JANUARY 11, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
SIME VRSALJKO DEFENDER - NO TEAM
DEFENDER - NO TEAM
Inter Close in on Signing of Sime Vrsaljko as Deal Is Agreed in Principle with Atletico Madrid Transfer article discussing Sime Vrsaljko’s reportedly imminent move from Atletico Madrid to Inter.
Out against Sociedad Vrsaljko (strain) is not in Atletico's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad.
Impact Vrsaljko ends the season with a muscular injury, but he started getting semi-regular minutes again at right back once Kieran Trippier left for Newcastle back in January. He recorded one goal, two assists and three clean sheets in 21 La Liga appearances (10 starts).
MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Muscle injury confirmed Vrsaljko suffered a muscular overload against Elche in midweek, Atletico confirmed on Friday.
Impact Vrsaljko will be working to recover by Sunday's clash against Sevilla, or by the season finale against Real Sociedad the following weekend. Marcos Llorente could fill in for him at right back if Vrsaljko isn't fit enough.
MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured against Elche Vrsaljko was subbed out of Wednesday's victory against Elche in the seventh minute after suffering an injury.
Impact Vrsaljko had to be taken off very early in Wednesday's match, and it is unclear at the moment whether he will be forced to miss additional game time due to this potential injury. Marcos Llorente could fill in for him at right back against Sevilla on Sunday if necessary.
MAY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes four clearances against Man City Vrsaljko made a block, four clearances and an interception in Tuesday's 1-0 Champions League defeat against Manchester City. He also won one of three tackles in the match.
Impact Vrsaljko was part of a very solid Atletico defense that was immensely frustrating for City on Tuesday, but his opponents managed to sneak in one goal to take the advantage into next week's reverse fixture. Before that however is Saturday's La Liga clash against 18th-placed Mallorca, which have scored just 26 times in 30 matches this season.
APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in win Vrsaljko logged one assist from one chance created during Saturday's 4-1 win over Deportivo Alaves.
Impact Vrsaljko returned to the lineup after missing three games with a lower body injury and helped Joao Felix to the first goal of the contest. Now that he's back, Marcos Llorente can move up the pitch and isn't stuck playing right-back or right-wing-back, a change that should improve things for everyone. Up next is the UCL tie against Manchester City, which should be an intense match for Vrsaljko.
APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starts on Saturday Vrsaljko is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match with Deportivo Alaves.
Impact Vrsaljko returns after missing the past few matches with a lower body injury. The wing-back starts on the right side of defense for Atleti's La Liga clash with Alaves.
APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to full training Vrsaljko (lower body) was back training in full with Atletico on Monday, according to Jose Ignacio Fernandez of Gol.
Impact Vrsaljko has missed a few games with a gluteal injury, but he is expected to be available once again versus Alaves at the weekend.
MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
On track in recovery Vrsaljko (lower body) was training individually with Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, according to Belen Sanchez Garcia of Deportes La Sexta.
Impact Vrsaljko has missed his side's last three games with a gluteal injury, but he is making progress with his recovery and is targeting a return against Alaves after the international break.
MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for a few weeks Vrsaljko will miss a few weeks with a gluteal injury he suffered against Betis on Sunday, according to David G. Medina of Marca.
Impact Vrsaljko has been playing well at right back/right midfield since the departure of Kieran Trippier, but he is set to miss a few games now with a gluteal injury. Marcos Llorente would likely replace him in the position until he's fit enough to return.
MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured against Betis Vrsaljko was subbed out of Sunday's victory against Real Betis in the 21st minute after suffering an injury.
Impact The severity of Vrsaljko's injury is unclear at this time, but he has a few days to recover before Atletico's next game against Cadiz on Friday. Yannick Carrasco replaced him on Sunday but Marcos Llorente would be more likely to fill in at right back if necessary.
MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Available against Rayo Vrsaljko (face) was selected in Atletico's squad list to face Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.
Impact Vrsaljko missed three games with a bone fracture in his face, but he is fit enough to be available on Sunday even though he will likely still be the backup to Kieran Trippier.
JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Training individually Vrsaljko (face) was pictured in training Sunday, but he did not touch the ball in the session.
Impact Vrsaljko has missed Atletico's last two games after suffering a facial injury earlier in December. He isn't quite ready to practice in full yet, but he's getting closer to being able to make his return.
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers facial injury Vrsaljko will have to undergo surgery on a fractured bone in his face, Atletico Madrid announced Wednesday.
Impact Vrsaljko played the full 90 minutes as a makeshift center back in Tuesday's Champions League victory over Porto that sealed his side's advancement to the Round of 16, but he will now have to undergo surgery. There is no official timetable for his return as of yet.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Logs 10 crosses in win Vrsaljko created one chance from 10 crosses (one accurate) during 85 minutes of Saturday's 1-0 win over Osasuna.
Impact Vrsaljko has yet to complete a full 90 this season but he's not far from that goal and can still put up impressive numbers when given the chance, as he's scored once, provided 13 crosses and made four interceptions in his last three appearances. With Kieran Trippier (shoulder) out indefinitely, Vrsaljko could be a high-value replacement for multiple weeks. Up next is Wednesday's visit from AC Milan in the UCL.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in draw Vrsaljko scored once on two shots (one on goal) during Sunday's three-all draw with Valencia.
Impact Vrsaljko scored his first goal in La Liga on Sunday, and is not a goal-threat, or fantasy relevant option by any means. He has yet to start a match in 21/22, and is not worth rostering in any fantasy formats.
NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Records assist in win Vrsaljko subbed into Tuesday's match against Getafe in the 84th minute and he assisted a goal in the 2-1 victory.
Impact Vrsaljko set up Luis Suarez's winning goal Tuesday with a cross in what was just his second appearance of the season. He is still very much the backup option at right back/right wing back behind Kieran Trippier, but maybe he can finally find come into his own this season after so many inconsistent years at Atletico thus far.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances in loss Vrsaljko made three clearances and created two chances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against England.
Impact Vrsaljko was solid on both sides of the ball in his opening defeat against England on Sunday. He should have an easier time Friday against a weaker team in the Czech Republic, which scored 13 goals in eight matches during qualifying.
JUNE 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Remains out Vrsaljko (knee) has yet to return to training and is unlikely for the Aug. 13 match against Leipzig, reports Marca.
Impact Vrsaljko was working in the gym two months ago, but he's yet to recover to health and get back to training. He last appeared March 11 and is unlikely to be ready for the Aug. 13 Champions League match.
JULY 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Atletico Madrid Defender Sime Vrsaljko Undergoes Keyhole Surgery After Longstanding Knee Issue Atletico Madrid defender Sime Vrsaljko has undergone a keyhole operation, having had ligament surgery 16 months ago. The Croatian defender s...
MAY 21, 2020 • 12UP.COM
