SIMONE BASTONI NEWS

Suffers knee injury Bastoni will undergo surgery due to a meniscus tear in the left knee, Spezia announced.

Impact Bastoni was oddly unused in the past game, and the reason why was quickly explained, as he got hurt in practice late last week. He's set to miss four-to-six weeks if everything goes well with the surgery. Kevin Agudelo, Szymon Zurkowki, and Salvatore Esposito will soak up his minutes in the midfield.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists at Verona Bastoni assisted one goal from his only chance created, took five shots (two on target), sent in 11 crosses (one accurate), made three tackles (all won) and one interception in Sun...

Impact Bastoni had a great outing to help them earn the road win, assisting M'Bala Nzola's equalizer in the 53rd minute. The midfielder also led his side in shots and crosses in the proccess. That was his second assist in the season, to go with two goals as well.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available versus Udinese Bastoni (thigh) "re-joined his teammates in practice and should be able to play a few minutes versus Udinese," coach Luca Gotti announced.

Impact Bastoni will be back after missing three games with a thigh injury, although just for a cameo at first. His return could impact Kevin Agudelo, Albin Ekdal, and Mikael Egil Elllertsson's minutes. He has scored once and added three shots (one on target), seven chances created, and 39 crosses (seven accurate) in the last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh strain Bastoni picked up a rectus femoris lesion in the right thigh in practice, Spezia announced.

Impact Bastoni will have to sit for three-to-four weeks, depending on how the rehab goes. Jakub Kiwior, Salva Ferrer, or Emmanuel Gyasi will man the left flank until Arkadiusz Reca (thigh) returns, opening up a spot either in the back or in the attack in the first and third case. Instead, Viktor Kovalenko, Albin Ekdal, and Jacopo Sala should see an uptick of minutes in the midfield with Bastoni on the mend.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two clearances against Monza Bastoni made two clearances in a 2-0 defeat to Monza on Sunday.

Impact Bastoni had an average outing for the visitors. The 25-year-old made two clearances. Other than that, Bastoni also provided a couple of key passes.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats Bastoni took two off target shots, crossed seven times (two accurate), created two chances and made two tackles (winning one) during Sunday's 4-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Bastoni was held off the scoresheet despite being active on both sides of the ball for Spezia. The wide man finished with team-high totals in shots, crosses, chances created and tackles in the loss.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in five crosses In Inter loss Bastoni created one scoring chance, won two duels, sent in five crosses (three accurate) and drew one foul in Saturday's 0-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Bastoni was basically the only Spezia player that salvaged an okay stat line on offense. He and Arkadiusz Reca have been featuring together to open the season rather than alternating. He has posted 15 crosses (five accurate), thee chances, our tackles and one assist in two games. Spezia will face Sassuolo at home Saturday.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Bastoni provided an assist, had one off-target shot, created two chances, sent in 10 crosses (two accurate), made three tackles (one won) and two interceptions and drew four fouls...

Impact Bastoni had a great start for his campaign as he was heavily involved in the build-up of plays on the attacking end, which included a beautiful through pass to assist M'Bala Nzola for the game-winning goal in the 36th minute. The midfielder emerged as a two-way fantasy contributor over the last two seasons and his role on set pieces gives him an even bigger upside.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in friendly Bastoni (shoulder) featured in Wednesday's pre-season game against Padova, Spezia informed.

Impact Bastoni missed some time and friendlies at the beginning of the summer while he was rehabbing after a shoulder surgery, but he will be ready to roll for the opener. He is set to continue seeing consistent minutes in multiple roles. He posted three goals, three assists, 113 crosses (42 accurate) and 47 chances in 31 appearances (26 starts) last season.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Bastoni went under the knife because of a left shoulder sprain, Spezia announced.

Impact Bastoni was already suspended for the next game and will miss the following one as well due to the injury, but he is expected to make a full recovery ahead of next season. He closes his campaign with three goals, three assists, 47 chances and 113 crosses (42 accurate) in 31 appearances (26 starts). Arkadiusz Reca and Salva Ferrer will fill in for him down the stretch.

MAY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off in Atalanta game Bastoni won one tackle, had one interception, drew two fouls and sent in one inaccurate shot in 56 minutes in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Atalanta before leaving with a shoulder injury, L...

Impact Bastoni returned to the XI after two matches, but he did not put up numbers and got hurt in the process. He will miss Saturday's away game versus Udinese due to yellow-card accumulation and will soon take some tests to determine the severity of the injury. Arkadiusz Reca is set to fill in for him on the left flank.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in six crosses in Venezia game Bastoni took two shots (one on target), sent in six crosses (four accurate), created two scoring chances and won two of four tackles in Saturday's 1-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Bastoni had a busy performance and paced his team in crosses and chances, also thanks to a few accurate corner kicks, but he did not manage to garner an assist this time. He has logged one in the last five starts, adding six shots, nine chances and 25 crosses. Spezia will face Empoli away Saturday.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Third assist of season Bastoni had an assist while taking one shot (off target), crossing four times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Friday's 4-1 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Bastoni set up Daniele Verde in the 35th minute for Spezia's lone goal of the match. The assist was the third of the season for the midfielder while he led Spezia in both crosses and chances created in the loss.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in win Bastoni had one off-target shot, created five chances and sent in 12 crosses (five accurate) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Bastoni had one of his best performances of the campaign so far, with season highs in both chances created and crosses and without relying too much on set pieces to boost his numbers. The midfielder's calling card will always be his passing skills, but he can always provide some additional fantasy contribution on both ends. Up next for Bastoni is Friday's visit to Sassuolo.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss Bastoni took a shot on target and made a clearance in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Juventus. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Bastoni wasn't able to do too much from defensive midfield against Juventus on Sunday, but he might have more freedom next weekend against 17th-placed Cagliari.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench against Bologna Bastoni (thigh) sent in three crosses (zero accurate), won one of three tackles and had four interceptions and one block in 32 minutes in Monday's 1-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Bastoni had an excellent return from injury and filled the stat-sheet on both ends despite the loss. He could resume starting over Jacopo Sala, as it was the case before the injury, in Sunday's home game against Roma. He has tallied three goals, two assists, 72 crosses and 35 tackles in 22 appearances so far.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Bologna match Bastoni (thigh) has been named in Spezia's squad list to face Bologna Monday.

Impact Bastoni could make his return after missing five weeks because of a thigh strain. He was starting over Jacopo Sala before the injury, but he might be eased into action. He has posted three goals, two assists, 33 chances and 69 crosses in 21 appearances thus far.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with thigh injury Bastoni suffered a strain of the adductor longus muscle in the left thigh, Spezia announced.

Impact Bastoni was a late scratch for the previous and is expected to miss three-to-four weeks. He will sit out at least three games. Viktor Kovalenko, Jacopo Sala and Salva Ferrer should see an uptick of playing time with Bastoni sidelined, with Kovalenko offering the highest fantasy upside.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins host of duels in Milan clash Bastoni sent in one inaccurate cross, drew three fouls and won three of four tackles and 13 duels in Monday's 2-1 win over Milan.

Impact Bastoni had to focus more on the defensive phase given the strength of the opponents and did not put up many stats in the final third. He has scored once and added seven shots, eight chances and 19 crosses in the last five matches. Spezia will face Sampdoria at home Sunday.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Genoa Bastoni scored a goal and created a chance in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Genoa. He also made a clearance, a block and won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Bastoni was a handful going forward from midfield on Sunday, and he scored the game winner with one of his four shots. This was his first Serie A goal since September, and he will want to have a similar impact next week against AC Milan, which are second in the table through 21 matches.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet in loss Bastoni had two off-target shots, created four chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate), made four clearances and drew two fouls during Thursday's 2-1 loss against Verona.

Impact Bastoni was everywhere his side needed him to be on both ends of the pitch, which included an season high in tackles. Regardless of the position he's deployed at, the versatile veteran will try to remain productive during Sunday's visit to Genoa.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Productive against Napoli Bastoni took one off-target shot, sent in eight crosses (one accurate), created three scoring chances and had three successful take-ons in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Bastoni took a hit when Arkadiusz Reca shook off his injuries, but the two featured together in the past two matches, with Bastoni moving to a different role and supplanting Viktor Kovalenko. He had come off the bench in three games prior to that. He has generally been effective when called upon, tallying two goals, two assists, 28 chances and 62 crosses in 18 appearances (15 starts), but he is no longer a sure-fire starter like earlier in the season. Spezia will host Verona on January 6th.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers five crosses against Roma Bastoni sent in five crosses (two accurate), created one scoring chance, won one duel and had one clearance in 37 minutes in Monday's 0-2 loss to Roma.

Impact Bastoni paced his team in crosses despite being used as a substitute in this one. He has not started in the last three matches as the coach has preferred Arkadiusz Reca over him, who has fared well. He has logged two goals, two assists, 23 chances created and 50 crosses in 16 games (13 starts). Spezia will host Empoli Sunday.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Atalanta Bastoni sent in two crosses (both accurate), created one scoring chance, drew two fouls and picked up an assist in Saturday's 2-5 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Bastoni salvaged his day despite the romp by finding M'Bala Nozla in the box with an accurate corner kick in the final minutes. He is now up to two goals, two helpers, 20 chances created and 17 tackles in 12 matches. Spezia will host Bologna next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Registers nine crosses Bastoni recorded nine crosses (zero accurate), one shot (off target) and two tackles (two won) versus Genoa on Tuesday. In addition, he was handed a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Bastoni is tied with teammate Daniele Verde for the team lead with 40 crosses apiece this season. The defender should continue to push the attack from the back line and figures to offer solid top-half fantasy value moving forward.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE