JONATHAN IKONE NEWS

Scores goal Ikone scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Roma.

Impact Ikone will finish May with two goals across four games (three started). He doubled his goal tally logged between August and April. If able to score once more before the 2022-23 Serie A's conclusion, Ikone would surpass his career-best 2020-21 Ligue 1 goal tally.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns, scores goal Ikone scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Salernitana.

Impact Ikone sat out Fiorentina's last two games of April. Fortunately for the team, he was available against Salernitana and did not disappoint. By scoring once Wednesday, Ikone helped Fiorentina salvage one point going into a difficult game scheduled at Napoli on Sunday.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Monza Ikone didn't feature in Sunday's 2-3 loss to Monza.

Impact Ikone didn't get minutes despite getting rested midweek, as the coach hinted that he was dealing with a minor problem and wasn't 100 percent even though was called up. He has recorded one assist, five chances crated, two inaccurate crosses, and five off-target shots in the last five games.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Monza clash Ikone was spared due to fatigue midweek versus Lech Poznan and logged multiple full practices afterward, Sky Italy relays.

Impact Ikone isn't dealing with an injury but got load-managed midweek. He'll be a candidate to start wide along with Riccardo Saponara, Riccardo Sottil, and Christan Kouame. He has recorded one assist, five chances created, two inaccurate crosses, and fourth tackles (three won) in the last five matches.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for continental game Ikone hasn't been called up for Thursday's match versus Lech Poznan because he hasn't recovered fully from the last Serie A game, coach Vincenzo Italiano informed.

Impact Ikone is dealing with some lingering fatigue and won't be involved to avoid more serious problems. His absence will lead to more playing time for Riccardo Saponara and Riccardo Sottil, but he could be back for Sunday's match versus Monza.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Average performance in draw Ikone had three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Spezia.

Impact Ikone was actively involved in the game but failed to record a goal involvement. The lack of goal involvements is a huge concern as he has managed only two assists and zero goals in last 14 appearances. He will have to perform well in the upcoming matches or he will lose his starting spot to Nicolas Gonzalez.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays five minutes Ikone registered one tackle (one won) across five minutes in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Ikone was not part of Fiorentina's starting XI despite having two assists across his previous three appearances. But once the league serves a respite scheduled until April, he is expected to be part of Fiorentina's starting XI again.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Ikone had an assist with his lone chance created during Sunday's match against Cremonese.

Impact Ikone set up Rolando Mandragora in the 27th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was a team-high fourth of the season in 24 appearances for the attacker as he subbed off in the 68th minute.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in Verona game Ikone assisted once to go with two shots (zero on target), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory over Verona.

Impact Ikone drew the start in this one and slipped it to Antonin Barak in the box ahead of the opening goal. He has been splitting time with Riccardo Saponara lately. He hadn't collected points since November. He has notched ten shots (zero on target), six chances created, and eight crosses (one accurate) in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots on day Ikone recorded four shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Monza.

Impact Ikone had multiple chances in goal but failed to tally a shot on net during Wednesday's match. He has totaled three assists and five chances created in the last four matches. The Frenchman has been in the starting lineup consistently for the last five games after only starting five of his previous 10 games.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists versus Salernitana Ikone assisted one goal from three chances created and took one off-target shot in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Ikone assisted Giacomo Bonaventura's opener in the 15th minute to give them the early lead. That was his first assist in the season, to go with two goals. The midfielder has been in and out the starting XI after 13 appearances (eight starts).

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets off the bench Ikone scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 4-3 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Ikone entered the match in the ninth minute and scored Fiorentina's second goal in the 60th. The goal was the second in ten appearances for the forward, a team-high total, as his playing time has fluctuated with an even five starts and five substitute appearances.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Appears off bench in Juventus match Ikone drew one foul and sent in one inaccurate cross in 20 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Ikone did not make a great impact in his cameo as the coach picked Riccardo Saponara over him in this one. It took him a while to adjust to his new surroundings after joining in January, but he eventually became a regular and serviceable contributor. He posted one goal, one assist, 16 shots (six on target) and ten chances in 17 appearances (seven starts).

MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ineffective off bench versus Bologna Ikone (thigh) played 31 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 win over Bologna but did not pick up any stat.

Impact Ikone was available despite picking up a thigh problem in the previous game, but he had just 12 passes. He will try to unseat Riccardo Sottil in the upcoming matches. He has logged one assist, six shots, seven chances and four crosses in eight games (three starts) since joining. Fiorentina will face Inter away Saturday.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fine after minor scare Ikone did not sustain significant injuries in the Verona game and returned to full practice Wednesday, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Ikone left the previous game at half-time, but his tests came back clean. He is set to be available for Sunday's home game versus Bologna, but Nicolas Gonzalez is in better shape following an illness and the two have rarely featured together. He has logged five shots, three chances and one crosses in the last four appearances.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh problem Ikone took one off-target shot and bowed out at halftime in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Verona due to an adductor issue, coach Vincenzo Italiano stated.

Impact Ikone experienced some discomfort in the area in the early going and tried to soldier through it, but the coach took him out at intermission. He is headed for some tests to determine whether the problem will cost him time. Nicolas Gonzalez has been managed lately due to a lingering illness, but he is poised to be back in the XI in Sunday's home game against Bologna regardless of whether Ikone is fit or not.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist off bench in win Ikone made an assist, created two chances and sent in two accurate crosses during Monday's 6-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Ikone was brought in the 77th minute as part of a triple substitution and made an impact just seven minutes later, assisting Lucas Torreira for his side's sixth goal with a perfect cross from the left flank. With three assists over his last four appearances, the winger will hope his performance helps him to keep getting playing time during Sunday's visit to Cagliari.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Udinese Ikone (ankle) has been included in Fiorentina's squad list to face Udinese Thursday.

Impact Ikone practiced on the side in his first few days at the club, but he appears to have shaken off a sprain he picked up with Lille. The coach suggested he will bring him off the bench while he gets used to his new surroundings.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lille selling forward Ikone to Italian club Fiorentina

French champion Lille is selling forward Jonathan Ikone to Italian club Fiorentina

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moves to Fiorentina Ikone has joined Fiorentina on a permanent deal from Lille, the club announced.

Impact Ikone has inked a five-year contract with the Serie A side. He has notched two goals and two assists in 23 matches so far, adding 33 shots and 21 chances. He is set to unseat Jose Maria Callejon and Riccardo Saponara once he will have adjusted to his new surroundings. He practiced on the side in the last couple of days due to a muscular problem he suffered before the break. He will have to be assessed ahead of January 6th's match versus Udinese.

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Bordeaux match Ikone is dealing with an undisclosed problem and didn't make the 20-man squad for Wednesday's match versus Bordeaux.

Impact The full extent of Ikone's ailment remains unclear but he'll have the Winter break to recover for the next match. Renato Sanches could slide outside to fill in for Ikone while Xeka could get the nod in the middle of the park alongside Benjamin Andre. Angel Gomes has been impressive of late and also has a chance to get rewarded with a start directly in place of Ikone on the right flank.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dishes two assists in UCL win Ikone tallied two assists, three shots (two on target), three chances created, four dribbles and a yellow card in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Ikone was a creative force to reckon with in a glorious day for Lille as they march on to the elimination stages of UCL. The winger dished his first assists of the season and first major contributions in last six matches across all competitions. He's been very active of late with six shots and three chances created over his past two matches alone.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Carrick coaches United, Xavi's Barca faces Benfica

Manchester United heads to Villarreal with an interim coach and a chance to qualify for the Champions League knockout stage with a game to spare

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS