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Slovak champion Slovan signs Belgian defender Siemen Voet

Slovak champion Slovan Bratislava has signed Belgian central defender Siemen Voet on a three-year contract

JUNE 24, 2022 • Associated Press

Remains out with knee problem Kucka (knee) will not be available versus Everton on Wednesday.

Impact Kucka will miss his third match in the club's last four contests due to his lingering knee issue. When fit, the midfielder had started his previous five appearances in which he generated one assist, four shots (one on target) and two crosses (one accurate). Still, the bulk of Kucka's fantasy value comes in the form of defensive stats, which limits him to mid-range value.

MAY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury Kucka is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace because of a knee issue.

Impact Coming off a surprising eight-shot performance, Kucka is again out Saturday, similar to two weekends ago. He'd started five of the prior six matches and was replaced by Edo Kayembe in the starting XI against Palace, having rarely seen time under Roy Hodgson.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eight shots all game Kucka (undisclosed) attempted eight shots across 90 minutes during a 2-1 loss Saturday versus Burnley.

Impact Kucka logged more than half of the Watford team's shots. The 35-year-old remains its most promising midfielder, especially following his recovery from an undisclosed injury.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Saturday Watford manager Roy Hodgson said Friday that Kucka (undisclosed) has returned to training with Watford and should be available for selection in Saturday's clash against Burnley.

Impact Kucka missed last weekend's defeat to Manchester City with a knock, but he has recovered now and is expected to be fit enough to face Burnley.

APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knock Kucka is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Manchester City because of a minor knock.

Impact Kucka misses out Saturday in an almost impossible match at Man City, which means Tom Cleverley is back in the starting XI. Kucka had produced seven shots and 10 tackles in his last four starts, but similar to the rest of Watford, the upside has been limited.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of year Kucka had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two shots (on goal), crossing once accurately and making five tackles during Sunday's 2-1 win over Southampton.

Impact Kucka set up Cucho Hernandez in the 34th minute assisting what would be the game winning goal for Watford. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder while his five tackles led Watford in the win.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be option Saturday Kucka (abdomen) has been training and should be an option Saturday against Manchester United, according to manager Roy Hodgson.

Impact Kucka is expected to be available Saturday, but he's missed the last two matches and it's unclear if he's fit enough to start in his first match back. Imran Louza has started in his place in the midfield and that could be the case again, though neither of them has much fantasy value.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late test against Palace Kucka (knock) is a late test for Wednesday's match against Crystal Palace, according to manager Roy Hodgson. "Both are making incredibly good progress, much quicker than we expecte...

Impact It doesn't sound like Kucka will be ready to start Wednesday unless he makes a really quick recovery. Prior to injury, he started seven of the past eight matches, but following their recent win, there's a chance that starting spot disappears after Imran Louza came in for him against Villa.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Villa Kucka is out with a knock for Saturday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Kucka had started the prior three matches, but this knock looks related to the last match when he left at the break. Imran Louza is in the XI in his place after a mediocre set of starts for Watford, who haven't scored in their last four matches.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in defeat Kucka made four tackles and one interception, as well as creating two chances during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Brighton.

Impact Kucka had plenty to do defensively, and did his duty well, also creating some offensive value. That said he is still a poor option in any fantasy formats and consistently produces little fantasy value. He will be a poor option against Aston Villa next time out, as Watford struggle to stay afloat in the Premier League.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot Kucka took an off target shot during Tuesday's 1-0 loss to West Ham.

Impact Kucka was held off the scoresheet as Watford were blanked by West Ham on Tuesday. The midfielder didn't cross or create a chance while his lone shot tied for the second highest amount on the team in the loss.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Watford in chances created Kucka took two off target shots, crossed twice accurately and created two chances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Burnley.

Impact Kucka was held off the scoresheet as both teams failed to score on Saturday. The midfielder finished with the third highest amount of crosses and shots on the team while leading Watford with two chances created in the draw.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Horrendous late cameo Kucka was brought on in the 89th minute and scored an own goal in the 92nd minute of Saturday's 3-0 loss to Norwich.

Impact Kucka had a nightmare of a late cameo, poking a low cross into his own net while stretching for a clearance in stoppage time. That added to Watford's misery in a disappointing home defeat to a fellow relegation-threatened side. Although his mistake Saturday may prevent him from starting, Kucka and company have a decent chance at rebounding in their next match, which comes against last-place Burnley.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes eight clearances in loss Kucka made three interceptions and eight clearances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Tottenham. He also won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Kucka defended well for much of Saturday's game, but Davinson Sanchez was able to head in the winning goal for Spurs from a stoppage-time set piece. He should have more space to go forward against 19th-placed Newcastle on Jan. 15.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Kucka (undisclosed) will be available as a substitute against Chelsea on Wednesday.

Impact Kucka had started all 10 of his previous outings for the club but the fact that he is returning from a two-game stint on the sidelines will see him eased back into action Barring any setbacks, the midfielder should be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI versus Manchester City on Saturday.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Late test for Chelsea Kucka is a late test for Wednesday's match against Chelsea because of a knock.

Impact Kucka was suspended and then he suffered a knock in training, so he's been out the last two matches. Watford are in need of midfielders, so if he's deemed fit, he could find his way back into the starting XI, albeit in a tough spot against Chelsea.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Foxes Kucka is eligible to play against Leicester City on Sunday after serving his one-match ban.

Impact Kucka should immediately jump back into the starting XI, having featured in all 10 of his appearances for the club this year. In his previous four tilts, the midfielder has generated one goal on 11 shots (five on target), nine clearances and six tackles (three won).

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Arsenal Kucka received a red card in the 89th minute of Sunday's defeat against Arsenal, following a foul on Nuno Tavares for his second booking of the match.

Impact Kucka will be suspended for the game against Man United on Nov. 20, where Tom Cleverley could replace him in midfield.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Watford with three shots Kucka took three shots (one on goal) and crossed twice inaccurately during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Southampton.

Impact Kucka was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Watford were blanked on Saturday. The midfielder failed to create a chance and crossed just twice but his three shots led Watford in the loss.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of season Kucka scored one goal from five shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 5-2 win over Everton.

Impact Kucka went his first six appearances of the season without logging a shot on goal before amassing a big number as the game opened up. He's also tied for the fourth-most tackles made in the league, so this offensive involvement could make him a valuable asset if he can keep up the pace. Up next is Saturday's visit from Southampton, which have conceded the sixth-most tackles to midfielders in the Premier League.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss Kucka took a shot and won three of six tackles in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Leeds United. He also made a block and three clearances in the match.

Impact Kucka was solid in defensive midfield on Saturday, but he couldn't prevent Diego Llorente's difference-making goal for Leeds. After the international break he faces the challenge of Liverpool, which are undefeated through six games in the Premier League.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leeds exhales with 1-0 victory over Watford in EPL

Leeds has held on for its first victory of the Premier League season after defender Diego Llorente scored early in the 1-0 win over Watford

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • Associated Press