Serie A faces injury crisis with over 50 players sidelined

Italian Serie A is experiencing a significant injury crisis, with between 56 and 59 players sidelined in a 25-day period following the international break. The surge in injuries has impacted several top-tier clubs, including Inter, Atalanta, Napoli, and Roma, complicating tactical decisions and league ambitions.

Atalanta is among the hardest hit, facing an emergency with eight unavailable players, including Hien, Sulemana, Kossounou, Scalvini, Kessie, Raspadori, Kolasinac, and goalkeeper Pompei. This roster depletion coincides with a period of poor league results for the club.

Analysts suggest the crisis may be linked to the post-international break period, where players return with varying training rhythms, non-uniform workloads, and fatigue from intercontinental travel. The situation has become a focal point for discussions regarding player load management in the 2026-27 season.