NIKOLA VLASIC NEWS

Two shots in defeat Vlasic generated two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Fiorentina.

Impact Vlasic fired a minimum of two shots for the second time in six appearances. This also marked the second game where he registered a shot on target. Additionally, he tied his season high with two tackles won for a third time on the campaign.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Cagliari Vlasic assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Cagliari.

Impact Vlasic has landed on the scoresheet in all three games played this season with a goal and two assists. He's only started once, having played just 116 minutes after missing the opening matches of the campaign with a thigh injury.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK against Inter Vlasic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in six minutes in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Vlasic didn't play much as he dealt with a fever during the week but scored his first goal of the season thanks to a successful attempt from the spot. His minutes are bound to grow after the break as he continues to get healthier following an early injury. He has logged one assist, one shot on target and one chance created in two appearances off the bench.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Collects helper in Lazio game Vlasic (thigh) created one scoring chance, committed one foul and had one assist in 27 minutes in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Vlasic played the final portion of the game after missing the first five rounds and, while he didn't look too explosive nor he had many touches, he picked up a point thanks to a slick pass to Che Adams in the box. He should supplant Adrien Tameze and Karol Linetty in the midfield if he rounds into shape quickly, as the coach fielded a more attacking scheme in the second half.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Lazio game Vlasic (thigh) "will be available, and we've been waiting for him. He could have returned midweek, and he's ready to play. He can star in many roles," coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Vlasic will be an option for the first time in the campaign after suffering consecutive thigh strains in the summer and working on his conditioning. The boss suggested he'll compete with Ivan Ilic, Adrien Tameze and Karol Linetty and potentially in more offensive positions. He's likely to be deployed in small doses at first. He posted three goals, two assists, 46 shots (11 on target) and 35 key passes in 33 appearances last season.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Vlasic (thigh) won't be an option against Atalanta "as we want to be extra cautious," coach Paolo Vanoli relayed.

Impact Vlasic has yet to begin ramping up in training after two injuries in a row and will most likely be given the first break to do so, also missing next week's match. Karol Linetty and Adrien Tameze will pick up the slack.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will keep missing time Vlasic (thigh) "has resumed practicing, but we'd rather wait an extra week with him since he had a relapse of the same injury," coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Vlasic has been sidelined through the summer due to consecutive thigh strains and will be out for the opener and likely more matches since he skipped the pre-season preparation. Torino will lean on Samuele Ricci, Ivan Ilic, Karol Linetty and Adrien Tameze while he recovers.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Croatia's Vlasic is out of Euro 2024 because of a muscle injury

Croatia midfielder Nikola Vlasic has withdrawn from the European Championship because of a muscle injury

JUNE 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Done for Euro 2024 Vlasic is out for the rest of Euro 2024 due to a muscle injury, according to manager Zlatko Dalic. "Nikola invested a lot of effort to help the team at the EURO 2024, and he is an...

Impact Vlasic's Euro 2024 campaign has been cut short, as he will leave Germany and the Croatian national team for the rest of the tournament due to injury. He was already dealing with an injury heading into their preparation friendlies, and after picking up another issue in training while at the tournament, he had to return home and focus on recovery. Luckily for the team, this shouldn't cause changes, as he did not play a minute in their opener.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for friendly Vlasic (thigh) is on the bench for Croatia's friendly against North Macedonia on Monday.

Impact Vlasic missed Torino's final three games of the Serie A season, but his presence on the bench here suggests he's ready to see at least some minutes in the second half. That bodes well for his participation in the Euros' group stage. Croatia will debut against Spain on June 15.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss rest of the season Vlasic suffered a high-grade tear of the tendon of the adductor longus in his right thigh, Torino announced.

Impact Vlasic is headed for a specialist consult to decide the best rehab route, as surgery could be on the table to make a full recovery. He'll be out for the final three games and most likely for the Euro as well. Karol Linetty, Adrien Tameze and David Okerereke could enjoy an uptick in playing times as a result in his absence, while Samuele Ricci or Ivan Ilic could move to more offensive roles since Torino don't have other pure no.10s.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off against Torino Vlasic registered one shot (zero on goal), won two duels and was dispossessed once in 28 minutes in Friday's clash with Bologna before leaving due to a muscular injury, Sky Italy i...

Impact Vlasic felt some discomfort in his upper thigh/groin area and couldn't continue after receiving some treatment. He was replaced by Karol Linetty, with Samuele Ricci advancing his position a little to serve as a no,10.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Pedestrian in Inter game Vlasic had two shots (zero on goal), three tackles (one won), two interceptions and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Vlasic did a little bit of everything but didn't stand out in any particular categories and was barely noticeable in the final third. He hasn't contributed to a goal in five straight fixtures, totaling 13 off-target shots, five key passes and five inaccurate crosses.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Frosinone Vlasic drew five fouls and three shots (zero on goal), one clerances and one block in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Frosinone.

Impact Vlasic had a few attempts from outside the box but wasn't productive in other categories. He has hit the net once and posted 13 shots (one on target), six chances crated and six crosses (zero accurate) in the last five games.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in Juventus match Vlasic drew two fouls, won six duels and recorded four shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Vlasic was one of the few Torino attackers who got anything going in a dreadlocked game. He led his side in attempts but missed the mark in all of them. He has scored once and posted 10 shots (one on target), six key passes and six crosses (zero accurate) in the last four tilts.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Empoli Vlasic drew two fouls and generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Empoli.

Impact Vlasic wasn't too dynamic or involved and picked up a small amount of stats on offense. He has scored once and posted seven shots (two on target), eight key passes and four crosses (zero accurate) in the last five rounds.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in win Vlasic scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Udinese.

Impact Vlasic fired a shot from the right side of the box that found the back of the net in the 53rd minute of play. The goal marked his first in the last 10 games and his third of the season. This also marked the fourth time in 10 outings where Vlasic recorded at least two shots and his fourth time in the last five games with a shot on target.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet again versus Napoli Vlasic created two scoring chances, won one of one tackle and recorded one tackle (one won) and one interception in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Vlasic tried to set up his teammates but had mostly a lackluster showing, as was the case in the previous two contests too. He last scored in early January and assisted in early December. He has tallied eight shots (four on target), 10 chances created and six crosses (two accurate) in the last five games.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Middling production in stalemate Vlasic had three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Sassuolo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minute.

Impact Vlasic took three shots after taking none in his prior three games but none of them found the frame of the goal and he failed to create a single chance for a teammate. Despite his struggles of late with zero goal contributions in four matches, he has started 12 straight and figures to play a big role again versus Lecce.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in Salernitana match Vlasic won one of one tackle and two duels and recorded two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Salernitana.

Impact Vlasic didn't manage to find the proper position through the middle and never shook free. He was pulled early due to ineffectiveness and to go with a more aggressive look. He has scored once and added three shots (one on target), five key passes, and five crosses (three accurate) in the last four games. Torino will face Sassuolo away Saturday.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Cagliari Vlasic drew three fouls, won one of two tackles and had one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 2-1 victory against Cagliari.

Impact Vlasic was pretty dynamic and involved but didn't participate in the two goals. He has scored once in the last five games, adding six shots (two on target), five key passes, and seven crosses (three accurate), with no helpers. Torino will host Salernitana next Sunday.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Sunday's win Vlasic scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Vlasic scored his second goal of the season Sunday, an outside the box strike in the 52nd minute assisted by Duvan Zapata. It came on one of his three shots in the match and he added one chance created and one inaccurate cross before he was subbed off in the 90th minute for Yann Karamoh.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Silent in Fiorentina bout Vlasic drew one foul, won one of two tackles and recorded three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 0-1 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Vlasic was once again lackluster and didn't put many stats. He subbed off after banging knees with an opponent but didn't seem to have picked up an injury. He has assisted twice and logged five shots (two on target), four chances created, and seven crosses (three accurate) in the last five games.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal impact in draw Vlasic generated three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Udinese.

Impact Vlasic shot thrice, putting one on frame, but did very little from a statistical perspective outside of that. He will aim to make a bigger impact against Fiorentina on Friday.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Invisible in Frosinone match Vlasic won two duels and generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Vlasic was coming off a dominant performance but had trouble getting open and finding the right position in this one. He has scored once, assisted twice, and added five shots (three on target), and 10 chances created in the last five games. Torino will host Empoli on Saturday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE