MATTEO LOVATO NEWS

Unused in Bologna tilt Lovato (undisclosed) didn't play in Friday's 0-0 draw with Bologna.

Impact Lovato was fit enough to make the bench but not to start and didn't log any minute after drawing the nod last week. He'll tussle with Mergim Vojvoda and Adrien Tameze from here on out. He has posted three clearances, one interception and one block in his last five showings (one start).

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Friday Lovato (undisclosed) is on the bench for Friday's game against Bologna.

Impact Lovato was dealing with a muscular problem, but it seems the issue won't prevent him from being an option off the bench for this clash against Bologna.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Bologna match Lovato picked up a muscular problem in training, coach Ivan Juric informed.

Impact Lovato returned to the starting lineup after a couple of months last week but is in danger of missing this one. Torino would have to turn to Mergim Vojvoda or tweak their scheme if he couldn't make it since Adrien Tameze is suspended, Koffi Djidji (thigh) is out and Saba Sazonov (undisclosed) is iffy.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two clearances versus Udinese Lovato (calf) had 10 passes and two clearances and committed one foul in 25 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Lovato bolstered the defense in the final stretch after missing two games due to injury. He'll be one of the options to replace Koffi Djidji (thigh) in the coming matches, along with Mergim Vojvoda and the returning Adrien Tameze (thigh).

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Udinese game Lovato (calf) "will return versus Udinese but has ben out for a while," coach Ivan Juric relayed.

Impact Lovato will be in contention to replace Koffi DJidji (thigh), but the gaffer hinted he might field players in better shape, like Saba Sazonov or Mergim Vojvoda. He has tallied 10 tackles (seven won), 11 interceptions and four clearances in his last four starts.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with small injury Lovato pulled the soleus muscle in his left calf against Roma, Torino announced.

Impact Lovato will miss a game or two due to the issue but avoided more severe ones. Saba Sazonov is next in line in the back, but Alessandro Buongiorno (shoulder) is expected to return soon and could get the nod right away.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off very early against Roma Lovato left Monday's match versus Roma after just 14 minutes due to an apparent left calf injury, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Lovato indicated some discomfort to the bench soon after kick-off and couldn't continue. Saba Sazonov took his place. Alessandro Buongiorno (shoulder) shouldn't be far off from coming back.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Torino Lovato has joined Torino on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Salernitana, the teams announced.

Impact Lovato hasn't been great nor a fixture of the formation during his time with Salernitana, but he already worked with Torino coach Ivan Juric in the past. He's replacing David Zima and will contribute to substituting for Alessandro Buongiorno (shoulder) in the short term. He has tallied 27 tackles, 18 interceptions, and 41 clearances in 13 appearances (11 starts) this season.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in cup Lovato (knee) was an unused substitute during Tuesday's 4-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Lovato returned to the bench Tuesday but went unused in the cup. The fact he was available off the bench is a positive sign that the injury he suffered against Genoa is a minor one that shouldn't impact his availability going forward.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Genoa game Lovato generated one tackle (one won), two clearances, and three interceptions in Friday's 0-1 loss to Genoa before leaving in the second half due to a possible knee injury, Tuttom...

Impact Lovato made the XI after two matches on the bench and had a fine showing. He was already slated to come out due to a tactical switch and got banged up in a tackle right before it. He'll be evaluated throughout the week. Flavius Daniliuc, Federico Fazio, and Dylan Bronn are next in line in the back.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three interceptions in Frosinone tilt Lovato had three interceptions and six clearances and won three duels and one of three tackles in Friday's 1-1 draw with Frosinone.

Impact Lovato racked up stats in the back as Salernitana were under pressure, especially in the first half. His minutes will be threatened by the returning Flavius Daniliuc in the long haul. He has logged 12 tackles, seven interceptions, and 17 clearances in five games, with no clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sturdy against Udinese Lovato had two tackles (two won), three clearances, and two interceptions in Monday's 1-1 draw against Udinese.

Impact Lovato drew the second start in a row and held his own, even though his team allowed one goal. His playing time should be fairly secure until Flavius Danliuc returns from a knee injury. He has notched three tackles, three interceptions, and nine clearances in two matches.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Cremonese Lovato (quad) hasn't been included in Salernitana's squad list to face Cremonese Saturday.

Impact Lovato suffered a quad pull while warming up last week and has been unable to recover. He earned the trust of new coach Paulo Sousa late in the season but also dealt with a few injuries. He concluded with 17 tackles, 13 interceptions, 33 clearances, and five blocks in 17 appearances (eight starts). Norbert Gyomber, Flavius Daniliuc, Lorenzo Pirola, and William Troost-Ekong will be the top choices defensively in the last round.

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched for Udinese game Lovato has been removed from the lineup and the squad list due to a physical problem while warming up.

Impact Lovato was set to start but got hurt late and won't be an option. Dylan Bronn will join William Troost-Ekong and Lorenzo Pirola in the back.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out in loss to Monza Lovato (head) was unavailable for Sunday's 0-3 defeat versus Monza.

Impact Lovato skipped the second contest in a row after picking up a head/neck injury. He should be a regular once fully healthy, but that hasn't been the case in the first half of the season.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Monza game Lovato (head) has been able to do a little more in practice, but he's not sure to be available for Sunday's fixture versus Monza, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Lovato has dealt with a litany of injuries in the first half of the season, and lastly a head one. Even if fit enough to be an option, he will likely have a bench role.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Fiorentina game Lovato (head) wasn't an option for Wednesday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Lovato was originally called up for the game, but he ended up in the stands. Given his continuous injuries, he's unlikely to start in Sunday's away game versus Monza, even if he's cleared to play.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list for Fiorentina bout Lovato (head) has been called up for Wednesday's match versus Fiorentina.

Impact Lovato won't need to miss time after suffering a head injury in the previous game and spending a day in the hospital to be monitored, but he's a long shot to play in this one even though he will be technically available.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Discharged from hospital Lovato (head) has been allowed to leave the hospital after being monitored overnight and will take further tests in the next few days, Salernitana announced.

Impact Lovato is doing better after a blow to the head, but he's going to miss some time because of the incident. Flavius Daniliuc should be back from an illness in Wednesday's away game versus Fiorentina and should reclaim his spot in the back.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hospitalized with head injury Lovato will be monitored for the 24 hours at a local hospital after suffering a head trauma, Salernitana announced.

Impact Lovato left Saturday's match on a stretcher after a violent head-to-head impact with an opponent. He's likely going to miss some time given the situation.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Lovato was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match with Cremonese due to a neck injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reports.

Impact Lovato left the match in the 51st minute after colliding with an opponent in the air. The early reports suggest he hurt his neck rather than his head. He'll take further tests shortly. He was replaced by Lorenzo Pirola, as Flavius Daniliuc (illness) was a late scratch for this one.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Spezia Lovato (ankle/illness) didn't star in Saturday's 1-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Lovato was an option but didn't get minutes due to a pair of physical problems. He'll likely be one of the top defensive options if he avoids injuries, which hasn't been the case so far. He'll be in contention with Norbert Gyomber going forward. He has logged four tackles (three won) and four clearances in his lone cap.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Spezia game Lovato has been called up for Saturday's match versus Brescia, but he might not be available due to a stomach bug, coach Davide Nicola informed.

Impact Lovato appears to have recovered from an ankle problem that cost him the last two matches, but he has barely been able to practice this week due to an illness, so he's highly unlikely to start even if he manages to improve overnight. Federico Fazio is feeling better and could get the nod in the back, while Lorenzo Pirola filled in recently.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Lovato (ankle) didn't make the Salernitana's game-day squad list to face Inter Sunday.

Impact Lovato traveled with the team for the road game, but he'll end up on the stands for the second consecutive week because of an ankle sprain. Lorenzo Pirola is joining Norbert Gyomber and Flavius Daniliuc in the back, while Dylan Bronn is the top defensive backup.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Inter match Lovato (ankle) has been called up for Sunday's clash with Inter.

Impact Lovato rolled his ankle while warming up in the previous game, but the injury turned out not to be severe. He will be in contention with Lorenzo Pirola and Dylan Bronn to get the nod in the back. He has posted four tackles and four clearances in his lone appearance so far.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE