Napoli Team News Page 108 - Soccer

Dries Mertens - Still ways away from returning Mertens (shoulder) has joined the rest of the squad for the second pre-season retreat in Castel Di Sangro, but he has yet to be cleared for contact, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports...

Impact Mertens underwent shoulder surgery in July and needs more time to recuperate fully. The outlet speculates that he will be back in early October, although he will be re-assessed during the first international break in mid-September.

AUGUST 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hirving Lozano - Resumes practicing with Napoli Lozano (eye) has received the green light to train by the doctors, but he will probably miss the first pair of matches, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Lozano suffered an eye and head injury during the Gold Cup with Mexico. The problem forced him to miss him most of the pre-season and that should hold him out for the initial contests, even though he is on his way to a full recovery. Lorenzo Insigne, Matteo Politano and Adam Ounas will be the top choices on the flanks until Lozano returns.

AUGUST 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Demme - Undergoes surgery Demme went under the knife to repair a torn MCL in the right knee and will rest completely for ten days before starting the rehab, Napoli informed.

Impact Demme underwent further tests after the initial diagnosis, which revealed that the ligament had a detachment, forcing the operation. He is now facing a two-to-three month timetable for his return, Ansa reports. If Napoli did not sign a new midfielder, Stanislav Lobotka and Eljif Elmas would see more playing time to open the season.

JULY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Demme - Will miss extended time Demme has sustained a grade 2/3 sprain of the MCL in the right knee, Napoli announced.

Impact Demme will not undergo surgery for now. While Napoli simply stated that he will be re-evaluated over the next few weeks, it could take him up to two months to return, La Repubblica reports. He is set to miss at least the first two matches against Venezia and Genoa. Napoli will lean more on Stanislav Lobotka and Eljif Elmas to open the season.

JULY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Demme - Sprains knee during friendly Demme has suffered a severe right-knee sprain during a pre-season match and will soon undergo further tests, Napoli informed.

Impact Demme bowed out early in a game versus Pro Vercelli and requires further exams to verify whether he sustained any structural damage. With one month to go before the start of the season, Demme is in danger of missing the opening match.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli's Osimhen can be like Vucinic and Iaquinta under Spalletti - D'Agostino ' Goal.com Former Italy international Gaetano D'Agostino believes Victor Osimhen can be like Mirko Vucinic and Vincenzo Iaquinta under new Napoli manager Luciano Spalletti.

JULY 17, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Hirving Lozano - Leaves hospital Lozano has been discharged from the Dallas clinic after the tests for a possible head injury came back clean, Mexico informed.

Impact Lozano needed 40 stitches to close a wound near his eye and also suffered a neck trauma. It is unclear when he will be allowed to travel to Naples to be assessed by his team's doctor. He was given a four-to-weeks timetable to recover, but that is not is set in stone. In any case, he faces an uphill climb to be ready for the opening match in late August.

JULY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Azzurri deserve to take title back to Rome “Fratelli d’Italia; l’Italia s’e desta…” To see the Italy players singing Il Canto degli Italiani at the outset of their Euro 2020 matches w...

JULY 12, 2021 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

Lorenzo Insigne - Fires five shots in England clash Insigne took five shots (one on target), drew two fouls, had three successful take-ons and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 4-3 win over England on PKs.

Impact Insigne paced his team for shots and was the main engine for the Italy offense alongside Federico Chiesa. He was replaced at the end of regulation as he was fatigued. He posted two goals, 19 shots, 13 chances created and 20 crosses in a very solid Euro. He has a year left on his deal with Napoli and the two sides so far have had trouble coming to terms on an extension, although a break-up would be pretty stunning.

JULY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giovanni Di Lorenzo - Stuffs stat-sheet versus England Di Lorenzo sent in four crosses (two accurate), created two scoring chances, had three interceptions and won 10 duels in Sunday's 4-3 win over England on PKs.

Impact Di Lorenzo was caught out of position on the opening goal, when Italy were scrambling back after a corner kick, but he then proceeded to have a busy performance on both ends. He has been decent since taking over from the injured Alessandro Florenzi, registering seven crosses, 19 tackles, 14 clearances and five shots in six games. He will continue to be Napoli starter in the role in the upcoming campaign.

JULY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

'Congratulations Italy' - Eto'o, Nsofor and African stars celebrate Azzurri's Euro 2020 triumph ' Goal.com Former Inter Milan striker Samuel Eto’o, Obinna Nsofor and Napoli’s Faouzi Ghoulam have congratulated Italy following their success at Euro 2020.

JULY 11, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Mexico star Lozano ruled out for rest of Gold Cup after suffering gruesome head injury ' Goal.com Mexico star Hirving Lozano was carted off just 18 minutes into Saturday's Gold Cup opener after a scary collission with Trinidad & Tobago goalkeeper Marvin Phillip.

JULY 11, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Hirving Lozano - Sidelined for at least a month Lozano will need four-to-six weeks to recover from an eye injury and a neck trauma and will soon undergo a full neurological evaluation, Mexico announced.

