STEFAN POSCH NEWS

Suffers thigh injury Posch sustained a lesion of the MTJ of his left biceps femoris and will be sidelined for a few weeks, Mediaset relayed.

Impact Posch will sit out the next two games and will attempt to return after the break in late March, but he might need more time to get healthy. Rafael Toloi will hold down the fort until Isak Hien (thigh) returns. Marten de Roon and Matteo Ruggeri will be emergency options at the position.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Solid In Cagliari game Posch registered three crosses (zero accurate), two clearances, one block and five tackles (three won) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Cagliari.

Impact Posch made his third consecutive start since joining and had his best showing yet, as he didn't make errors in the back and also contributed a little to the offense. He'll have to fight for minutes once Sead Kolasinac (thigh) recovers. He has notched three shots (two on target), three crosses (zero accurate), nine tackles (seven won) and six clearances so far.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Atalanta Posch has transferred to Atalanta on loan with a purchase option from Bologna, the two teams announced.

Impact Posch lost the starting job to Emil Holm a couple of months ago, and Bologna are also set to sign Davide Calabria from Milan. He'll primarily play as a center-back at Atalanta, replacing Odilon Kossounou (thigh) and Giorgio Scalvini (shoulder), who are out long-term. Sead Kolasinac (thigh) is also currently on the mend. He has recorded 29 crosses (10 accurate), 54 tackles and 31 clearances in 20 matches (13 starts).

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Absent midweek Posch hasn't been selected for Wednesday's match versus Sporting CP as he's involved in a negotiation to leave the team, Gianluca DI Marzio reported.

Impact Posch could have relieved Emil Holm in a meaningless game for his team, which has already been eliminated, but he won't be available due to transfer market-related reasons.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late versus Roma Posch (illness) had one touch in two minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Roma.

Impact Posch returned from an illness, but Emil Holm has supplanted him as the starter at this point. However, he's likely to get more minutes thanks to the busier schedule. Lorenzo De Silvestri is also an option, though.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Roma clash Posch (illness) has been inserted in Bologna's squad list to face Roma on Sunday.

Impact Posch is back after missing one game due to an illness about ten days ago. He has lost the starting job to Emil Holm as of late, but both right-backs will likely get minutes given the upcoming packed stretch of matches. He has totaled 10 tackles (seven won), six interceptions, seven clearances and three crosses (one accurate) in his last five outings (two starts).

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Verona game Posch is a late scratch for Monday's match against Verona due to the flu, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Posch didn't make the bench and will ample time to recuperate since Bologna will play their next game on January 12 versus Roma. Emil Holm is getting the nod like in recent bouts, while Lorenzo De Silvestri will be his deputy.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Genoa game Posch drew four fouls and had two crosses (one accurate), three tackles (one won) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Genoa.

Impact Posch returned to the XI after making way for Emil Holm in the previous game and provided his usual contribution on both ends. He might cede some minutes as the teammate struggled to stay healthy in the early going. He has logged five key passes, five crosses (two accurate), 12 tackles (six won) and eight clearances in his last five displays.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in Atalanta fixture Posch created two scoring chances and recorded two tackles (two won), three clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Atalanta.

Impact Posch put in the work on both ends and especially in the back in the second half, filling it up stat-wise. He might start to rotate more since Emil Holm is fully healthy now after getting just one breather so far. He has logged nine key passes 14 crosses (six accurate), 14 tackles (10 won) and nine clearances in the last six games, with one clean sheet.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sound in Empoli contest Posch won one of three tackles and recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Empoli.

Impact Posch made his presence felt on both ends in this one and came away with a well-rounded stat line. He has notched five chances created, nine crosses (six accurate) and nine tackles in three games.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good in Udinese game Posch won three of five tackels and recorded two crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Udinese.

Impact Posch had a solid two-way performance in the draw, even though his side couldn't keep the clean sheet and couldn't come away with the win. He won't face much competition until Emil Holm (knee) isn't 100 percent. He logged one goal, two assists, 39 crosses (seven accurate) and 77 tackles in 31 appearances in 2023/2024.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist versus Turkey Posch assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (four accurate) and six chances created in Tuesday's 2-1 defeat versus Turkey.

Impact Posch attacked at will down the flank and teed up Michael Gregoritsch with a flick-on on a corner kick, putting together his best showing during the tournament. He has recorded seven shots (three on target), seven chances created, 13 crosses (five accurate) and 15 tackles in four games.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Napoli Posch scored one goal to go with three interceptions, five tackles (three won) and seven interceptions Saturday's 2-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Posch was impressive defensively and bagged his first goal of the season with a point-blank header on a corner kick. He had hit the net six times in the past campaign. He has logged 12 tackles (nine won), 15 clearances and six crosses (zero accurate) in the last five rounds.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three clearances versus Torino Posch recorded two crosses (zero accurate), three clearances, one interception and two tackles (one won) in Friday's 0-0 draw against Torino.

Impact Posch didn't attack much but was diligent in the back in this one. He has totaled five inaccurate crosses, 10 tackles (eight won) and 10 clearances in the last five rounds, contributing to three clean sheets.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances against Monza Posch had one shot (zero on goal), one tackle (one won), two crosses (zero accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Monza.

Impact Posch attacked at will down the right wing and was the runner-up in key passes for his team, recording a new season high. He has notched six shots (one on target), six key passes and four crosses (zero accurate) in his last five appearances, with two clean sheets and no goal contributions.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns with Austria Posch (personal) got the start in Tuesday's friendly versus Turkey.

Impact Posch missed one game before the break due to a happy event, and everything went well, so he was able to answer his national team's call-up. He'll reprise starting at right back versus Salernitana on Monday. The coach opted to adapt Sam Beukema to the role while he was out, with Jhon Lucumi and Riccardo Calafiori together in the middle of the defense. One of the three will fall to the bench due to his return. He has notched five shots (one on target), six chances created and five crosses (two accurate) in his last five showings.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Empoli game Posch will miss Friday's match versus Empoli for personal reasons, Bologna informed.

Impact Posch has been excused for this one to attend the birth of his daughter. Lorenzo De Silvestri will likely man the right-back position in relief.

MARCH 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Inter fixture Posch recorded three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), three clerances and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Posch motored up and down the flank at will and had his fizziest offensive performance in a while. He has registered six chances created, five crosses (two accurate) and seven tackles (five won) in the last five rounds. He has had two assists and has yet to score this season.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in win Posch assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Lecce.

Impact Posch earned his assist in the 27th minute of the match, finding Riccardo Calafiori for the club's second goal of the contest. This gave Posch his second assist of the season, with both coming in his last three appearances. He has now played in all but one of the club's past 13 contests, notching 10 chances created, 19 crosses and 35 tackles across that span.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Posch served a one-game ban in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Posch missed one after getting cautioned for the fifth time and will likely replace Lorenzo De Silvestri at right-back against Sassuolo on Saturday. He has assisted once and logged eight crosses (three accurate), 13 tackles (nine won), and seven clearances in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up lone Bologna goal Posch had an assist while crossing twice accurately, creating three chances and making four tackles (winning three) during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Posch set up Riccardo Orsolini in the 24th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Bologna in chances created and tackles in the loss. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for the right-back who has crossed eight times and created five chances while making 12 tackles during his past four Serie A starts.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal production despite win Posch registered one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Posch had one shot on target and did little else of note from a statistical standpoint. He has started Bologna's last five matches and appears to have nailed down a consistent spot in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles versus Lecce Posch had one shot (zero on goal), five clearances, and one cross (zero accurate) and won four of six tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Posch continues to struggle to produce on the offensive end, but he has been on point defensively in recent weeks. He has logged three chances created, eight crosses (one accurate), and 15 tackles in the last five contests.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays one half versus Sassuolo Posch registered one cross (zero accurate), one interception, one clearance, and two tackles (zero won) in 45 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Sassuolo.

Impact Posch saw robust playing time in his return from injury but was rather quiet. He'll likely supplant fill-in starter Lorenzo De Silvestri sooner rather than later. He has yet to score or assist after faring very well offensively in the past campaign.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Sassuolo game Posch (thigh) has been selected for Saturday's match versus Sassuolo.

Impact Posch is fit after missing four games with a thigh strain. He returned to full training only late in the week, so Lorenzo De Silvestri has better chances of being in the XI, and he's unlikely to go 90 minutes. He has tallied eight crosses (one accurate), 14 tackles, and seven clearances in five appearances so far.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE