IVAN ILIC NEWS

Option off bench Saturday Ilic (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Cremonese.

Impact Ilic was sidelined with a knee sprain, though tests confirmed no ligament or meniscus damage that would have led to a prolonged absence. While he has recently alternated with Kristjan Asllani, his recovery appears to have advanced to the point where he could feature off the bench Saturday.

17 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Cremonese match Ilic (knee) has been included in Torino's squad list to face Cremonese on Sunday.

Impact Ilic is returning from a three-game absence and will resume vying for minutes primarily with Kristjan Asllani. He had started three in a row before getting hurt, tallying five chances created, one cross (one accurate), two tackles (two won) and four interceptions.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Avoids serious problems Ilic (knee) won't need surgery to recover from his recent injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Ilic will miss some time because of a knee sprain, but he escaped without ligament or meniscus damage, which would have sidelined him for multiple weeks. He has been alternating with Kristjan Asllani in recent fixtures. Faustino Anjorin and Emirhan Ilkhan could also get more minutes while he's out of commission.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Injured against England Ilic was forced off injured during the first half of Thursday's clash with England.

Impact Ilic came off with an apparent injury during the first half Thursday and had to be helped off the pitch. The midfielder has had a variety of injuries at time throughout this season and the previous ones, but when healthy he's been a somewhat consistent starter for his domestic club. He has made six appearances (five starts) for Torino and will hope to get back fit before a Monday clash with Como.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature in Napoli tilt Ilic (calf) was an unused sub in Saturday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Ilic didn't get minutes for the second contest in a row, although he wasn't fully fit in either of them. Still, he has a few options ahead of him in the depth chart even in standard situations, especially if Nikola Vlasic continues to be used in the midfield rather than in more attacking roles.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Napoli game Ilic (calf) has made Torino's squad list to face Napoli on Saturday.

Impact Ilic wasn't fit enough to star for Serbia during the break, but didn't suffer further setbacks. He'll likely begin as a deputy behind Nikola Vlasic, Kristjan Asllani and Cesare Casadei in the midfield, along with Gvidas Gineitis. He has appeared thrice so far, logging one chance created, four tackles (two won), one interception and two clearances.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Lazio Ilic (ankle/calf) didn't play in Saturday's 3-3 draw with Lazio and is unavailable to play for Serbia, the Federation announced.

Impact Ilic didn't get minutes even though Torino switched back to a three-man midfield and hasn't totally overcome his physical problems, but he should be able to make a full recovery during the break. He has a few options ahead of him in the depth chart but will have better chances of getting minutes while Faustino Anjorin (foot) is on the mend.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Lazio game Ilic (ankle) "will be called up for Saturday," coach Marco Baroni announced.

Impact Ilic will be back in the squad after missing one game and could see substantial minutes, especially if Torino switched to a scheme featuring one more midfielder. He has appeared thrice (one start), logging one chance created, four tackles (two won), one interception and two clearances.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Parma fixture Ilic hasn't been selected for Monday's game versus Parma due to an ankle contusion, Torino relayed.

Impact Ilic got banged up during a midweek Coppa Italia tilt and hasn't been able to recuperate. Cesare Casadei and Kristjan Asllani are likely to get the nod, with Gvidas Gineitis and Adrien Tameze serving as the deputies.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot versus Napoli Ilic (foot) had one shot (zero on target) and one clearance and committed two fouls in 45 minutes in Sunday's defeat against Napoli.

Impact Ilic returned from a one-game absence and was fielded at halftime for Adrien Tameze but didn't manage to make his presence felt on either end. He could enjoy an uptick of minutes if Samuele Ricci (knee) is forced to sit out.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing ahead of Napoli tilt Ilic (foot) logged a full practice ahead of Sunday's clash with Napoli, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Ilic sat out midweek due to a bruised toe but has a shot to be available a few days later, as the problem isn't overly concerning. If in good enough shape, he'd have a better chance at getting robust minutes than usual since Gvidas Gineitis is suspended and Samuele Ricci (knee) isn't fully fit. He hasn't recorded meaningful stats in his last three cameos.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Udinese Ilic (foot) hasn't been selected for Wednesday's match versus Udinese.

Impact Ilic suffered a contusion a few days ago and hasn't shaken it off. He's generally one of the top deputies in the midfield. Karol Linetty and Adrien Tameze will absorb his playing time.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Udinese match Ilic "picked up a knock in training, and we'll have to evaluate for Sunday's clash with Udinese," coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Ilic would have likely started if fully fit since Valentino Lazaro (calf) is absent and Nikola Vlasic (calf) is banged up but suffered a minor injury in training and will be a late call. Yann Karamoh, Karol Linetty and Antonio Sanabria could benefit from the situation depending on which formation the gaffer decides to deploy.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

DNP in Empoli contest Ilic (illness) was an unused sub in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Empoli.

Impact Ilic resumed being an option after a bout with the flu but didn't get minutes. He hasn't played since early January. He's behind Samuele Ricci, Cesare Casadei, Gvidas Gineitis, Adrien Tameze and Karol Linetty in the pecking order in the midfield.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Ilic (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Empoli.

Impact Ilic is back from his flu as expected Saturday, seeing a spot on the bench following his absence. The midfielder serves in more of a rotational role and is likely to continue in that spot, only appearing 12 times all season.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off the flu Ilic (illness) has returned to full training and is set to be an option for Sunday's match versus Empoli, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Ilic will be back after a one-game absence but hasn't played in a long time and tumbled down the pecking order due to an injury and possible move away from the team in January and beyond that.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Parma game Ilic hasn't been called up for Saturday's match versus Parma due to the flu, Torino relayed.

Impact Ilic was available for the first time in a while in the previous game and is quickly back on the mend due to an illness. Samuele Ricci and Cesare Casadei top the depth chart at the position.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

DNP in Monza match Ilic (thigh) wasn't deployed in Sunday's 2-0 win over Monza.

Impact Ilic was called up for the first time in 2025 but didn't get minutes. He'll have to seize his opportunities to resume getting minutes since Samuele Ricci, Cesare Casadei and Adrien Tameze have been solid while he was sidelined.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Monza Ilic (thigh) "has returned well from his injury and his transfer market saga and will have to fight for a spot going forward," coach Paolo Vanoli relayed.

Impact Ilic hasn't played since early January, first due to a thigh problem and then because he was close to Spartak Moscow, but the transfer fell through. He'll compete with Cesare Casadei, Adrien Tameze (thigh), Karol Linetty and Gvidas Gineitis for a spot next to Samuele Ricci in the midfield. He has tallied one chance created, four crosses, seven crosses (zero accurate) and three clearances in his last five outings (two starts).

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Cagliari Ilic (thigh is unavailable for Friday's match against Cagliari, coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Ilic will sit out his third consecutive contest due to a lingering thigh injury and could be at risk also for the next ones. Gvidas Gineitis, Karol Linetty and Adrien Tamez will soak up his minutes in the midfield.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing thigh problem Ilic has been diagnosed with a flexor injury and will sit out at least Sunday's match versus Fiorentina, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Ilic got hurt right before the Juventus and will skip one or more fixtures to recover. Gvidas Gineitis (knee) is expected to return soon and will help replace him along with Karol Linetty and Adrien Tameze. The former is suspended for this one, though.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Juventus game Ilic didn't make the bench for Saturday's match versus Juventus due to a muscular problem, Gianluca Di Marzio informed.

Impact Ilic was in contention to start but won't be available as he wasn't feeling right on match day. He'll likely take some exams in the coming days. Karol Linetty, Nikola Vlasic and Samuele Ricci are getting the nod in the midfield.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Empoli match Ilic (thigh) didn't play in Friday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Ilic was fit after missing three games, but Gvidas Gineitis and Karol Linetty started over him and Nikola Vlasic had a good showing off the bench. He'll have to fight for regular minutes once he's in better shape.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Friday Ilic (thigh) is on the bench for Friday's game against Empoli.

Impact As expected, Ilic will be available on the bench. The midfielder could see minutes if needed, as manager Paolo Vanoli had already stated he could be an option off the bench based on his involvement in training earlier this week.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option versus Empoli Ilic (thigh) "has trained with the group for the whole week and will be called up. We can't ask him to go 90 minutes, but he can play a portion for the game if need be," coach Paol...

Impact Ilic will return after missing three matches due to his second injury in short order. He'll likely begin on the bench. His availability could eventually affect Gvidas Gineitis, Karol LInetty and Nikola Vlasic's minutes. He has tallied three key passes, nine crosses (three accurate) and two interceptions in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE