IVAN ILIC NEWS

Will miss Empoli game Ilic took one off-target shot, sent in three inaccurate crosses and had two interceptions and one block in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Empoli and will be suspended for one match due to ye...

Impact Ilic did not have particularly great numbers but managed to contribute on both ends. However, he picked up his fifth yellow card and will have to sit out Sunday's away game versus Empoli. Unless the coaching staff rushes Miguel Veloso back from his calf injury, Daniel Bessa will take his place in the midfield.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Five interceptions against Fiorentina Gunter made five interceptions in a 1-1 stalemate against Fiorentina on Sunday.

Impact Gunter had a good outing for the visiting side. The 27-year-old made five interceptions. Other than that, Gunter also made five clearances.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to face Bologna Ilic served his one-game suspension in Sunday's 4-2 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Ilic will be back into the fold and will compete with Miguel Veloso and Adrien Tameze for a spot in the midfield. He has logged four shots, five crosses, two tackles and eight clearances in the last five matches.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sees a red card against Verona Ilic had three shots (one on target), one cross, one interception and received a red card in the 88th minute against Verona on Sunday.

Impact Ilic let his frustration get the better of him, and he received a red card for saying something to the referee. Because of this he will miss Sunday's match up against Sassoulo.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good versus Sampdoria Ilic (ankle) took one off-target shot, had three clearances and one block and sent in three inaccurate crosses in Saturday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Ilic made his return from a three-game absence caused by an ankle problem and drew the start as anticipated by the coach. He did not have a flashy outing but contributed across the board. He will divvy up minutes in the midfield with Miguel Veloso and Adrien Tameze going forward. He has posted one goal, three assists, nine chances created and 16 crosses in 11 matches (nine starts). Verona will host Cagliari Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Sampdoria Ilic (ankle) is good to go and will play Saturday versus Sampdoria, coach Igor Tudor announced.

Impact Ilic was close to coming back last week and has indeed completed his rehab in the past few days. The coach hinted that he has good chances of getting the start. If that were the case, he would replace either Adrien Tameze or Miguel Veloso. He has posted one goal, three assists, nine chances created and 13 crosses in ten appearances.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Empoli game Ilic (ankle) was not named in Verona's squad list to face Empoli Monday.

Impact Ilic might have experienced a setback in training as the coach had announced his return in the pre-game presser. Miguel Veloso, Adrien Tameze and Martin Hongla will be the top options for Verona in the midfield Monday.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option against Empoli Ilic (ankle) has improved and will be available versus Empoli, but his role has yet to be decided since he is not 100 percent, coach Igor Tudor informed.

Impact Ilic sat out the last two games because of an ankle injury. He is fit enough to return among the call-ups, but he appears likely to see limited action at first. Adrien Tameze might start next to Miguel Veloso in the midfield. Ilic has posted one goal, three assists, nine chances created and 13 crosses in ten games (eight starts).

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return against Napoli Ilic will remain sidelined Sunday due to his ankle injury, coach Igor Tudor announced.

Impact Ilic will sit out the second game in a row due to an ankle problem that turned out to be more severe than expected. Miguel Veloso and Adrien Tameze could get another start, with Daniel Bessa and Martin Hongla as the alternatives.

NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Juventus game Ilic (ankle) did not make Verona's squad list to face Juventus Saturday.

Impact Ilic suffered an ankle injury in the midweek match and there was too little time for him to recover. Miguel Veloso, Adrien Tameze, Daniel Bessa and Martin Hongla will be the top options in the midfield for Verona Saturday.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Juventus clash Ilic picked up an ankle problem in the last game and is in doubt for Saturday's game versus Juventus, coach Igor Tudor announced.

Impact Ilic emerged from the past game with an ankle problem despite featuring in just 17 minutes. The coach admitted that the conditions of the midfielder are not entirely clear yet and that he is at risk of missing the tilt. Adrien Tameze would likely stay in the XI if Ilic could not play.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well against Milan Ilic (chest) took one shot on target, sent in five crosses (two accurate) and had three blocks and four clearances in Saturday's 2-3 loss to Milan.

Impact Ilic got the start even though he was a late call due to a chest contusion, and partnered with Miguel Veloso in the midfield, something that rarely happened in the past. He had a solid performance, contributing in both phases. It looks like he will remain heavily involved even though the more experienced teammate returned in this one. He has posted one goal, three assists, eight chances and 11 interceptions in eight matches. Verona will host Lazio next Sunday.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Milan Ilic (chest) has been included in Verona's squad list to face Milan Saturday.

Impact Ilic passed a late fitness test and will be an option in the midfield, although also Miguel Veloso is available for this one. He has recorded one goal, three assists, nine crosses and nine tackles in seven matches.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Milan clash lic (chest) will be a late call for Saturday's game versus Milan, coach Igor Tudor announced.

Impact Ilic has not been able to train with regularity during the break due to a chest contusion and the coach might decide to spare him in this one. In any case, he has slim chances to get the nod, with Miguel Veloso and Daniel Bessa as candidates to take his place.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss international duties Ilic will not play with Serbia U-21 during the second international window due to a severe ribs contusion, Verona announced.

Impact Ilic will stay in town to recuperate, but the problem does not sound too severe and he should be available for the match versus Milan. His minutes should be impacted by the return of Miguel Veloso.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in draw Ilic registered one assist, one chance created and one clearance in Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Salernitana.

Impact Ilic was subbed off at half with his side sporting a 2-1 lead. In his four starts this year, the midfielder has racked up one goal on one shot, two assists and three crosses (two accurate). Despite his early exit from the match, Ilic should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI versus Genoa on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal and assists in win Ilic scored an own goal in Sunday's 3-2 win over Roma, while also assisting once from two chances created, made four interceptions and five clearances.

Impact Ilic had an up-and-down performance, first assisting Gianluca Caprari for the 2-1 lead in the 54th minute before scoring against his own net four minutes later to give Roma the equalizer. The midfielder also led his side in interceptions to help them earn the home win. He will now face an easier matchup visiting Salernitana on Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable versus Bologna Ilic sent in one inaccurate cross, had two blocks and four successful take-ons and won 12 duels in Monday's 0-1 loss to Bologna.

Impact Ilic was rather effective in the passive phase, but Verona came away with another loss due to a late goal. He is poised to see increased minutes with Veloso set to miss extended time. He has scored once, adding four crosses, one chance and four interceptions. Verona will host Roma Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Inter Ilic took one shot on target, sent in two accurate crosses, created one chance and scored a goal in Friday's 1-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Ilic broke the deadlock in the early going by intercepting an errant pass by Samir Handanovic and chipping it over the goalie after gliding between two defenders. He replaced the suspended Miguel Veloso in this one, and he has good chances to leapfrog the veteran teammate going forward. Verona will visit Bologna after the break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Verona Ilic has agreed to a five-year contract with Verona, which signed him on a permanent deal from Manchester City, the club announced.

Impact Ilic returns to Serie A after a solid 2020/2021 season, where he tallied two goals, 17 chances created, 39 crosses and 26 tackles in 29 appearances (19 starts). His role should be similar in the upcoming campaign despite the coaching chance. He should continue to alternate and occasionally pair up with the aging Miguel Veloso.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE