SEBASTIAN WALUKIEWICZ NEWS

Unused versus Monza Walukiewicz (undisclosed) didn't play in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Monza.

Impact Walukiewicz was available after sitting out the previous game but didn't get minutes. He generally fared a little better than Ardian Ismajli last year, but it remains to be seen how long it'll take him to unseat the teammate after a subpar preseason preparation.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Walukiewicz (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Monza.

Impact As expected and as confirmed by manager Paolo Zanetti, Walukiewicz will be available off the bench. This will be his first appearance of the 2023-24 campaign.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option against Monza Walukiewicz (undisclosed) "has healed and reprised training and is available to play but not to be in the XI," coach Paolo Zanetti relayed.

Impact Walukiewicz has shaken off the unspecified injury that kept him on the mend for the opener. He'll see at most limited action in his first game back. Ardian Ismajli and Sebastiano Luperto are set to get the start in the middle of the defense.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Verona bout Walukiewicz was unavailable for Saturday's clash with Verona.

Impact Walukiewicz was in doubt due to an undisclosed injury and was ultimately ruled out. Ardian Ismajli and Sebastiano Luperto teamed up in the back, and that should be the case for as long as he's sidelined.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Verona game Walukiewicz was spotted in training after sitting out the most recent cup game, Il Tirreno reports.

Impact Walukiewicz wasn't mentioned among the absentees by coach Paolo Zanetti, so he should be an option. He split time with Ardian Ismajli last season, while Koni de Winter is no longer at the club.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Coppa Italia tilt Walukiewicz sat out Saturday's cup match versus Cittadella due to a physical problem, La Nazione relays.

Impact Walukiewicz has one week to get healthy before the Verona game on August 19. He alternated with Ardian Ismajli in the back in the second half of last season.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bought out by Empoli Walukiewicz has agreed to a multi-year contract with Empoli, which officially redeemed him from Cagliari.

Impact Walukiewicz gained pace as the season progressed and was eventually a starter down the stretch. He will compete primarily with Ardian Ismajli next season, as Koni de Winter will initially go back to Juventus. He has tallied nine tackles, seven interceptions, 30 clearances, and nine blocks in 11 appearances (six starts), contributing to one clean sheet.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Verona match Walukiewicz (lower leg) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Verona.

Impact Walukiewicz was an option after sitting out one match due to a bruise, but the coach picked Ardian Ismajli over him in this one. He might return to the XI in the season finale against Lazio.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Verona Walukiewicz (lower leg) resumed training and will travel to Verona, coach Paolo Zanetti announced.

Impact Walukiewicz will reprise being an option after skipping one game due to a knock. He started over Ardian Ismajli four times in a row before the injury, but the choice could come down to fitness. He has tallied three tackles (two won), six interceptions, 13 clearances, and three blocks in such stretch.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excluded from squad Walukiewicz (lower leg) will not be available versus Juventus on Monday.

Impact Walukiewicz was originally expected to be available but it seems he won't be ready to play Monday. With the central defender unavailable, Ardian Ismajli will return to the starting XI for the first time since April 23 versus Inter Milan. Once deemed fit, Walukiewicz should retake his spot on the backline.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Juventus game Walukiewicz (lower leg) has avoided significant injuries and will be an option against Juventus, La Nazione reports.

Impact Walukiewicz picked up a knock in the previous game but managed to shake it off. He has started over Ardian Ismajli in the last four matches, tallying three tackles (two won), six interceptions, 13 clearances, and three blocks.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early versus Sampdoria Walukiewicz had one chance and one interception in 33 minutes before leaving Monday's game against Sampdoria due to a lower leg injury, Eurosport informs.

Impact Walukiewicz got banged in a tackle and left the game after initially trying to play through the problem. He will be assessed for a potential ankle or foot injury ahead of next Monday's clash with Juventus. He was replaced by Ardian Ismajli, whom he had recently supplanted as the starter.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles versus Sassuolo Walukiewicz (undisclosed) had four clearances, two blocks, and one interception, and won two of two tackles in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Walukiewicz quickly returned to the starting lineup since Ardian Ismajli was a late scratch and had a strong showing even though his side gave up two goals late. He has notched four tackles, two interceptions, ten clearances, and three blocks in his last three appearances, where he has absorbed Koni de Winter's minutes.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Sassuolo Walukiewicz is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Sassuolo.

Impact Walukiewicz makes the starting XI after missing out on Empoli's last match with an undisclosed injury. The defender starts in the Empoli back line having helped his club to one clean sheet in seven appearances.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option versus Sassuolo Walukiewicz (undisclosed) returned to full training and could be available against Sassuolo, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Walukiewicz sat out the previous game due to a last-minute physical problem. Even if available, he's unlikely to play since the starter Ardian Ismajli returned from injury in the past game.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Inter game Walukiewicz didn't make Empoli's game-day squad list to face Inter Sunday.

Impact Walukiewicz was in contention to start with Ardian Ismajli, but he suffered a late undisclosed injury and won't be involved. Lorenzo Tonelli is the lone defender on the bench.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks three shots against Cremonese Walukiewicz had five clearances and three blocks in Friday's 2-0 win against Cremonese.

Impact Walukiewicz took advantage of some absences to get the nod for the first time this season and more than held his own. He'll have to compete with Ardian Ismajli and Koni De Winter in the second half of the campaign. He has tallied two tackles, seven clearnces, and three blocks in three appearances.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench in Udinese romp Walukiewicz (hip) played 15 minutes in Sunday's 1-5 loss to Udinese.

Impact Walukiewicz returned on the pitch after an extended absence as the game got away from Cagliari in the second half. It is unclear whether he will be able to unseat Giorgio Altare or Edoardo Goldaniga under more normal circumstances, but he was a starter to open the season. Cagliari will host Juventus Saturday.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Udinese tilt Walukiewicz (hip) has been included in Cagliari's squad list for Sunday's game versus Udinese.

Impact Walukiewicz has missed the last six months after undergoing surgery due to femoroacetabular impingement. He will try to challenge the center-backs that featured recently, although the extended absence does not play in his favor. He notched seven tackles, five interceptions and 13 clearances in five appearances (four starts) before getting hurt.

APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes hip surgery Walukiewicz went under the knife to solve a femoroacetabular impingement, Cagliari announced.

Impact Walukiewicz missed the last few games due to what was reported as thigh soreness, but the injury was more severe. The club did not disclose his timetable, but he is unlikely to return before the end of 2021. Cagliari will lean on Diego Godin, Andrea Carboni and Luca Ceppitelli in the back for the time being.

NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still on the mend Walukiewicz (thigh) has yet to resume practicing fully and will remain out for Saturday's match versus Atalanta, Cagliari informed.

Impact Walukiewicz could have gotten an opportunity with Luca Ceppitelli in doubt and Martin Caceres suspended, but he will instead miss the sixth straight game due to a thigh injury. Giorgio Altare will back up the starters in this one.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Walukiewicz (thigh) was omitted from Cagliari's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Walukiewicz will miss the third game in a row while dealing with a thigh contusion. Diego Godin (knee) is also on the shelf, there Luca Ceppitelli is set to get the start.

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return against Sampdoria Walukiewicz (thigh) will remain unavailable for Sunday's game versus Sampdoria, coach Walter Mazzarri announced.

Impact Walukiewicz will miss the second game in a row due to a thigh bruise. Cagliari will welcome back Luca Ceppitelli in this one, while Diego Godin will be a late call following international duties.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Venezia game Walukiewicz was omitted from Cagliari's squad list to face Venezia Friday due to a thigh contusion.

Impact Walukiewicz picked up the issue in the final practice and will be assessed over the break, but the injury does not sound substantial. With Luca Ceppitelli also sidelined, Andrea Carboni will likely get the nod, with Giorgio Altare providing depth.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE