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Re-ups with Fiorentina Saponara has agreed to a new one-year deal with Fiorentina, the team announced.

Impact Saponara was set to become a free agent on July 1, but the club decided to keep him around. He has logged three goals, three assists, 37 shots (14 on target) and 20 chances in 29 appearances (13 starts) last season. He will likely have a similar role next season.

JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers four crosses against Juventus Saponara sent in four crosses (one accurate) and drew one foul in Saturday's 2-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Saponara was selected in the starting XI after two sub appearances but did not have a great showing other than swinging in a few crosses. He has notched three goals, three assists, 37 shots (14 on target) and 28 crosses in 29 appearances (13 starts) this season.

MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Saponara scored one goal from three shots and sent in one inaccurate ross in Sunday's 2-1 loss at Salernitana.

Impact Saponara subbed on after halftime and scored the equalizer in the 64th minute, but they conceded again later and ended up with the road loss. The forward now has three goals in the season. He will look for better luck when they host Udinese on Wednesday.

APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan reclaims Serie A lead from city rival Inter

Sandro Tonali scored in stoppage time as AC Milan came back from a goal down for a 2-1 win at Lazio that restored the Rossoneri’s position atop the Italian league table

APRIL 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Strong performance against Inter Saponara had four shots (one on target), created four chances, sent in two accurate crosses and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Saponara had his second start over the last three games and was one of the best men on the pitch, pacing his side in both shots attempted and chances created. There's some strong competition for a starting spot on Fiorentina's attacking line, but Saponara certainly helped his case a lot with this performance. Up next for him is Apr. 3 home match against Empoli.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Snags assist off bench Saponara made a 27-minutes substitute appearance versus Sassuolo on Saturday in which he registered one assist, one cross (accurate) and one chance created.

Impact Considering Saponara has made just one start in his last eight outings, not to mentioned another three matches as an unused substitute, he probably shouldn't be expected to offer more than low-end fantasy value moving forward.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back versus Lazio Saponara has cleared the COVID-19 protocol and has been practicing fully in the lead-up of Saturday's game versus Lazio, La Nazione reports.

Impact Saponara sat out the previous game, but the break gave him time to recover fully. He will be an option on the flanks, although he generally has to compete with Jose Callejon and Jonathan Ikone. He has started just once in the past six matches, posting six shots, one chance and two crosses.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Cagliari Saponara was not named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Cagliari Sunday.

Impact Saponara is out for undisclosed reasons, although the club announced two unnamed COVID-19 cases earlier today. He got the start in the past game. Jose Callejon and Jonathan Ikone are the main candidates to take his place on the wing.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids fracture Saponara (wrist) was able to practice fully once Fiorentina returned on the pitch and did suffer a serious injury as initially feared, La Nazione reports.

Impact Saponara played just a handful of minutes in the last game before the break due to a wrist injury, but it turned out to be just a sprain and he is poised to be available for January 6th's game versus Udinese. He generally serves as a super-sub. He has tallied two goals, two assists, 19 shots and 11 chances created in 16 matches (six starts).

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off quickly against Verona Saponara created one chance in seven minutes in Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Verona and was forced off by a wrist injury, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Saponara did not last long after entering the game and is suspected to have suffered a fracture, which could cost him time past the winter break. He is headed for some tests to confirm or dispute the early diagnosis. Fiorentina will host Udinese on January 6th.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Afena-Gyan sealed a late brace with a long-range strike ' Top 5 Goal ' Round 13 ' Serie A 2021/22

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Scores gem versus Milan Saponara took two shots (one on target), won three duels and scored a goal in Saturday's 4-3 win over Milan.

Impact Saponara bagged a pivotal goal as he put his team up by two right before the end of the first half with a gorgeous curled shot from distance. He might stop starting with Nicolas Gonzalez returning from COVID, but he can be impactful off the bench as well. He is now up to two goals, two assists, 15 shots and nine chances created in 11 games (five starts). Fiorentina will face Empoli away Saturday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers five crosses versus Juventus Saponara took two off-target shots, sent in four crosses, created one scoring chance and won two duels in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Juventus.

Impact Saponara was rather active but he lacked precision and Fiorentina did not manage to break through. He is bound to lose minutes once Nicolas Gonzalez shakes off COVID. Fiorentina will face Milan at home after the break.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Venezia Saponara (knee) did not feature in Monday's 0-1 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Saponara was available after missing time with a knee issue, but the coach made different choices. He projects to remain in a backup role. He has tallied one goal, one assist, three shots and two crosses in six games (one start). Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Named to match-day squad Saponara (knee) will be available off the bench against Venezia on Monday, per SkySports.

Impact Saponara returns to action following just one match on the sidelines due to his knee problem. The forward has made just one appearance in the starting XI this season and figures to continue serving primarily as a frequent substitute this year, limiting him to low-end fantasy value.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Venezia game Saponara (knee) has been called up for Monday's match versus Venezia, but he is doubt due to knee soreness, coach Vincenzo Italiano informed.

Impact Saponara missed the past game because of the same issues and has not fully shaken it off. He has better chances to be available than two weeks ago, but he is generally used in a reserve role.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Napoli clash Saponara (knee) was unavailable in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Napoli.

Impact Saponara was set to be a late call due to knee soreness and did not pass the fitness test. He should be able to shake off the issue during the break. Fiorentina will face Venezia away in two weeks. He has notched one goal, one assist, three shots and two crosses in six games (one start).

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Napoli match Saponara is dealing with some knee soreness but he has a shot to be available for Sunday's game against Napoli, coach Vincenzo Italiano announced.

Impact Saponara picked up the issue in the past game and has been limited throughout the week, but the coach did not rule him out altogether. Even if available, he would likely be used off the bench, but he has had some success in such role.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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