in Monday's 2-2 draw with Salernitana.

Impact Bourabia was available after a one-game absence, but he did not feature even though his team was short-handed in the midfield. He appears to have fallen behind also Kevin Agudelo and Aurelien Nguiamba in the pecking order. He has tallied two chances, three crosses, five tackles and ten clearances in six matches. Spezia will host Fiorentina Monday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Salernitana Bourabia has been included in Spezia's squad list for Monday's game against Salernitana.

Impact Bourabia missed one game before the break for unspecified reasons. He has a shot at seeing minutes in the midfield considering Simone Bastoni and Viktor Kovalenko's absences. He has not played in six weeks, though. He has posted two chances, three crosses, five tackles and ten clearances in six appearances (two starts) so far.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Sampdoria match Bourabia was not named in Spezia's squad list to face Sampdoria Sunday.

Impact Bourabia will be unavailable for this one, although it is unclear whether he picked up an injury of it is just a coaching decision. Jacopo Sala and Aurelien Nguiamba will provide depth to the midfield Sunday.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Verona game Bourabia (calf) has been named in Spezia's squad list to face Verona Thursday.

Impact Bourabia missed some time before the break due to a lingering calf problem, but he has gotten healthy during the break. He will be in contention to start with Jacopo Sala and Jakub Kiwior. he has logged two chances, three crosses, five tackles and ten clearances in six games so far.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Empoli game Bourabia (undiclosed) is missing from Spezia's squad list to face Empoli Sunday.

Impact Bourabia played midweek after sitting out one game due to lack of conditioning and probably is not ready to handle short rests after significant time on the mend with a calf problem. Starter Jacopo Sala is on the shelf as well, therefore the coach will have to adapt somebody in the role.

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Features in domestic cup Bourabia played a few minutes in Thursday's Coppa Italia game versus Lecce.

Impact Bourabia sat out the last game due to lack of conditioning, but he was available midweek. He might get the nod Sunday against Empoli at home because Jacopo Sala picked up an injury in the last match and is questionable. He has scored once and logged two chances created, three crosses, five tackles and ten clearances in six appearances (two starts).

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Absent versus Roma Bourabia is missing from Spezia's squad list to face Roma Monday.

Impact Bourabia recently returned from a lengthy calf injury and was likely excluded simply for lack of conditioning. Salva Ferrer and AImar Sher will back up regular starters Giulio Maggiore, Viktor Kovalenko and Jacopo Sala in this one.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes sub appearance against Inter Bourabia (calf) drew one foul, won one duel and had one clearance in 26 minutes in Wednesday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Bourabia worked his way back from a serious calf injury but was not very involved in this one. He figures to compete primarily with Jacopo Sala going forward, while Giulio Maggiore and Viktor Kovalenko should have steadier roles. He has posted two chances created, four tackles, ten clearances and two interceptions in five appearances (two starts). Spezia will host Sassuolo Sunday.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in squad Wednesday Bourabia (calf) was named to the match-day squad for Wednesday's matchup with Inter Milan, per SkySports.

Impact Bourabia has been out of action since Sept. 25 versus AC Milan, a stretch of eight matches on the sidelines due to his calf problem. Even fully fit, the midfielder is far from a lock for the starting XI and may need to make a few substitute appearances given his extended layoff.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Inter clash Bourabia (calf) has been included in Spezia's squad list to face Inter Wednesday.

Impact Bourabia has been out for nearly two months following a calf injury and is set to slowly re-integrated into the rotation, alternating with Jacopo Sala, Viktor Kovalenko and Giulio Maggiore in the role. He has scored once ad added four tackles, nine clearances and two interceptions in four appearances.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on the mend Bourabia (calf) was not named in Spezia's squad list to face Atalanta Saturday.

Impact Bourabia got hurt in late September and has yet to resume practicing fully, so he might not come back next week either. Spezia will continue leaning primarily on Giulio Maggiore, Viktor Kovalenko and Jacopo Sala in the role.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not close to returning Bourabia (calf) could be back after the third international break, but it not certain yet as the injury was more severe than expected, Ansa reports.

Impact Bourabia has not practiced in any capacity since picking up the injury and he is certainly out for the next two games against Fiorentina and Torino. He is iffy also for the first one after the break, although he has three weeks to make progress. Spezia will remain thin in the midfield until he returns.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE