SAM BEUKEMA NEWS

Logs three clerances in lecce game Beukema registered one cross (one accurate), one block, three clearances and two tackles (one won) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Beukema had an easy day at the office while helping Bologna obtain a shutout victory. He has contributed to three clean sheets in the last five matches, recording three tackles (one won), three interceptions and 10 clearances.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Piles up stats in Atalanta clash Beukema had five tackles (three won), seven clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atalanta.

Impact Beukema led the resistance in the second half as Bologna were in ten men and assembled his best stat line of the season, but Atalanta managed to break through in the final minutes. He has partially rested just once this season. He has posted eight tackles (five won), three interceptions and eight clearances in the last five games, contributing to one clean sheet.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist versus Empoli Beukema assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Beukema didn't need to do much in the back, although Bologna didn't keep the clean sheet, and set up Giovanni Fabbian's early goal with a great flick-on. He's been the anchor of the defense in the early going and has tallied two tackles, two interceptions and four clearances in three matches.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Beukema served a one-game ban in Friday's 0-0 draw with Torino.

Impact Buekema will be eligible to face Napoli next Saturday and likely start over either Riccardo Cafiori or Victor Kristiansen. He has posted one tackle (zero won), 11 clerances and two blocks in his last three appearances.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red in Udinese match Beukema had two clearances, one block and one chance created and was booked twice in 64 minutes Sunday's 1-1 draw with Udinese.

Impact Beukema didn't have a great showing and hit the showers early as he took one for the team to stop a counter. He'll be unavailable for Friday's clash with Torino, where Jhon Lucumi and Riccardo Calafiori will team up in the middle of the defense.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Posts three clearances versus Monza Beukema (thigh) won one duel, committed two fouls and had three clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Monza.

Impact Beukema didn't have his hands full in his return from injury, but his side shut down the opponents. He has notched 19 clearances, two tackles (one won) and two blocks in his last five showings, with two clean sheets.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Beukema (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Monza.

Impact Beukema is making his return as expected Saturday, ending a two-match absence due to a knee issue. The defender should be expected to remain in the starting XI now that he is healthy, as he has only missed four starts all season when an option.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Monza Beukema has resumed training fully and will be in contention to start Saturday, Il Resto del Carlino reported.

Impact Beukema is feeling better after sitting out two matches and will compete with Jhon Lucumi and Riccardo Calafiori for one of the two spots in the middle of the season. He has been a surefire starter when fully healthy. He has totaled two tackels, 21 clearances and three blocks in his last five showings, contributing to one clean sheet.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for Frosinone game Beukema (thigh) hasn't been selected for Sunday's clash with Frosinone, Bologna informed.

Impact Beukema will sit the second match in a row due to a nagging thigh injury. Coach Thiago Motta suggested that the problem wasn't too serious but had been bothering him for a while. Jhon Lucumi and Riccardo Calafiori will partner in the middle of the defense.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Salernitana fixture Beukema will miss Monday's tilt against Salernitana due to thigh tendinopathy, Bologna relayed.

Impact Beukema is at risk also for the following matches as the problem might linger. Jhon Lucumi and Riccardo Calafiori will likely team up in the back, with Mihajlo Ilic as the top backup.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal of campaign Beukema scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Lecce.

Impact Beukema scored his first goal with Bologna since joining the first team, netting a solo goal in the fifth minute of the match. The defender now has two goal contributions on the season despite being a defender, having also assisted on a goal in late November. He was much less helpful in the defense, notching only one block and two clearances.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Creates first assist of season Beukema assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 win against Torino.

Impact Beukema created one chance for the second consecutive game and this time it ended in an assist as the Dutch defender notched his first goal involvement of the year. Up next is a Lecce side that has scored 15 goals in 13 matches.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well against Lazio Beukema (thigh) registered five clearances and two blocks and won one duel in Friday's 1-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Beukema made a quick return to the starting lineup and had a strong showing, contributing to stopping a quality offense. He has recorded four tackles, five interceptions, and 22 clerances in his last five appearances, with three clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets the start against Lazio Buekema (thigh) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Lazio.

Impact Buekema is back in the starting XI after a one-match absence due to a thigh injury. He had started every match this campaign until his injury, so it is safe to assume he will keep that role now that he is healthy.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Lazio game Beukema (thigh) has been selected for Friday's match versus Lazio.

Impact Beukema wasn't risked in a midweek cup fixture but avoided substantial injuries after being pulled from the XI late before the last Serie A tilt. The coach was noncommittal on fielding him, stating simply that he was fine. He'll get the nod over Kevin Bonifazi if in good enough shape. He has notched 20 clearances, four tackles, and five interceptions in his last five games, contributing to three clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched for Sassuolo match Beukema didn't play in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Sassuolo due to a late thigh injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Beuekama was set to start as usual, but he experienced some discomfort while warming up and watched the game from the bench. He'll take some tests in the coming days. Riccardo Calafiori and Kevin Bonifazi teamed up in the back in this one.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well against Empoli Beukema won two duels and registered one block and six clearances in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Empoli.

Impact Beukema had a tidy display against a rather toothless opponent. He has logged three tackles, two interceptions, and 20 clearances in the last five matches, contributing to four straight clean sheets.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins five duels against Verona Beukema had two clearances, drew one foul, and won five duels in Monday's 0-0 draw against Verona.

Impact Beukema wasn't as busy as Jhon Lucumi in the back, but he had a good game too and helped blank the opponents. He has posted eight tackles, 13 clearances, and two interceptions in four matches.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Holds his own against Juventus Beukema generated two tackles (two won), five clearances, one block, and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Juventus.

Impact Beukema hasn't been affected by the transfer to a more competitive league and showed well in his first two Serie A matches, even though his side has yet to keep a clean sheet. He has notched seven tackles, one interception, and seven clearances in two rounds.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Bologna Beukema has moved to Bologna on a permanent deal from AZ Alkmaar.

Impact Beukema has agreed to a four-year contract with his new club and has good chances to taking over the starting job next to Jhon Lucumi while Adama Soumaoro (knee) recovers. He has 50 appearances and five goals in Eredivisie under his belt.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE