Empoli's Ukrainian midfielder Viktor Kovalenko did not play against Torino (0-1) in the 16th round of Serie A.
He was left out of the squad due to a lack of fitness. Kovalenko has scored 1 goal and given 1 assist in 7 matches this season. "Empoli is in 18th position in Serie A.
The next match is on 22 December at home against Lazio.