Impact Lozano is in danger of missing the start of the season after a scary collision with an opponent. He is surely done for the Gold Cup and, once medically possible, the Federation will arrange his travel to Naples, where he will continue to be monitored throughout the summer. Serie A will kick off on August 21st.

JULY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hirving Lozano - In good shape so far Lozano (head) spent the night in the hospital and is returning positive results in his examinations, according to Omar Villarreal Villalbazo of TV Azteca Deportes.

Impact It still seems unlikely that Lozano will play any time soon, though each passing day improves his chances of returning when his club season begins. There's still more time to assess his status for the Gold Cup, but Mexico will need to continue advancing through the competition to give Lozano another chance to play, if that's possible.

JULY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hirving Lozano - Hospitalized after head injury Lozano was carted off after colliding with an opponent in the Gold Cup match versus Trinidad and Tobago and underwent surgery for a deep cut near his eye, Tuttomercatowb and Mexico...

Impact Lozano forcefully hit his head against the goalkeeper and stayed on the ground for extended time and was quickly transported to the hospital. The national team announced that he is responsive and stable and will continue to be monitored.

JULY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastiano Luperto - Moves back to Napoli Luperto has returned to Napoli following Crotone's relegation.

Impact Luperto logged 23 appearances in the past season, registering 38 tackles, 27 interceptions and 72 clearances. Napoli might keep him for depth purposes in the back or send him on loan elsewhere.

JULY 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Insigne - Quiet in Spain game Insigne sent in one inaccurate cross, created one scoring chance, drew one foul and won two duels in Tuesday's 5-3 win on PKs over Spain.

Impact Insigne was not a big threat in this one as Italy did not manage to attack as effectively as in previous matches. He has posted two goals, 14 shots, 12 chances created and 19 crosses in five Euro matches. Italy will face either England or Denmark in the final Sunday.

JULY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giovanni Di Lorenzo - Solid against Spain Di Lorenzo had three clearances and two interceptions, won six duels and drew two fouls in Tuesday's 5-3 win on PKs over Spain.

Impact Di Lorenzo stayed in the lineup despite Alessandro Florenzi being available and turned in another decent shift on the right flank. He has registered five shots, 15 tackles, five interceptions and 13 clearances in five Euro appearances. Italy will face either England or Denmark in the final Sunday.

JULY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dries Mertens - Undergoes shoulder injury Mertens went under the knife to stabilize the right shoulder, Napoli informed.

Impact Mertens waited until after the Euro to get the procedure after being bothered by the issue a couple of times during the season. The club stated that he will rest for two-to-three weeks before starting the rehab protocol. He is considered in doubt for the first two matches of next season.

JULY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Malcuit - Heads back to Napoli Malcuit has returned to Napoli following the loan spell at Fiorentina and might stay in the roster next season.

Impact Malcuit did not play much in his six months at Fiorentina, appearing just five times. Napoli lost Elseid Hysaj on a free transfer at right-back, therefore Malcuit could serve as Giovanni Di Lorenzo's backup next season.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Insigne - Scores against Belgium Insigne took three shots (two on target), sent in four crosses (one accurate), created three chances and scored a goal in Friday's 2-1 win over Belgium.

Impact Insigne doubled the lead in the second half with one of his trademark curled shots from outside the box. He also paced his side for crosses and had a strong outing overall. He has hit the net twice in four Euro appearances, adding 14 shots, 11 chances created and 11 shots. Italy will face Spain Tuesday.

JULY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giovanni Di Lorenzo - Causes penalty in Belgium match Di Lorenzo won two of seven tackles and ten duels, had five clearances and drew three fouls in Friday's 2-1 win over Belgium.

Impact Di Lorenzo put another good-looking stat-line, however, he contributed to re-opening the contest late in the first half by fouling Jeremy Doku in the box. He has tallied five shots, two created chances, 13 tackles and ten clearances in four Euro games. Alessandro Florenzi might be back for Tuesday's semi-final against Spain, but it is uncertain whether he will be ready to start right away.

JULY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Should Maradona's candid Osimhen assessment shape second year at Napoli? ' Goal.com While some have perceived Diego Jr's appraisal of Napoli's Victor Osimhen as blunt, the son of the late Diego Maradona made arresting points about Nigeria's most expensive player.

JULY 2, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Dries Mertens - Appears off bench versus Portugal Mertens played 42 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 1-0 win over Portugal.

Impact Mertens has been left on the bench now in second straight outing but given the serious injuries for Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard, he will likely start in the quarterfinal versus Italy. The winger has been very quiet in his two starts providing very few numbers.

JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Insigne - Produces versus Austria Insigne took four shots (two on target), sent in four crosses (two accurate), created four scoring chances and was dispossessed four times in Saturday's 2-1 win over Austria.

Impact Insigne was a little sloppy with the ball at times, but he paced his team for shots and co-led it in chances, even though he did not fully come through with a goal or an assist. He has registered one goal, 11 shots, eight chances created and 14 crosses in three Euro fixtures. Italy will face Belgium or Portugal in the quarter-finals Friday.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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