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Genoa midfielder Malinovskyi to undergo surgery after horrific lower-leg fracture

Impact Malinovskyi was taken directly to the hospital due to the severity of the injury and is set for a multi-month spell on the sidelines. He's been filling in for Junior Messias (thigh) lately, who shouldn't be too far away from coming back. The same goes for Fabio Miretti (thigh). Morten Thorsby will hold down the fort while his teammates are ready.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Injures ankle Saturday Malinovskyi was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Venezia with an ankle injury.

Impact Malinovskyi left the match in the 49th minute, succumbing to injury and being replaced by Andrea Pinamonti. Malinovskyi was stretchered off the pitch and could be set for a lengthy absence.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Verona Malinovskyi drew one foul, won two of two tackles and registered two shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Verona.

Impact Malinovkyi headed back to the bench in the last two weeks after getting the start in the opener, when Andrea Pinamonti hadn't joined yet and Junior Messias played as a striker. He might maintain this role in most games when they are whole, but he generally subs in pretty early. He has notched four shots (zero on target), one key passes and three tackles in three tilts.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Malinovskyi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Friday's 2-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Malinovskyi scored his fourth goal of the season in the final fixture. It occurred in the 13th minute as he beat the goalkeeper with a well-placed shot from the edge of the box that went off the post and into the net. His four goals this season marked his highest number since 2021.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot against Roma Malinovskyi won one of one tackle, took one shot on target, created one scoring chance and sent in one cross (zero accurate) in nine minutes in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Roma.

Impact Malinovskyi did a little bit of everything on offense despite his short time on the pitch. If he's feeling better, he could start over Kevin Strootman and Morten Thorsby in the season finale.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Roma Malinkovskyi (thigh) "has healed and will be a bench option versus Roma on Sunday;" coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Malinovskyi is good to go after being sidelined for a month and a half because of a significant thigh strain. He operated as a super sub in his last few appearances before getting hurt, and that shouldn't change down the stretch. He has notched four shots (two on target), one key pass and three crosses (zero accurate) in his last five showings.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit multiple games Malinovskyi suffered a left biceps femoris strain, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Malinovskyi will be out for a month or so because of the injury. Aaron Martin (thigh), Djed Spence, Kevin Strootman and Morten Thorsby are candidates to absorb his playing time, but he has mostly featured off the bench as of late.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off quickly versus Frosinone Malinovskyi took one shot on target and had one inaccurate cross and one block in 18 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Frosinone before asking to come out due to a...

Impact Malinovskyi began on the bench for the sixth game in a row and didn't last long due to a muscular ailment. He's headed for some tests. Kevin Strootman and Morten Thorsby would absorb his playing time if needed.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Malinovskyi finds the net with a stunning strike | Top Moment | Genoa-Atalanta | Serie A 2023/24

FEBRUARY 15 • YOUTUBE

Nets goal Malinovskyi scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 4-1 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Malinovskyi was one of the few players to do something positive for Genoa Sunday, bagging a goal off of a Milan Badelj assist in the 51st minute. This gave Malinovskyi only his third goal contribution of the season, with his last coming back on Dec. 2, where he also scored against Empoli. He will now hope to keep up this type of production going into their next match, as despite starting in 17 contests this campaign, he has had a slightly lackluster season in his midfield role, only registering nine chances created, 15 crosses and 32 shots to go along with his six-goal contributions.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Redeemed by Genoa Malinovskyi has been bought out early by Genoa, the team announced.

Impact Malinovskyi was bound to stay permanently as the conditions to trigger the clause were easy to achieve, but Genoa decided to pull the trigger as part of a bigger deal with Olympique Marseille.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in attempts versus Lecce Malinovskyi had six shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), one interception, and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Lecce.

Impact Malinovskyi fired off at will from downtown but couldn't hit the target in any of his efforts. He hasn't contributed to a goal in seven straight fixtures, also because of a more defensive role. He has logged 13 shots (four on target), four key passes, and six crosses (two accurate) in such a stretch. Genoa will visit Empoli on Saturday.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Shoots three times Malinovskyi had three shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Torino. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 7...

Impact Malinovskyi put two shots on frame for the first time this season but was unable to find a way past Vanja Milinkovic-Savic in the Torino goal. He will look to build on this performance next time out against Salernitana.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to start Malinovskyi (knock) is starting for Genoa during Saturday's clash with Torino.

Impact Malinovskyi is good to go after dealing with a knock in the buildup to the match. The midfielder has scored twice and provided an assist in 16 Serie A appearances.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Torino tilt Malinovskyi "had a small problem but should be available Saturday," coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Malinovskyi picked up an undisclosed ailment in training and will be further evaluated in the lead-up to the game. He might drop to the bench even if he's indeed fit enough. Kevin Strootman is returning from an illness and would likely take his place in that case.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Subpar production against Sassuolo Malinovskyi generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-1 victory against Sassuolo.

Impact Malinovskyi saw involvement across the pitch, including on a set piece, but was unable to produce much of an attacking threat. He will look to make a larger impact in his side's next game against Inter Milan.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two attempts against Juventus Malinovskyi recorded two shots (one on goal), one interception, one block, and one chance created in Friday's 1-1 draw against Juventus.

Impact Malinovskyi played as a pure midfielder with Albert Gudmundsson and Junior Messias in the lineup and was limited by the position, even though he had a lot of touches. He has scored twice and added nine shots (three on target), three chances created, and four crosses (one accurate) in his last five appearances. Genoa will face Sassuolo away Friday.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Malinovskyi completed a one-game ban in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Monza.

Impact Malinovskyi sat out one due to yellow-card accumulation. Unless the coach changes the scheme, he'll compete with Junior Messias to start against Juventus on Friday. He's been in a groove lately, posting two goals, one assist, seven shots (two on target), and three chances created in the last five rounds.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits the net versus Empoli Malinovskyi scored one goal to go with four shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate), and two corners and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Em...

Impact Malinovskui moved to the midfield to replace Kevin Strootman but still bombed away from distance at will and found his second consecutive goal with a neat strike from outside the box. However, he'll miss the next game due to yellow-card accumulation. Morten Thorsby or Berkan Kutlu will take his place versus Monza next Sunday.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed out due to cramps Malinovskyi didn't suffer an injury and was replaced because of cramps, coach Alberto Gilardino informed.

Impact Malinovskyi left a little early holding his calf, but it looks like he escaped without a significant issue. He's set for a more meaningful role while Albert Gudmundsson (calf) is missing. He has scored and assisted once in the last five games, adding seven shots (two on target), four key passes, and three crosses (two accurate).

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, leaves with injury Malinovskyi scored a goal, but left injured in the second half of Sunday's match against Frosinone.

Impact Malinovskyi leveled the score with a goal in the 38th minute, but was forced off in the 80th after succumbing to an injury and being replaced by Junior Messias. The extent of the attacker's injury should be determined following the match.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Salernitana Malinovskyi won four duels and one of two tackles, created one scoring chance, and dished an assist in Friday's 1-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Malinovskyi didn't do much offensively but found Albert Gudmundsson between the lines with a slick pass ahead of the only goal of the contest, picking up his second assist of the season. He has logged five shots (one on target), two key passes, and four crosses (two accurate) in the last four games. Genoa will face Cagliari away next Sunday.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires four shots in Atalanta reunion Malinovskyi won two of five tackles and had four shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 0-2 defeat to Atalanta.

Impact Malinovwkyi was pretty good in both phases and wound up leading his team in attempts thanks to a few long-range efforts that didn't come close to the goal. He has started three matches in a row, posting five shots (one on target), six tackles, and four crosses (two accurate). Genoa will face Salernitana at home Friday.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Silent versus Milan Malinovskyi won two duels and generated two crosses (one accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 0-1 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Malinovskyi got the start but didn't put up better numbers relative to previous tilts, as he's seemingly still rounding into shape. He's being used in a more defensive role than in past seasons, which affects his production. He has registered three off-target shots, four crosses (one accurate), and one key pass in six appearances (four starts).

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Genoa midfielder Malinovskyi to undergo surgery after horrific lower-leg fracture