MITCHELL DIJKS NEWS

Excluded from squad Dijks hasn't been called up for Sunday's game versus Lazio because he's going to leave the club, Il Resto Del Carlino reports.

Impact Dijks was in the same situation last January but then didn't actually leave, although he featured very sparingly. After the departure of Aaron Hickey, the club signed two different players in his role, Charalampos Lykogiannis and Andrea Cambiaso. Dijks could perhaps be reintegrated only after the end of the window if his transfer doesn't materialize.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws four fouls against Genoa Dijks created one scoring chance, won one of five tackles, had two clearances and drew four fouls in Saturday's 1-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Dijks got his first start in a while and was fairly dynamic. He has backed up Aaron Hickey in 2021/2022, tallying one assist, 28 crosses (four accurate), seven chances and 15 tackles in 16 appearances (seven starts).

MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in versus Sassuolo Dijks (thigh) sent in two inaccurate crosses, won one tackle and had one interception in 14 minutes in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Dijks got fairly busy in his short time on the pitch upon returning from a thigh strain. He will be in contention to start in Saturday's season finale versus Genoa. He has tallied one assist, 14 crosses (one accurate), six tackles (two won) and four clearances in the last five appearances.

MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Sassuolo game Dijks (thigh) has been included in Bologna's squad list to face Sassuolo Sunday.

Impact Dijks is good to go after missing three matches with a thigh strain. His return could impact Lorenzo De Silvestri and Aaron Hickey's minutes. He has posted one assist, 17 crosses (one accurate), five tackles (one won) and five clearances in his last five appearances.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diagosed with strain Dijks has suffered an adductor strain while warming up versus Udinese, Bologna announced.

Impact Dijks will be sidelined for a couple more matches, and there is a chance his season has ended early. Aaron Hickey, Lorenzo De Silvestri, Denso Kasius and Ibrahima Mbaye will be the top choices on the flanks with Dijks on the shelf.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss time Dijks is taking some tests, but he will certainly miss Wednesday's game versus Inter, assistant Emilio De Leo announced.

Impact Dijks picked up a muscular problem while warming up before the previous matches, and it might be significant. Aaron Hickey and Lorenzo De Silvestri will resume being the top wing-backs with Dijks on the mend, with Ibrahima Mbaye and Denso Kasius backing up them up.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Sunday Dijks was a late scratch in warmups ahead of Sunday's match with Udinese.

Impact Dijks was originally in the starting XI but was scratched in the warm up and replaced by Aaron Hickey. More information on the extent of injury should be available following the match.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Sampdoria Dijks took one off-target shot, sent in five crosses (one accurate), created three scoring chances and picked up one assist in Monday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Dijks was active and effective in the final third and set up Marko Arnautovic with a square ball from the baseline. He was also involved in the second goal, but he was not credited with another assist because his feed was deflected by an opponent before it got to the teammate. He has been the main beneficiary of Lorenzo De Silvestri's absence and could stay in the XI a little longer. He has posted two shots, three chances, 13 crosses and three interceptions in the last five appearances. Bologna will face Juventus away Saturday.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Arnautović nets 2 as Bologna beats Sampdoria 2-0 in Serie A

Marko Arnautović could have had a hat trick but for the crossbar as Bologna beat relegation-threatened Sampdoria 2-0 in Serie A

APRIL 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Delivers five crosses in Milan clash Dijks took one off-target shot, sent in five crosses (zero accurate) and had one block and four successful take-ons in Monday's 0-0 draw with Milan.

Impact Dijks replaced the injured Lorenzo De Silvestri and paced his team in crosses, but he did not connect with a teammate in any of them. He could get a few starts in a row. He has recorded three chances, 15 crosses, seven tackles and five clearances in 12 appearances (four starts). Bologna will host Sampdoria Monday.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays little against Empoli Dijks (thigh) took one shot in three minutes in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Empoli.

Impact Dijks did not draw the start even though Aaron Hickey was out, as the coach preferred to adapt Emanuel Vignato. He will have to mend fences with his gaffer, who did not appreciate the fact that he bowed out of the previous game due to a minor injury while they had several absences. In any case, the starter is back for Saturday's away game versus Lazio.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On track for Empoli game Dijks (thigh) was able to practice fully in the last few days, Il Resto del Carlino reports.

Impact Dijks was a late scratch for the previous game, but his thigh injury was not concerning. He should get a shot to start in Sunday's game versus Empoli since the starter Aaron Hickey is suspended. He has posted three chances, six crosses and four tackles in six matches so far.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Bologna Dijks (thigh) missed Friday's 1-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Dijks was named in the initial squad list but watched the game from the stands. Coach Sinisa Mihajlovic slammed him and Andreas Skov Olsen for not playing through minor injuries, so it is possible he will leave the team before deadline day.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Verona game Dijks (thigh) has been named in Bologna's squad list to face Verona Friday.

Impact Dijks will not miss further time after sitting out one match due to a minor thigh problem. He has generally backed up Aaron Hickey throughout the season, and the starter returned from COVID-19 last week. He has posted three chances, six crosses, four tackles and two interceptions in six appearances (two starts).

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Dijks was not named in the squad list for Monday's game versus Napoli due to a flexor muscle problem in the right thigh, Napoli announced.

Impact Dijks filled in for Aaron Hickey in the recent games, but the injury will likely cost him a pair of matches given the short turnaround. The starter has cleared the protocol and could get the nod if fit enough, otherwise, Lorenzo De Silvestri could adapt to the role.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Dijks (illness) trained in limited fashion Friday, Bologna announced.

Impact Dijks missed about of week due to a non-COVID illness. He should have no trouble being available for the Udinese game, but Aaron Hickey has taken full advantage of his physical problems to establish himself as the starter.

OCTOBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Lazio game Dijks will miss Sunday's match against Lazio because he is feverish, coach Sinisa Mihajlovic announced.

Impact Dijks generally alternates with Aaron Hickey, but the teammate had played more to open the season because Dijks also had to deal with an injury. Ibrahima Mbaye will be the top backup.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub against Verona Dijks (foot) did not play in Sunday's 1-0 win over Verona.

Impact Dijks recovered from a nagging injury, but he did not sub in as Aaron Hickey played the whole game. The two are set to alternate at left-back in the upcoming fixtures. Bologna will face Inter away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Verona match Dijks (foot) has been included in Bologna's squad list to face Verona Monday.

Impact Dijks is available as expected following some time on the mend with a foot edema. He will try to unseat Aaron Hickey, who filled in while he was sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes practicing fully Dijks (foot) worked regularly with his teammates Saturday, Bologna announced.

Impact Dijks missed the first two matches of the season due to a foot edema. He has dealt with major problems in the area in the past, but it appears that this one was less severe. He should be good to for Monday's game versus Verona and will compete for minutes with Aaron Hickey.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Atalanta match Dijks (foot) did not make Bologna's squad list to face Atalanta Saturday.

Impact Dijks has not recovered from an edema in his foot and needs more time to heal. He has a history of issues in that area. Aaron Hickey could get another shot at left-back, although Takehiro Tomiyasu is available in this round.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for opener Dijks will miss Sunday's game against Salernitana due to a bruised foot, coach Sinisa Mihajlovic informed.

Impact Dijks has a history of foot problems and will be properly assessed in the next few days. Aaron Hickey is available and will be in the running to replace him. Ibrahima Mbaye and Ebenezer Annan are also options.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for season finale Dijks sent in two crosses (one accurate), drew one foul, won three duels and had two successful take-ons in Monday's 2-2 draw with Verona and will miss the last game due to yellow-...

Impact Dijks had a routine display in both phases in this one and was booked for the fifth time in the season. He closed a so-so routine with 32 tackles and 37 crosses in 20 appearances. Ibrahima Mbaye or Lorenzo De Silvestri will take his place on the left flank versus Juventus. The rest of the back-line will hinge on whether Danilo will be able to return.

MAY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahimović misses penalty, Milan beats Bologna 2-1

Zlatan Ibrahimović missed a penalty but AC Milan won 2-1 at Bologna to bounce back from a disappointing week

JANUARY 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ibrahimović scores twice as Milan beats Bologna 2-0

Zlatan Ibrahimović has scored twice to help AC Milan beat Bologna 2-0 in Serie A

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS