SPORTIVA SALERNITANA NEWS

Ivan Radovanovic - Avoids major issues Radovanovic did not sustain ligament damage in the Milan game and he is nursing a simple sprain, Salernitana announced.

Impact Radovanovic will be assessed throughout the week, but his absence should not be too long even if he is indeed forced to miss time. He was replaced by Ederson in the past game. Emil Bohinen and Francesco Di Tacchio are also candidates to see uptick of playing time.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Franck Ribery - Diagnosed with mild injury Ribery suffered a right calf pull in the Milan game, Salernitana announced.

Impact Ribery will likely miss some time, but the injury is not too severe. Diego Perotti got hurt as well, therefore they could be in trouble at the position if Simone Verdi does not recover for Saturday's game versus Bologna.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Radu Matei Dragusin - Fares well in Milan clash Dragusin had one block, two interceptions and five clearances and won three duels in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Dragusin had a good performance while going toe-to-toe with Olivier Giroud even though his side wound up allowing two goals. He has started all three matches since joining in January, posting three tackles, six interceptions, 12 clearances and one block. Salernitana will face Bologna at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Ranieri - Well-rounded against Milan Ranieri took one shot on target, sent in one accurate cross, won two of three tackles and had four clearances in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Ranieri did not look great in certain defensive reads, especially the early goal, but his energy again allowed him to pick up stats at both ends. He has notched 11 chances, 60 crosses, 37 tackles and 40 clearances in 21 matches thus far. Salernitana will face Bologna at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lassana Coulibaly - Brings the hustle against Milan Coulibaly created one scoring chance, won three of five tackles and five duels and drew two fouls in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Coulibaly made his presence felt in the midfield and shined in the peripheral stats. He generally does not contribute much to the offense, though. This was his best outing since coming back from AFCON. He has notched nine shots, five chances, 32 tackles and 17 clearnces in 18 matches. Salernitana will face Bologna at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Radovanovic - Bows out early versus Milan Radovanovic subbed off after just 15 minutes in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan due to an ankle sprain, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Radovanovic will take some tests in the next few games to determine the severity of the problem. The coach replaced him with Ederson, who joined Lassana Coulibaly and Grigoris Kastanos in the midfield. Also Emil Bohinen and Francesco Di Tacchio will be candidates to see minutes in Saturday's home game against Bologna.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pasquale Mazzocchi - Provides asssist against Milan Mazzocchi sent in four crosses (three accurate), created two scoring chances, had two interceptions and picked up an assist in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Mazzocchi had a strong performance on both ends of the pitch and capped it off by assisting Milan Djuric with a great cross. He has logged 12 crosses, three tackles, five interceptions and nine clearances in three matches since joining Salernitana. They will face Bologna at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Djuric - Scores against Milan Djuric took two shots on target, drew one foul, won eight duels and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Djuric put his team on top in the second half with a sneaky header in the box. He was dominant in the air and was instrumental in the first goal as well, as he bested Mike Maignan that had come out of the goal, leading to a relatively easy finish for Federico Bonazzoli. He has quickly staved off the competition coming from January newcomers Lys Mousset and Mikael. He has scored twice, provided an assist, taken seven shots and created two chances in the last five appearances. Salernitana will face Bologna at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Bonazzoli - Finds target versus Milan Bonazzoli took three shots (two on target), created one chance, had one interception and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Bonazzoli bagged the first equalizer for his side in the first half by slotting home an acrobatic kick in the empty net. He has quickly gone from being excluded from the match-day game list to being the most productive striker for his team. He has scored in three consecutive appearances and has logged six shots, one chance and two crosses in the last four games. Salernitana will face Bologna at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Franck Ribery - Subs off against Milan Ribery took one off-target shot, sent in three inaccurate crosses, drew two fouls and left Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan early with a calf injury, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Ribery had an okay outing since was pretty active, although not particularly precise. On the other hand, he picked up an injury in the second half. He is headed for some tests. Simone Verdi should not be sidelined for long, and also Diego Perotti can play in the role. Salernitana will face Bologna at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luigi Sepe - Concedes twice against Milan Sepe had three saves, two accurate keeper-sweepers and one clearance and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Sepe did what the could, but he could not catch two precise finishers by Junior Messias and Ante Rebic. He has generally been okay, but Salernitana continue to conced a lot despite revamping their defense in January. He has surrendered five goals and made seven saves in three matches since joining. Salernitana will face Bologna at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Verdi - Ruled out for Milan game Verdi has not been named in Salernitana's squad list to face Milan Saturday.

Impact Verdi has picked up some muscle fatigue during the week and will be spared to avoid further issues. Franck Ribery will likely return to the XI with Verdi on the mend. Diego Perotti could also see minutes at the position.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Di Tacchio - Unused against Genoa Di Tacchio (undisclosed) did not feature in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Genoa.

Impact Di Tacchio indeed recovered from a physical problem that had sidelined him in the previous game, but he now faces an uphill climb to regular playing time considering the several additions by Salernitana in the role in January.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Verdi - Launches in eight crosses Verdi had three shots (one on goal), eight crosses, one tackle, created one chance and was fouled once in the 1-1 draw against Genoa on Sunday.

Impact With the entire squad pushing to pull ahead of Genoa, Verdi's offense was a key piece to that struggle. Though the forward has only made five appearances this season, his offensive prowess has been noticeable. If he plays against Milan, it is likely he will put up similar numbers.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pasquale Mazzocchi - Strong defense with offense to boot Mazzocchi had three crosses, three interceptions, two tackles and two fouls in the 1-1 draw with Genoa on Sunday.

Impact Defense is vital to victory, but defenders who can contribute offensively can make a huge difference. Having the balanced play that Mazzocchi brings means it is a good opportunity to pick up some extra points. Hopefully he can make a big contribution against Milan.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Ranieri - Plays well on both ends Ranieri had five crosses, three interceptions, two tackles and was fouled once in the 1-1 draw with Genoa on Sunday.

Impact When a player understands their role, they can help their squad find success. Ranieri is an aggressive crosser, and a pugnacious defender. Both of these things will be vital in the next match against Milan.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Bonazzoli - Scores equalizer against Genoa Bonazzoli had one goal on one shot, one cross, one tackle, one foul and was fouled five times in the 1-1 draw with Genoa on Sunday.

Impact In the 46th minute, Milan Djuric was able to find Bonazzoli for the equalizing goal. Though the forward missed the last match, he has scored two goals in his last two appearances. While unlikely, he may be able to extend that streak against Milan.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Djuric - Assists one goal Djuric had one assist, one shot (off target), one cross, three fouls, created one chance and was fouled once in the 1-1 draw with Genoa on Sunday.

Impact Just before the first half was called, Djuric managed to find Federico Bonazzoli for the equalizing goal. While not a very strong offensive threat, it is unlikely that the forward will be able to repeat this performance against Milan.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luigi Sepe - Makes four saves against Genoa Sepe had four saves and conceded one goal in the 1-1 draw with Genoa on Sunday.

Impact Against an aggressive offensive team, Sepe was able to stand up and block more shots than he let get by him. This is only the second match that the goalkeeper has played this season, and if he plays in the next one against Milan, he will be faced with a much tougher challenge.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Di Tacchio - Could be option Sunday Di Tacchio returned to practice in the lead-up of the Genoa game, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Di Tacchio has shaken off the problem that cost him the previous game, although he is not a lock to make the game-day squad list considering that Salernitana added multiple midfielders late in the January window. His role is set to get smaller. He has recorded 14 shots, 17 tackles, 22 interceptions and 23 clearances in 18 appearances (14 starts).

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mamadou Coulibaly - Not ready to return Coulibaly (thigh) has continued to practice on the side throughout the week, coach Stefano Colantuono announced.

Impact Coulibaly will sit out his fourth straight game due to the second thigh strain the span of a few weeks. Ivan Radovanovic, Lassana Coulibaly and Grigoris Kastanos started in the previous game, while Emil Bohinen came off the bench. Salernitana also added Ederson.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Bonazzoli - Will be option against Genoa Bonazzoli is fully part of the group and will be available Sunday versus Genoa, coach Stefano Colantuono announced.

Impact Bonazzoli was left out of the match-day squad list last week as he had a row with the coach and the management following the transfer market window. It appears that things got resolved and he will fight for minutes with their other strikers going forward. He has scored four times and added 25 shots, 20 crosses and two chances in 19 matches (ten starts).

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Bonazzoli - Not dealing with injury Bonazzoli was unavailable against Spezia because of an argument with the coach, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Bonazzoli was surprisingly absent from the squad list after being a regular in the last few matches. Coach Stefano Colantuono did not go into details but confirmed that the exclusion was a technical decision and not injury-related. It remains to be seen whether the two will be able to patch things up ahead of Sunday's away game versus Genoa. In any case, Bonazzoli now faces a lot more competition after the arrivals of Lys Mousset and Mikael.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luigi Sepe - Concedes twice against Spezia Sepe had one punch and gave up two goals in Monday's 2-2 draw with Spezia.

Impact Sepe was rather unlucky in his Salernitana debut as he conceded on two penalty kicks and did not have the opportunity to make a save. Salernitana will visit Genoa Sunday,

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Djuric - Makes sub appearance in Spezia match Djuric (COVID-19) took one shot on target, had two successful take-ons and won 12 duels in Monday's 2-2 draw with Spezia.

Impact Djuric returned after two matches on the shelf and fared better than newcomer Lys Mousset in his limited minutes. Mikael will be in the mix to play as a striker as well in the next few matches. Djuric has scored twice and added 19 shots, nine chances and 15 clearances in 19 appearances (nine starts). Salernitana will visit Genoa Sunday,

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE