IGOR NEWS

Barely seeing minutes Igor has made just two appearances off the bench through Brighton's first seven Premier League matches of the 2024/25 season.

Impact The defender made 17 starts and recorded 24 appearances in 2023/24, but he seems to have lost his place in this new campaign. The Brazilian has logged his two appearances in Brighton's most recent games, however, so he might be in line for an uptick in minutes in the subsequent weeks following the international break.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Decent season in defense Igor kept two clean sheets and picked up four yellow cards in 24 appearances (17 starts) this past season.

Impact Igor split time between center-back and left-back this past season, starting eight matches on the left and nine in the middle. He helped his side keep two clean sheets, contributing 25 tackles, 14 interceptions, 45 clearances and nine blocked shots in over 1600 minutes of action. It was a decent campaign in his first Premier League season, but he will be looking for more consistent playing time next season.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Igor (undisclosed) is in the squad to face Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

Impact Igor passed a late fitness test after dealing with a knock in the buildup to the match. The defender played 75 minutes mid week against Roma and is available from the bench if called upon.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Facing late fitness test Igor is in question for Sunday's match against Nottingham Forest due to an undisclosed issue, as manager Roberto De Zerbi stated, "We have to make a check on Sunday morning on Igo...

Impact Igor appears to be facing a late fitness test for his involvement of Sunday's match, now being questionable after picking up an undisclosed issue. The club will hope for the player to be available, as he has started in about half of the club's matches in the second part of the season, holding the start at left-back in the club's most recent match against Roma in the UEL. We will now have to wait until game time for the final report on the defender, but if he is not able to play, expect Pervis Estupinan to start in his place.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Back in FA Cup action Igor played 80 minutes during Wednesday's FA Cup clash against Wolves.

Impact Igor has been in and out of the starting XI, and was back in the first team for Wednesday's FA Cup clash. When fit Igor has ended up in a large role due to injuries elsewhere in the first team, both at left-back and center-back. Valentin Barco is integrating into the first team and could be the long-term preference at left-back moving forward.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in FA Cup Igor was in the starting XI during Saturday's 5-2 FA Cup win over Sheffield United.

Impact Igor returned from an undisclosed issue that has kept him out since December in the match. The defender played 62 minutes before being replaced by Lewis Dunk.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training Igor (undisclosed) was pictured in training Thursday ahead of Saturday's FA Cup match.

Impact Igor has been out since the end of December with an unknown issue, but it looks like he could be an option as soon as the FA Cup. He got a decent bit of run prior to injury because of other absences in the squad, but with Pervis Estupinan available again and the bevy of center-backs, playing time won't be as readily available for Igor.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Wolves Igor (undisclosed) will not be available versus Wolverhampton on Monday. Manager Roberto De Zerbi told reporters, "At the moment Igor is out."

Impact Igor will be out of action for his second straight contest due to his undisclosed injury. With the return of Tariq Lamptey (strain), it's possible Igor would have been dropped from the starting XI even if fully fit. How the backline shakes out once Igor returns remains to be seen, as the club is slowly getting healthy.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Igor (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's trip to West Ham, Brighton announced.

Impact Igor is dealing with an undisclosed issue and is out Tuesday It's not clear where this issue popped up but he was brought off at half time during a 4-2 win over Spurs. With Igor out Carlos Baleba could be forced into the backline, though Adam Webster is also expected to return.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in win Igor got the start and played the full 90 during Thursday's 1-0 win over AEK.

Impact Igor returned to the starting XI, as expected, and was excellent throughout Thursday's win. The defender will be expected to play some substantial minutes now that he is fit once more, especially due to all the injuries the club is struggling with. Igor could see starts anywhere across the backline in all competitions.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Igor is available to play during Thursday's trip to Athens, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi."Igor can play."

Impact Igor could see an immediate role in the starting XI with Tariq Lamptey (leg) ruled out for Thursday's clash. With the busy December schedule coming up Igor could be in for significant minutes in the next month, potentially in a variety of defensive roles.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Igor (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

Impact Igor misses out on Saturday's match as he continues to recover from an undisclosed injury. Lewis Dunk partners Jan Paul van Hecke in the center of Brighton's back four.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Forest Igor (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's trip to Nottingham Forest, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi. "Mitoma and Milner can't play, they are not available. We will have to se...

Impact Igor isn't available Saturday, yet another name to the absurdly long injury list Brighton are struggling with. The defender will hope to return in short order, but there was no further information about his injury. Igor got the start at left-back last time out and with him sidelined Pascal Gross could be pushed into the backline.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Man City Igor Julio (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Manchester City,

Impact Igor Julio is set to make his second start for the Seagulls, and it couldn't have come at a more challenging match, as he'll have to deal with Erling Haaland and the rest of Manchester City's attacking line. He's made just two appearances in all competitions in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Igor was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match against Liverpool with an injury.

Impact Igor left the match in the 63rd minute after succumbing to injury and being replaced by Jan Paul van Hecke. Sunday's match was the first start at Brighton for Igor after joining the club in July.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Brighton Igor has agreed to a four-year contract with Brighton after completing his transfer from Fiorentina, the team announced.

Impact Igor has been a solid part-time starter for Fiorentina in the past three seasons and should have a similar role at this new club. He logged 43 tackles, 25 interceptions, 53 clearances, and 14 blocks in 27 matches (23 starts) in 2022/2023, contributing to four clean sheets.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Sassuolo Igor didn't star in Round 38's 3-1 victory over Sassuolo.

Impact Igor dropped to the bench after starting the previous five Serie A games in a row. He was mostly decent but didn't improve compared to previous seasons and had some costly gaffes. He concluded with 43 tackles, 25 interceptions, 53 clearances, and 14 blocks in 27 appearances (23 starts), contributing to four clean sheets.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins seven duels against Verona Igor had two tackles (two won), one block, two clearances, and one interception in Monday's 3-0 victory versus Verona.

Impact Igor turned in a solid shift in the back as Fiorentina finally managed to hold an opponent scoreless. He has registered eight tackles (six won), three interceptions, four clearances, and two blocks in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 50 minutes as substitute Igor generated one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Despite not being part of Fiorentina's starting XI on Sunday, Igor played more than 45 minutes. The team is expected to play at Verona next Monday, and it would not be surprising if Igor would be one of Fiorentina's main central defenders again.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Igor served his one-game suspension for yellow-card accumulation in Sunday's 0-1 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Igor will be available for Sunday's home game versus Empoli and has routinely started over Luca Ranieri and Lucas Martinez Quarta in 2023. He has notched seven tackles (six won), three interceptions, six clearances, and three blocks in the past five matches, with no clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Juventus clash Igor won two of three tackles and had one interception and one clearance in 45 minutes and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Igor didn't have a great performance and will have to sit one due to yellow-card accumulation. Lucas Martinez Quarta will likely join Nikola Milenkovic in the back next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four interceptions in Lazio game Igor (thigh) won one tackle, had four interceptions, and created one scoring chance in 59 minutes in Sunday's 0-4 loss to Inter.

Impact Igor stayed in the XI despite suffering a minor injury midweek, as Nikola Milenkovic continues to be managed following a thigh break. The two will be in the mix with Lucas Martinez Quarta to start versus Lecce Monday. He has tallied nine tackles, seven interceptions, five clearances, and three blocks in six appearances, with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Lazio Igor (thigh) has been called up for Monday's game versus Lazio.

Impact Igor bowed out early versus Hearts, but he subbed off before picking up a substantial injury. He'll be in contention to start with Lucas Martinez Quarta, and his level of fitness will be a factor too.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off in European Conference League Igor left Thursday's game against Hearts early because of some discomfort in his thigh, and the hope is that he stopped before getting hurt, coach Vincenzo Italiano informed.

Impact Igor will take some tests to determine whether he could feature in Monday's game versus Fiorentina. Given the short turnaround, it's more likely that Nikola Milenkovic and Lucas Martinez Quarta will get the nod even if the problem isn't particularly severe.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Igor served his one-game ban in Sunday's 2-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Igor will be back in the XI, replacing Luca Ranieri in the back in October 10's away game versus Fiorentina. He has notched six tackles, three interceptions, three clearances, and two blocks in four games, with no clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE