TOMA BASIC NEWS

Suspended for Milan match Basic won one of three tackles, had two clearances and one interception and was booked for the fifth time in Monday's 2-1 loss to Verona.

Impact Basic did his best to help the defense, but his side still allowed two goals. He'll be out versus Milan due to yellow-card accumulation. Antonio Candreva or Mateusz Legowski will take his place in the XI, with Grigoris Kastanos moving to the midfield in the first case. He'll head back to Lazio after a solid loan spell, during which he was a regular and posted 16 key passes, 25 crosses (seven accurate) and 20 tackles in 15 appearances.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Sunday's loss Basic had one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Fiorentina. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 45th minute.

Impact After missing the last two matches with a knee injury, Basic returned to the pitch Sunday. He did not have the best performance, but he did record his first shot on target of the season, which was also his side's lone shot on target in the match. He also picked up his third yellow card of the season before being subbed off in the 84th minute for Simy.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Fiorentina Basic (knee) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Basic returns from a knee injury which has kept him out each of Salernitana's last two matches. The midfielder has been a regular starter since making his season debut in January.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Fiorentina fixture Basic (knee) has been selected for Sunday's match against Fiorentina, Salernitana announced.

Impact Basic is good to go after missing two matches due to a pair of ailments and might make the XI right away since Lassana Coulibaly, Giulio Maggiore and Grigoris Kastanos are on the mend. He was a regular starter before the injury, posting four off-target shots, five key passes and 11 crosses (two accurate) in his last five showings.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Lazio game Basic (knee) won't return versus Lazio on Friday, coach Stefano Colantuono announced.

Impact Basic will skip the second contest in a row due to a minor injury. Lassana Coulibaly, Giulio Maggiore and Iron Gomis got the start in the midfield last week, while Mateusz Legowski came off the bench.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sassuolo match Basic (knee) hasn't been selected for Friday's tilt versus Sassuolo, Salernitana informed.

Impact Basic picked up a pair of knocks last week and didn't recuperate in time. He'll be re-evaluated ahead of next Friday's away game versus Lazio. Two or three among Giulio Maggiore, Mateusz Legowski, Lassana Coulibaly and Agustin Martegani will play in the midfield in this one.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sassuolo fixture Basic has trained intermittently this week due to knee and thigh ailments, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Basic got banged up in the past game and, while his injuries aren't believed to be serious, he might drop to the bench or fall out of the game-day squad list altogether Friday. Lassana Coulibaly and Mateusz Legowski would be the top candidates to take his place in such an eventuality.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in Saturday's loss Basic had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Lecce.

Impact Basic had a productive outing Saturday despite his side failing to score a goal. He created three chances -- his second most in a match this season -- and recorded a season-high six crosses. He also took two of his side's seven corner kicks and recorded one off-target shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Dynamic in Udinese tilt Basic recorded three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), four tackles (two won) and two interceptions Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Basic had his most well-rounded performance since joining Salernitana. He has been a day-one starter after the January switch and has rarely come off the pitch, although he hasn't been too impressive on either end. He has totaled eight chances created, 10 crosses (three accurate), nine tackles and eight interceptions in seven games.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Salernitana Basic has joined Salernitana on a season-long loan from Lazio, the club confirmed.

Impact He featured regularly as a sub in previous campaigns, but he has yet to notch a single appearance in the current one. He'll battle for a spot in the XI with Mateusz Legowski and Giulio Maggiore once Lassana Coulibaly returns from AFCON. He recorded one goal, 15 shots (six on target), ten chances created, and 24 crosses (two accurate) in 29 games in 2022/2023.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature versus Monza Basic (undisclosed) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Monza.

Impact Basic was back on the squad but didn't get minutes. Luis Alberto, Daichi Kamada, Matteo Guendouzi, and Matias Vecino are ahead of him in the depth chart in the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Monza game Basic (undisclosed) made Lazio's squad list to face Monza Saturday.

Impact Basic is available after missing the previous game because of an undisclosed physical problem. He has yet to feature this season even though he was on the bench for the previous games.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Juventus game Basic hasn't been called up for Saturday's match versus Juventus due to a late injury, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Basic has yet to feature since he's buried on the depth chart and picked up an injury in the lead-up to the game. He's not eligible to play in the Champions League, so his next opportunity, should he heal will come next week versus Monza.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in season finale Basic didn't come off the bench in Round 38's 2-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Basic was just a rotational piece in the midfield for the second season in a row. He featured 29 times but made just seven starts. He tallied one goal, 15 shots (six on target), ten chances created, and 24 crosses (two accurate).

JUNE 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active off the bench versus Lecce Basic won six duels and registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and three chances created in 17 minutes in Friday's 2-2 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Basic didn't score like in the recent Sassuolo game, but he had decent showing off the bench, and he's getting more chances with Matias Vecino and Danilo Cataldi currently on the mend. He has logged one goal, four shots (one on target), three key passes, and three inaccurate crosses in his last seven appearances.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Basic scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Basic subbed on in the 73rd minute and scored in the 92nd to seal their home win. That was his first goal in the season, while he has yet to assist so far. The midfielder has been mostly a backup option, starting in only seven of his 25 appearances.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Midtjylland Basic (calf) was available but didn't feature in Thursday's 1-5 loss to Midtjylland.

Impact Basic didn't get the nod due to a small calf ailment, but he was outright sidelined. While the problem isn't too serious, he might stay out of the XI also in Sunday's away game versus Cremonese to avoid more significant injuries.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Europa League match Basic has been called up for Thursday's match against Midtjylland, but he will be a late called due to a calf problem, coach Maurizio Sarri announced.

Impact Basic picked up a small issue in the last practice before the game and will be further assessed on match-day to determine the level of risk. He has been alternating with Luis Alberto and Matias Vecino so far.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Verona Basic created one scoring chance, won one tackle, had one clearance and took two shots (both on target) in last Saturday's 3-3 draw with Verona.

Impact Basic got the call as Luis Alberto was available in this one and assembled a well-rounded but low-end stat line. He has been the top backup in the midfield in his first Serie A season, posting one goal, two assists, 21 shots and ten chances in 36 appearances (14 starts).

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in Atalanta game Basic (undisclosed) picked up no stats in 11 minutes in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Atalanta.

Impact Basic returned after missing one game, but he did not contribute at all in his limited time on the pitch. He will be in contention with Luis Alberto in February 6th's match against Fiorentina. He has recorded two goals, seven shots, nine crosses and 13 clearances in 15 matches (six starts).

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Basic (undisclosed) practiced with the rest of the group Friday, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Basic was sidelined for the past ten days for unknown reasons. He is set to being an option in the midfield, although Luis Alberto will probably stay in the XI given his lack of practice. He has posted two assists, seven shots, nine crosses and 13 clearances in 14 matches (six starts).

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Salernitana match Basic (undisclosed) did not make Lazio's squad list to face Salernitana Tuesday.

Impact Basic has missed a pair of training sessions for unknown reasons and will be held out altogether for this one. Lazio will have a few youngsters backing up the starters in the midfield in this one.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Salernitana match Basic did not practice in the last two days and is in doubt for Saturday's match against Salernitana, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Basic was in the same situation for one of the recent matches and ended up making the bench after recovering late. In any case, Luis Alberto is the frontrunner to complete the midfield in this one given that Lazio will face a rather easy opponent.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Empoli match Basic (undisclosed) has been named in Lazio's squad list to face Empoli Thursday.

Impact Basic is available despite missing multiple training sessions for undisclosed reasons. He will likely come off the bench differently from recent games. He has notched two assists, seven shots, seven crosses and 11 clearances in 13 games (five starts).

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely for Empoli game Basic has not been spotted at practice in the last two days, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Basic has been absent for undisclosed reasons, and the site speculates he might have been a close contact with somebody who tested positive for COVID-19. Even if gets cleared on game-day, Luis Alberto will most likely get the nod in the midfield Thursday.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE