Mateo Pellegrino
FIO
CF
Playmaking Forward
Oct 22, 2001 (24)
Left
6'4"
187 lb
FiorentinaScores in Torino match
Pellegrino scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Torino.
Analysis: Pellegrino was mostly quiet for the third game in a row, but he surprised Lucas Perri with a decent but catchable effort from distance that went in. Fiorentina sold Moise Kean but added Beto, so he'll need to produce to stay ahead in the depth chart. He has recorded four shots (one on target) and four key passes in three displays.
Sputters in Frosinone bout
Pellegrino generated three shots (zero on goal) and three chances created and drew four fouls in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Frosinone.
Analysis: Pellegrino saw full minutes for the second game in a row because of Moise Kean's impending transfer and, while he fared much better than against Roma, all his efforts were wide. He has logged at least one key pass in the first two games, amassing four. Fiorentina are likely to sign another center-forward before deadline day.
Transfers to Fiorentina
Pellegrino is moving to Fiorentina on a permanent deal from Parma.
Analysis: Pellegrino took advantage of the very limited competition last year and put up nine goals, one assist, 73 shots (22 on target) and 22 chances created in 37 games (34 starts) while leading the line for a team with a muted offense. He'll initially back up Moise Kean and could eventually take over if his new teammate departs in the next few weeks.
Nets only goal
Pellegrino scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Sassuolo.
Analysis: Pellegrino headed the only goal of the game in the 80th minute, assisted by Pontus Almqvist. Pellegrino completed 14 passes and made two clearances. This goal brought his goal contributions for the campaign into double figures.
Fires two shots in Pisa game
Pellegrino (head) had two shots (one on target) and one chance created and drew four fouls in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Pisa.
Analysis: Pellegrino played the whole game and had an okay outing after leaving early in the previous match. He starred alongside Nesta Elphege in the final stretch of the game. He has hit the net once and logged eight shots (two on target), three chances created and three crosses (zero accurate) in his last five displays.
Fit for Pisa match
Pellegrino (head) "has been cleared to play Sunday," coach Carlos Cuesta announced.
Analysis: Pellegrino avoided a concussion and has been training regularly in recent days. He'll be neck-and-neck to start with Nesta Elphege. He has scored once and notched six shots (one on target), three chances created and three crosses (zero accurate) in his last five appearances (all starts).
Tests come back clean
Pellegrino was taken to a local hospital for a CT scan after the Udinese match, but it was negative, and he was cleared to return to Parma, Mediaset reported.
Analysis: Pellegrino underwent exams after being hit in the head twice and leaving at the interval. He appears to have avoided severe repercussions, but his status for Saturday's home match versus Pisa remains in question. Nesta Elphege has been fine in relief as of late.
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