RUAN NEWS

Unused in Lazio fixture Ruan (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Lazio.

Impact Ruan was fit enough to be an option but didn't sub on. He had a seesawing role and was mostly poor when called upon. He has registered 25 tackles, 24 interceptions and 63 clearances in 26 matches (16 starts), with no clean sheets.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Should be fine for Lazio match Ruan (thigh) is trending toward being available for Sunday's game versus Lazio, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Ruan appears to have avoided substantial problems and will compete for a spot in the defense, which might be without one of its staples, Martin Erlic. He has logged five tackles (four won), 15 clearances and five interceptions in his last five showings, with no clean sheets.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Cagliari game Ruan drew one foul, recorded seven clearances and one interception and left Sunday's 2-0 loss against Cagliari after 62 minutes due to a muscular injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reporte...

Impact Ruan got the nod over Marash Kumbulla to complete the back three and, while he piled up clearances, he had a poor showing and limped off in the second half. He was replaced by Marcus Pedersen as Sassuolo had switched to another scheme at that point. He'll take some tests ahead of the season finale versus Lazio. With Martin Erlic (gluteus) also banged up, Mattia Viti might start next week.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Ruan served a one-game suspension in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Inter.

Impact Ruan will have better chances of playing regularly if the coach stuck with a three-man line, but the starters were all solid in this one. He has notched five tackles (four won), four interceptions and eight clearances in his last four showings (two starts).

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Inter match Ruan had three tackles (two won), two clearances, one interception and one block and was cautioned for the fifth in Sunday's 5-1 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Ruan was picked over Jeremy Toljan at right-back, but the conservative choice didn't pay off. He won't be an option versus Inter on Saturday due to yellow-card accumulation. Marcus Pedersen is also in the running to play in such a role, while two among Martin Erlic, Gianmarco Ferrari and Marash Kumbulla will start in the middle.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Ruan served a one-match in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Udinese.

Impact Ruan will be eligible to play against Genoa on Friday and will compete for the starting job with Gianmarco Ferrari, who has generally been steadier than him. He has posted three tackles, 13 clearances, and one block in his last three matches.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Booked twice in Cagliari game Ruan won one tackle, had one clearance, and was red-carded in Monday's 1-2 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Ruan didn't have a busy showing and left his team with ten men early in the second half. He'll miss Sunday's clash with Udinese, where Gian Marco Ferrari will get the start in his place.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays little versus Lecce Ruan (lower leg) had 11 touches in nine minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Lecce.

Impact Ruan was fit enough to be an option after a knock but didn't get the start and came off the bench only late. He'll compete primarily with Mattia Viti (thigh) once the teammate recovers. He has recorded 11 interceptions, five tackles, and 18 clearances in seven games (five starts).

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Lecce Ruan (lower leg) has recovered ahead of Saturday's match against Lecce, coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Ruan limped off early in the last game, but it was nothing more than a knock. He'll stay in the XI over Gianmarco Ferrari if he's close to 100 percent. He has posted nine clearances, eight interceptions, four tackles, and two blocks in the last five games, with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early against Monza Ruan had two clearances, one block, and one interception in Monday's 0-1 loss to Monza before coming off due to a lower leg injury, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Ruan had a decent showing in his return to the XI even though Sassuolo conceded but couldn't continue after a collision with an opponent. With Mattia Viti (thigh) also on the mend, Gian Marco Ferrari got the call to replace him and that would be the case again versus Lecce Friday if the problem was substantial.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to face Napoli Ruan served a one-game ban in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Ruan had some disciplinary problems last season, but the coach leaned on him regularly when he was available. That might continue to be the case even though they signed a solid option in Mattia Viti. Instead, Martin Erlic figures to be the linchpin at the position and prevented things from falling apart in the opener.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against versus Fiorentina Ruan won two duels, had one clearance, and was booked twice in 81 minutes in Friday's 1-3 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Ruan was expelled for his second appearance in a row and will miss next season's opener. Despite some errors along the way, he entrenched himself as the starter in the second half of the campaign, dethroning Gianmarco Ferrari. He has tallied 38 tackles, 24 interceptions, 77 clearances, and 17 blocks in 23 appearances, contributing to two clean sheets.

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Ruan served a one-game ban in Friday's 2-2 draw with Sampdoria.

Impact Ruan was given the standard punishment after a red card last week. He'll likely start over either Gianmarco Ferrari or Martin Erlic against Fiorentina. He has tallied ten tackles (seven won), five interceptions, nine interceptions, and three blocks in his last five appearances.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Monza Ruan generated two tackles (two won) and five clearances in 68 minutes in Friday's 1-2 loss to Monza before getting booked for the second time.

Impact Ruan had the second poor showing in a row and hit the showers early due to two avoidable fouls. Gianmarco Ferrari will likely pair up with Martin Erlic in the back against Sampdoria next Friday.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has miserable day in Inter match Ruan was saddled with an own goal, won three of five tackles, and had two blocks and one clearance in Saturday's 2-4 loss to Inter.

Impact Ruan beat his own goalie with a goofy attempt to clear the ball and also deflected Lautaro Martinez's shot on the third goal for the opponents, which was credited to the Inter striker. He's at risk of losing the starting job to Gianmarco Ferrari. He has posted nine tackles (five won), eight interceptions, nine clearances, and three blocks in the last five matches.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow card in return Ruan had two tackles (two won) and two interceptions in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat against Lazio. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact Ruan had a decent outing on defense, leading his side in interceptions, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The centerback was cleared to play after recovering from an injury in the back and did not miss any games. He received his eighth yellow card of the season during the match, though.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Included in starting XI Ruan (back) will be in the starting XI against Lazio on Wednesday.

Impact Ruan is back in the starting XI after having been forced off at halftime versus Empoli on Sunday. In his last five contests, the central defender recorded 17 clearances, seven interceptions and four blocks while registering just one shot (off target). As such, fantasy players probably shouldn't be expecting him to produce in the offensive third.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Lazio game Ruan (back) avoided serious problems and should be at least an option against Lazio, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Ruan bowed out over the weekend due to back spasms, but his situation isn't too concerning. He, Martin Erlic, and Gianluca Ferrari will compete for two spots in the back if he's indeed available. He has started five games in a row, recording five tackles (zero won), seven interceptions, 17 clearances, and four blocks.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury in Empoli game Ruan subbed off at halftime in Sunday's 2-1 win over Empoli due to a back problem, coach Alessio Dionisi announced, after registering one interception, one tackle (zero won), and o...

Impact Ruan stayed in the locker room after intermission and is headed for further examinations ahead of the midweek round. Gianluca Ferrari replaced him and could work his way back into the XI against Lazio Wednesday.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Booked in defeat Ruan recorded one tackle (zero won), five clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Salernitana. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute.

Impact Ruan managed to record five clearances, this was the highest in the match. He averages 3.9 clearances, 1.6 tackles and 1.1 interceptions per game this season. He has no goal involvement and only two clean sheets in 15 starts across 17 games.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Ruan served his one-match ban in Friday's 1-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Ruan had to miss one due to yellow-card accumulation. He had started nine of the past ten matches before the disqualification, so he could start over Martin Erlic or Gianmarco Ferrari in the first game after the break. He has notched nine tackles (seven won), six interceptions, 23 clearances, and five blocks in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Spezia game Ruan won one of two tackles, had three blocks, and one interception and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 4-3 win over Roma.

Impact Ruan had a busy but imperfect game and was pulled early to avoid a red card. His streak of starts will end at seven. Martin Erlic and Gianmarco Ferrari will form the duo versus Spezia, with Filippo Romagna as the top backup.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Cremonese Ruan had nine clearances and one interception and won two of three tackels and nine duels in Monday's 3-2 victory over Cremonese.

Impact Ruan filled it up in the back, but he didn't look good on the second goal, as Cyriel Dessers turned him around and beat him in strides on a long ball. The coach might go back to Gianmarco Ferrari at some point. He has recorded ten tackles (nine won), six interceptions, 26 clearances, and three blocks in the last five matches, with two clean sheets.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records nine clearances Ruan logged nine clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Ruan was much better at Lecce, as he logged three more clearances and helped Sassuolo maintain a clean sheet. He will look to be more consistent during March. Sassuolo is expected to play thrice that month, including games against Cremonese, Roma and Spezia.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Napoli clash Ruan had one tackle (one won), one block, six clearances, and three interceptions in Friday's 0-2 defeat versus Napoli.

Impact Ruan was under pressure for the entirety of the contest and, while he wasn't particularly impressive, that allowed him to fill the stat sheet. He supplanted Gianmarco Ferarri in the back in 2023. He has logged eight tackles (all won), 22 clearances, and eight interceptions in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE