Viktor Kovalenko - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Creates one chance against Genoa Kovalenko (ribs) had one clearance, five touches, and one key pass in 19 minutes in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Genoa.

Impact Kovalenko returned after being shelved for a month but didn't have an impact. He'll try to supplant one of the three starters in the midfield, Alberto Grassi, Youssef Maleh, and Szymon Zurkowski, but they have been healthier and more reliable for the most part. He has scored and assisted once and added six shots (three on target) and seven chances created in ten showings (two starts).

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Back after four matches Kovalenko (ribs) is among the substitutes during Saturday's match against Genoa.

Impact Kovalenko has missed the last four matches entirely, but did start in his last match prior to the injury. Kovalenko has started just twice this season as backup option in midfield for Empoli.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Genoa game Kovalenko (ribs) "isn't coming off a complicated injury, but he needs to return with the right mentality," coach Davide Nicola informed.

Impact Kovalenko has been ramping in training, and the gaffer suggested he would be available, most likely off the bench, for this one, although he didn't outright announce it. He has made the XI in two of his last four appearances, scoring and assisting once and adding four chances created, seven crosses (two accurate), and five tackles (two won). He'll be in the mix with Youssef Maleh, Szymon Zurkowski, Jacopo Fazzini, and Razvan Marin.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Juventus Kovalenko (ribs) is not in the match day squad to face Juventus on Saturday.

Impact Kovalenko misses his fourth straight match as he continues to recover from a rib injury. The midfielder trained in the buildup and could return next week against Genoa.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Juventus fixture Kovalenko (ribs) has practiced more than last week but isn't a lock to be available for Saturday's game against Juventus, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Kovalenko is feeling better after missing three weeks due to a rib injury, but he might be given more time to heal fully. He'll likely be eased into action if indeed available, also considering that he wasn't a regular starter before the problem.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Monza clash Kovalenko (ribs) has been spotted in training during the week but is questionable for Sunday's game against Monza, Quotidiano Sportivo informed.

Impact Kovalenko is nursing a nagging injury, and his availability might hinge on how he feels on game day. If he's available, he'll likely begin on the bench since he's not close to 100 percent.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Kovalenko (ribs) is not in the squad to face Empoli on Saturday.

Impact Kovalenko misses his second consecutive match as he continues to recover from a rib injury. The returning Jacopo Fazzini takes Kovalenko's spot in Saturday's XI.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Verona contest Kovalenko has remained limited in training due to bruised ribs, La Nazione informed.

Impact Kovalenko will have to clear a late fitness test to be an option but is trending in the wrong direction. Jacopo Fazzini (eye) is good to go after missing two contests and will compete with Szymon Zurkowski and Razvan Marin for the starting job.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Milan game Kovalenko won't be an option versus Milan on Sunday, coach Aurelio Andreazzoli relayed.

Impact Kovalenko has been limited in training due to a contusion, Quotidiano Sportivo reported, and has been ultimately ruled out. Jacopo Fazzini is unavailable as well, so Razvan Marin and Filippo Ranocchia are the next men up in the midfield besides regular starters Alberto Grassi and Youssef Maleh.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance against Cagliari Kovalenko (undisclosed) had one off-target shot, one inaccurate cross, and one key pass in 18 minutes in Friday's 0-2 loss to Lazio.

Impact Kovalenko picked up a small amount of stats across the board in his return from an ailment. He'll look to unseat either Jacopo Fazzini or Youssef Maleh in the upcoming games. He has scored and assisted once in his last five appearances, adding four shots (two on target), four chances created, and six crosses (two accurate).

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Given bench nod Kovalenko (undisclosed) is on the bench for Friday's match against Lazio.

Impact Kovalenko is returning to his usual spot on the bench after missing the club's last match due to an undisclosed injury. The midfielder should be expected to remain in a bench role moving forward, as he has only started once all season, with the remaining six appearances he has made this season all coming off of the bench. He will hope to avoid any further injuries, as he is already struggling to find time on the field when healthy.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should return versus Lazio Kovalenko has practiced regularly for most of the week and will likely be an option versus Lazio, La Nazione reported.

Impact Kovalenko sat out the previous game mostly out of precaution, as his muscular problem was minor, and should be back in the game-day squad list on Friday. He has had some success as as sub as of late, scoring and assisting once in the last five matches and adding five shots (three on target), four key passes, and five crosses (two accurate). Razvan Marin and Jacopo Fazzini have better chances of starting given the situation.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Torino tilt Kovalenko "won't be called up for Saturday's game against Torino because we don't want to take risks," coach Aurelio Andreazzoli informed.

Impact Kovalenko suffered a minor muscular ailment in practice and will be held out as a precaution. Jacopo Fazzini and Razvan Marin will absorb his playing time.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Genoa Kovalenko assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate), two clearances, and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Kovalenko provided a spark off the bench, finding Matteo Cancellieri with a sharp cross to set up the equalizer. He has scored once and added five shots (three on target), two key passes, and two crosses (one accurate) in the last four rounds (zero starts).

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Sassuolo Kovalenko scored one goal to go with, one block, one tackle (one won), and two shots (two on target) in Sunday's 3-4 defeat to Sassuolo.

Impact Kovalenko delivered off the bench for the second tilt in a row, solving a scrum in the box with the help of a deflection. However, it wasn't enough for his team to grab some points in this one. He should see more minutes come his way given his recent displays. He has posted five shots (four on target), two chances created, and two crosses (one accurate) in his last four appearances.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Sinks Napoli Kovalenko drew one foul, won two duels, and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in 19 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Napoli.

Impact Kovalenko decided the game off the bench in one of his few touches with a gorgeous cross-shot from an angled position, hitting the net for the first time in the season. He has appeared only as a sub so far, posting three shots (two on target), two key passes, and three crosses (one accurate) in four matches. He could see more minutes following this strong showing.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Empoli Kovalenko has transferred to Empoli on loan with an option to buy from Atalanta, the Serie A site announces.

Impact Kovalenko leaves temporarily again after consecutive spells at Spezia, where he struggled to stay healthy and didn't garner a large role. He'll begin as a backup at his new club. He posted one goal, four assists, 23 key passes, and 39 crosses (12 accurate) in 44 appearances (23 starts) in the past two seasons combined.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from loan Kovalenko has re-joined Atalanta as Spezia didn't keep him past the loan spell.

Impact Kovalenko wasn't a regular and often dealt with injuries. He'll likely be on the move again in the summer, unless Atalanta keep him for depth purposes considering their return to Europa League.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play in final three games Kovalenko was an unused sub in the last three fixtures of the season.

Impact Kovalenko dealt with a few muscular injuries and struggled to find an acceptable level of form in between absences. He recorded 15 crosses (five accurate), six key passes, 11 shots (one on target), and nine tackles in 18 matches (seven starts).

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in loss Kovalenko generated three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-0 loss to Monza.

Impact Kovalenko took a season high three shots Friday, and recorded his first shot on target of the season. He also recorded one chance created, one accurate cross, one corner and one interception in his 58 minutes of action.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Juventus Kovalenko (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Kovalenko was available after two weeks on the mend, but the caretaker manager made different choices in the midfield. He'll rotate with Albin Ekdal, Salvatore Esposito, and Kevin Agudelo going forward. He has recorded five off-target shots, five chances created, six crosses (two accurate), and seven tackles in ten games (five starts).

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Juventus bout Kovalenko (thigh) made the squad list to face Juventus Sunday, Spezia relayed.

Impact Kovalenko is good to go after sitting out two matches with a thigh strain. He'll resume being an option in the midfield, which won't have Salvatore Esposito (suspension) and SImone Bastoni in this one. He has notched one off-target shot, one key pass, two crosses (one accurate), and two clearances in the last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Kovalenko suffered a grade-one adductor strain in the right thigh, Spezia announced.

Impact Kovalenko will miss three-to-four weeks with his latest muscular injury. He has gotten some action lately since Spezia are dealing with a few absences. Salvatore Esposito and Tio Cipot will pick up the slack in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Bologna Kovalenko was subbed out of Friday's match against Bologna in the 17th minute after suffering a muscular injury.

Impact Kovalenko was making his first Serie A start since October on Saturday after he recovered from a thigh injury during the World Cup break, but he had to be taken off early in the first half against Bologna. Daniel Maldini replaced him in midfield.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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