SEBASTIANO LUPERTO NEWS

Active performance versus Torino Luperto made five clearances and one block during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Torino.

Impact Luperto had a lot of work coming his way here as the opposition dominated for most of the contest and thrived under pressure, pacing his side in clearances and doing a great job to keep Antonio Sanabria at bay. The fact that his side suffered a late goal didn't take any of the shine from the center-back, who racked up 25 clearances over his last five starts and is proving to be a very nice fantasy option.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atalanta holds Milan 1-1, Napoli beats Monza 4-0 in Serie A

Atalanta has held defending champion AC Milan to a 1-1 draw in their Serie A clash

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent off versus Fiorentina Luperto had two blocks, three clearances and one interception before getting a red card at the 66th minute in Sunday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Luperto grabbed an opponent from behind after turning the ball over near midfield, with no teammates behind him. Koni De Winter came in for a striker and should start next to Ardian Ismajli in the back in Sunday's away game versus Lecce with Luperto suspended.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Empoli Luperto has joined Empoli on a season-long loan with obligation to buy from Napoli, the team announced.

Impact Luperto heads back fairly quickly on permanent basis after spending the previous season on loan here. He logged 29 tackles, 45 interceptions, 129 clearances and 26 blocks in 24 appearances, contributing to three clean sheets.

JULY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Napoli Luperto was not bought out by Empoli by the deadline, although they remain interested in bringing him back for a lower fee, La Nazione reports.

Impact Luperto featured in 24 matches last season and was their most capped defender in the final few months of the season. It remains to be seen whether the two clubs will indeed be able to strike a deal, though.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers against Atalanta Luperto had four blocks, one interception and ten clearances and won five duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Luperto was extra busy in the back while going against a potent frontline and piled up stats in the back. He has registered 29 tackles, 45 interceptions, 129 clearances and 26 blocks in 24 appearances this season, with three clean sheets, while on loan from Napoli.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs ten clearances against Salernitana Luperto had two blocks, two interceptions and ten clearances and won one tackle in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Salernitana.

Impact Luperto had another solid game, but his side was once again unable to keep the clean sheet. They last managed in early March. He has tallied five tackles (three won), nine interceptions, 33 clearances and four blocks in the last five matches. Empoli will face Atalanta away in the final round next week.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers versus Inter Luperto created one scoring chance, had three interceptions and seven clearances and won one duel in Saturday's 2-4 loss to Inter.

Impact Luperto once again managed to pile up stats, but his side wound up giving up four goals. He has started in four straight games, tallying four tackles (two won), seven interceptions, 23 clearances and one block. Empoli will host Salernitana next Saturday.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs ten clearances versus Napoli Luperto won two duels, had ten clearances and one block and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 3-2 win over Napoli.

Impact Luperto generally alternates with Mattia Viti, but the two left-footed defenders started together in this one, and he had his hands full in the back. He has recorded five tackles (two won), ten interceptions, 31 clearances and four blocks in the last five appearances. Empoli will host Torino next Sunday.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Udinese Luperto will be eligible to play in Saturday's away game against Udinese after a one-game ban.

Impact Luperto was sent off in the previous match. He will compete with Mattia Viti to start in the back. He has recorded 22 tackles, 35 interceptions, 86 clearances and 18 blocks in 18 appearances, with two clean sheets.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Inter wins at Juventus 1-0, Napoli beats Atalanta to go top

Inter Milan has halted its poor run of form in the best possible way after the defending champion beat fierce rival Juventus 1-0 to boost its Serie A title chances and hinder its o...

APRIL 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent off versus Fiorentina Luperto created one scoring chance, had six clearances and was booked twice in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Luperto picked up two yellow card within 15 minutes before and after half-time, and Fiorentina scored on the free-kick following his second bookable infraction. He will miss next Saturday's home game versus Spezia, where he will likely be replaced by Mattia Viti.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Decent against Milan Luperto took one shot on target, had two blocks and two interceptions and won five duels in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Milan.

Impact Luperto could not keep the opponents from scoring but had nonetheless a quality display in the back and also threatened the opposing goalie with a clever header right on the bottom corner. He has logged one assist, two tackles, nine interceptions and 12 clearances in the last three matches since coming back from injury. Empoli will host Verona Sunday.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Juventus Luperto had four interceptions, won three duels and two of two tackles and picked up an assist in Saturday's 2-3 loss to Juventus.

Impact Luperto returned to the XI after a while as Mattia Viti was missing and played solid defense even though his side gave up three goals. He slipped to Andrea La Mantia in the box ahead of the final goal of the game. He has posted 21 tackles, 30 interceptions, 69 clearances and 16 blocks in 15 appearances, with one clean sheet. Empoli will face Genoa away next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option against Sampdoria Luperto (thigh) has shaken off his injury and will be available for Saturday's game versus Sampdoria, coach Aurelio Andreazzoli announced.

Impact Luperto is good to go after sitting out five matches due to a thigh strain. He might not be rushed back, though, since Empoli have a few options in the back. Simone Romagnoli and Mattia Viti fared well in the last two games, and also Lorenzo Tonelli and Ardian Ismajli are in the mix. Luperto has logged 19 tackles, 26 interceptions and 68 clearances in 14 matches with one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Luperto (thigh) has continued to practice only on the side during the break, La Nazione reports.

Impact Luperto picked up a thigh strain in late December and needs more time to shake it off. The next men up in the back are Mattia Viti, Simone Romagnoli, and Lorenzo Tonelli.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Luperto has been diagnosed with a low-grade quad strain in the left thigh, Empoli announced.

Impact Luperto was a late scratch for the previous game against Venezia and will try to recuperate during the break, but he is not a lock to be ready for February 6th's match versus Bologna. Mattia Viti is the frontrunner to absorb his minutes in the back.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to face Venezia Luperto cleared his one-game suspension in Sunday's 1-5 loss to Venezia.

Impact Luperto had to sit out one game due to yellow-card suspension. He will be back in the XI Sunday since Mattia Viti was expelled in this one. He has posted 19 tackles, 26 interceptions and 68 clearances in 14 matches, with one clean sheet.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for next match Luperto picked up his fifth yellow card of the season and will miss Empoli's next match through suspension.

Impact Luperto picked up a yellow card in the 86th minute of Thursday's match with Lazio, his fifth of the season. Luperto will miss Empoli's match with Sassuolo through suspension.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in draw Luperto provided one assist, took one shot on target, created two chances, made one clearance and committed four fouls in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.

Impact Luperto had a positive offensive outing as he provided one assist to help his side tie the game. This was the center-back's first assist in nine appearances this season. However, he holds little fantasy value outside of racking up defensive stats and being an aerial threat on set piece situations.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 13 clearances against Verona Luperto made two blocks, seven interceptions and 13 clearances in Monday's 2-1 loss away at Verona.

Impact Luperto was kept busy in this match, leading his side in clearances (13) and interceptions (7). He has 18 interceptions, six blocks and 44 clearances in six starts this term. It was his first start since October 27. He'll hope to retain his starting role on November 27 next against Fiorentina.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Inter game Luperto had tow blocks, two interceptions and four clearances and won three duels in Wednesday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Luperto filled the stat-sheet as the Empoli defense was under heavy pressure for most of the game. He has appears to have won the starting job back from Mattia Viti as he got the nod in the past two matches after four in a row on the bench. He has posted seven tackles, 11 interceptions, 31 clearances and four blocks, with one clean sheet. Empoli will face Sassuolo away Sunday.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stands tall versus Juventus Luperto won three of three tackles and six duels and had six clearances and one block in Saturday's 1-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Luperto was picked over Simone Romagnoli in this one and turned in a solid shift in the back. He will face competition also from Lorenzo Tonelli in the upcoming matches. Empoli will host Venezia in two weeks.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Empoli on loan Luperto joined Empoli on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Napoli.

Impact Luperto spent last season on loan at Crotone, where he made 38 tackles in 23 appearances (22 starts). At another newly promoted club, Luperto will look to shore up their depth at center-back in the coming campaign.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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