JULY 25, 2023 • SKY.COM
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JULY 10, 2023 • SKY.COM
Creates three chances in loss Lavia registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Thursday's 1-0 defeat at the hands of AFC Bournemouth.
Impact Lavia was one of the brighter lights in what was a poor Southampton performance on Thursday. The Belgian midfielder was active in creating opportunities and managed to fire an off-target shot himself. The regular starter has scored just once this season and is yet to provide an assist.
APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Palace Lavia (strain) is in Southampton's starting lineup to face Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Impact Lavia picked up a knock in last weekend's loss to Manchester City, but he's recovered enough to maintain his spot in the XI on Saturday.
APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pictured in training Lavia was forced off with a "tight hamstring" over the weekend, but he was pictured on the pitch Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.
Impact It's a positive sign for Lavia, who may have been able to play through the issue Saturday but was subbed off with the game about over against Man City. Lavia has started all but three matches since the World Cup break and his absence in the midfield would leave another hole for Southampton, as they try to get out of relegation. Ibrahima Diallo is most likely to enter the XI if needed going forward.
APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers knock Lavia registered two clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 4-1 loss versus Manchester City. He was subbed off due to injury in the 80th minute.
Impact Lavia had to be taken off in the 80th minute of the match after suffering a knock Saturday. The teams hopes it is nothing serious, however he will be reassessed by the medical team with a status of his return unclear at the moment. He has generated 10 tackles (eight won), five interceptions and four clearances on four starts in the last five games.
APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Takes shot in loss Lavia took a shot on target and made three interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against West Ham United. He also won two of three tackles in the match.
Impact Lavia has started 11 of Southampton's 12 Premier League games since the turn of the calendar year in midfield, though he's more of a defensive player than a significant contributor in the attack.
APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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Makes three straight starts Lavia has started each of the team's last three contests in which he recorded one shot (off target), one cross (accurate) and nine tackles (four won).
Impact Lavia seems to have recemented himself in the starting XI after recovering from his long-term injury absence. Given his defensive role, the midfielder is unlikely to offer much in the way of production in the offensive third, limiting his fantasy value.
FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Makes bench Saturday Lavia is fit and in the match day squad to face Fulham on Saturday.
Impact Lavia returns after missing out with a hamstring injury since the end of August. The midfielder starts from the bench but is available if called upon Saturday.
DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not ready for Boxing day Lavia is not in the match day squad to face Brighton on Monday.
Impact Lavia is unable to return from a hamstring injury suffered at the end of August. The midfielder had made six starts prior to the injury scoring once.
DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still struggling with hamstring Lavia (hamstring) missed a Tuesday clash with Lincoln City due to ongoing issues with the hamstring injury he suffered previously, according to manager Nathan Jones. 'He is not qui...
Impact Lavia remains out as he continues to suffer complications from the hamstring injury he suffered earlier in the season. The midfielder started the final match before the World Cup break, but picked up the issue in training. Lavia will be a doubt for Monday's clash with Brighton in the Premier League.
DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off bench in loss Lavia subbed into Sunday's match against Newcastle United in the 34th minute and he made an interception and won one of one tackles in the match.
Impact Lavia replaced an injured Juan Larios in the first half of Sunday's game, his first appearance since August after recovering from a hamstring injury of his own. Lavia had started all five of Southampton's Premier League matches before his injury and will hope to be fit enough to break back into the XI against Liverpool this weekend.
NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
On bench against Newcastle Lavia (hamstring) made the bench for Sunday's match against Newcastle.
Impact Lavia returns to the Premier League team sheet after making a successful return in the reserves over the last week. He's missed over two months of matches but it shouldn't be long before he's able to start again, especially after the World Cup break. In five starts, Lavia has scored one goal.
NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
In contention Sunday Lavia (hamstring) will be in the mix to face Newcastle United on Sunday. Manager Ralph Hasenhuttl told reporters, "In contention, yes. But we had, this week, also a little problem...
Impact Lavia missed the club's previous eight contests due to his hamstring problem but is poised to be in the squad Sunday. Prior to his absence, the defensive midfielder made five straight starts in which he registered one goal on four shots (two on target), 10 interceptions and seven tackles (five won). At this point, Lavia may not be ready to jump right back into the starting XI and may have to settle for a spot coming off the bench this first time out.
NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Features in reserve match Lavia (hamstring) started and played 45 minutes in Sunday's reserve match against Middlesbrough.
Impact Lavia is clearing the final hurdles in a two-month long battle with a hamstring injury. Though he had started the first five matches of the season, Lavia only has two more chances before the World Cup break. Expect him to at least come off the bench but since he was able to play at a lower level he might be ready to start far sooner.
OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not yet ready for match action Lavia is not in the match day squad to face Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Impact Lavia returned to training in the buildup to the match, but ultimately misses out with the hamstring injury that he suffered at the end of August. Lavia had started five matches before the injury scoring once.
OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Back in full training Lavia (hamstring) returned to full team training for the first time Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl. "It was a pleasure t...
Impact Lavia still seems like a doubt to feature Saturday, but there's a slight chance he'll be on the bench. It'd be a good sign if he could get some minutes before the World Cup break, though with just three matches left, he may only be ready to start by the Nov. 12 contest just before the break.
OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Too soon to feature against Arsenal Lavia is not in the match day squad to face Arsenal on Sunday.
Impact Lavia returned to training ahead of the match, but ultimately will not feature as he recovers from a hamstring injury that has kept him out nearly two months. The fact that he's back in training is a positive sign as he could be ready in time for next weekend's match at Crystal Palace.
OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Back in training Lavia (hamstring) is back in training ahead of Sunday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl. "Romeo is back in training but after a long time out it will t...
Impact Lavia is in training, but there's no reason to think he'll be in the starting XI Sunday after being out close to two months. He'll need to get back his fitness and returning too quickly from a long-term hamstring injury is never a good idea, so there's a chance he doesn't even make an appearance Sunday.
OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Could train next week Lavia (hamstring) "could return to first-team training" next week, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.
Impact It's a positive update on Lavia, who is on his original timeline of about six weeks. He could train next week, but that still means he'll miss the next two matches, at a minimum. If all goes well, he'll be in the starting XI at least once before the end of the month.
OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still weeks from a return Lavia (hamstring) could take "a few more weeks" before he returns to the pitch, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.
Impact Lavia has already been out a month, so it's not a positive sign in his recovery. At this point, he's in risk of missing all of October, as once he can return to training, he'll need a week of that so he can build up his fitness. In his absence, Ibrahima Diallo has struggled to keep his role in central midfield for a full 90.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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AUGUST 30, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Makes two interceptions in win Lavia registered one shot on target, two tackles (one won), two interceptions, one clearance, one block and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-1 win at Leicester.
Impact Lavia had a decent all-around performance to help them earn the comeback road win. The midfielder started in all of their three games so far, logging seven interceptions over that span, and is usually a good source of defensive stats. He did receive his first yellow card of the season, though.
AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Transfers to Southampton Lavia has signed a five-year contract with Southampton after transferring from Manchester City's academy, the club announced Wednesday.
Impact Lavia has two goals and four assists in 34 Premier League 2 appearances to his name after spending the last two seasons with Man City's reserve team. The 18-year-old is now making the step up to Southampton, where he will be a backup in defensive midfield if he doesn't get sent out on-loan for this campaign.
JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
