TORINO NEWS

Karol Linetty - Available versus Verona Linetty (thigh) will be called up for Wednesday's match against Verona, coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Verona suffered a thigh strain early in the break, but he managed to recover without missing time. He has featured in 14 matches this season (11 starts), tallying nine chances created, 21 tackles, 13 interceptions, and 13 clearances. He's usually a backup when Sasa Lukic and Samuele Ricci are available.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Samuele Ricci - Appears in friendly Ricci (calf) got the start in Wednesday's game versus Monza, Torino report.

Impact Ricci sat out the previous game due to a calf problem, but it was minor, and he was able to return in short order. He'll be healthy heading into the restart. He has registered five shots (one on target), three chances created, 12 tackles, and five interceptions in nine appearances, providing one assist.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pietro Pellegri - Suffers thigh injury Pellegri has been diagnosed with a biceps femoris strain in the right thigh, Torino announced.

Impact Pellegri got hurt in practice, and the problem will cost him multiple matches, considering a likely three-to-four weeks timetable. Antonio Sanabria will see the lion's share of minutes at the position and will be backed up by Yann Karamoh and Demba Seck.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Emirhan Ilkhan - Gets hurt in friendly Ilkhan was taken to a local hospital after suffering an ankle injury in Friday's friendly against Cremonese, where he got stitches to close a large wound, Ansa informs.

Impact Ilkhan will take further tests on ankle and Achilles, but he might have gotten away with a cut despite the early concern and the fact that he was hospitalized right away.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Samuele Ricci - Skips friendly Ricci is unavailable for Friday's friendly versus Cremonese due to a calf problem, Torino announce.

Impact Ricci previously missed time with a strain in the same area, and the club will not take any chance given the situation. He'll be further assessed in the lead-up to January 4's tilt against Verona.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ola Aina - Suffers setback Aina (thigh) hasn't been able to resume training fully due to a new tendon problem in the same area that will likely sideline him for multiple weeks, TuttoSport informs.

Impact Aina seemed close to coming back right after the break, but he failed to do so because of a different issue. He's expected to miss at least a couple of games in January. With Wilfried Singo also hurt, Mergim Vojvoda and Valentino Lazaro should man the flanks against Verona.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Perr Schuurs - Returns in friendly Schuurs (elbow/shoulder) played an hour in Friday's friendly versus Espanyol, Torino report.

Impact Schuurs suffered an elbow dislocation and a shoulder separation in one of the final official matches of 2022, but he avoided major problems and didn't need surgery. He has been a full go in practice after Torino resumed training, recovering more quickly than anticipated. He established himself as a defensive staple in a hurry, logging 18 tackles, 14 interceptions, 31 clearances, and three blocks in ten matches with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Karol Linetty - Suffers muscular injury Linetty sustained a psoas muscle strain in his left leg, Torino announced.

Impact Linetty got hurt in practice and will be evaluated over the next few weeks, the team announced. He has about a mont to recover ahead of the first January game.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ricardo Rodriguez - Sends three crosses in 6-1 defeat Rodriguez had three crosses (zero accurate) and zero chances created in Tuesday's 6-1 loss versus Portugal.

Impact Rodriguez also added four aerials won and four clearances for a decent individual effort though the horrific defeat would certainly limit his fantasy production in most formats. The defender will finish with one clean sheet in four WC starts while adding solid offensive numbers with two chances created and 12 crosses.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wilfried Stephane Singo - Suffers thigh injury Singo has been diagnosed with a grade-one biceps femoris strain in his right thigh, Torino announced.

Impact Singo got hurt right after Torino resumed practicing following a little break. He's set to be sidelined for three-to-four weeks. He might avoid missing matches given the time remaining before the next Serie A, but he could be limited in January since he won't be able to practice for a while.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Perr Schuurs - Could be ready for January Schuurs (shoulder/elbow) is progressing nicely and could recover in time for the first match after the World Cup break, TuttoSport informs.

Impact Schuurs has been training on the side since Torino got back to work earlier this week. The treatment seems to be working, which would allow him to avoid surgery. His original timetable was about 45 days since the injury, which puts him on track for the Verona game on January 4, the outlet adds.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ola Aina - Close to full health Aina (thigh) has been limited in practice in the last few days, but he's expected to re-join the rest of the group in short order, TuttoSport informs.

Impact Aina sustained a thigh strain in late October, and he's completing the rehab. He shouldn't have trouble being a full go once Serie A resumes in early January.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vanja Milinkovic-Savic - Three allowed in defeat Milinkovic-Savic made four saves but conceded three goals during Friday's 3-2 defeat to Switzerland.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic didn't have much of a chance on any of Switzerland's goals as this matchup yielded fireworks throughout. With the result, Serbia are eliminated from World Cup competition.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vanja Milinkovic-Savic - Allows three goals versus Cameroon Milinkovic-Savic had five saves, one clearance, and one accurate keeper-sweeper in Monday's 3-3 draw with Cameroon.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic registered a high number of saves, but he was let down by his defense, which botched the offside trap twice in the second half, paving the way for two easy goals for Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting and Vincent Aboubakar. He has surrendered five goals and made 12 saves in two World Cup contests. Serbia will face Switzerland Friday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vlasic - On bench against Canada Vlasic (calf) made the bench for Sunday's match against Canada.

Impact Vlasic started the opening-day draw with Morocco but has been shifted to the bench following a muscular complaint. Marko Livaja takes his place in the lineup on the right wing.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vanja Milinkovic-Savic - Beaten twice against Brazil MIlnkovic-Savic made seven saves and conceded two goals during Thursday's 2-0 loss against Brazil.

Impact MIlnkovic-Savic did what he could do stop Brazil's high-octane attack and preserved a clean sheet for an hour. But then came Richarlison with two goals over a 11-minute span to give the opposition all three points. The goalkeeper wasn't at fault either time and still avoided a much bigger loss with some important stops. Up next for him is Monday's clash against Cameroon.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ricardo Rodriguez - Wins six duels versus Cameroon Rodriguez had two crosses (zero accurate) and one clearance, won six duels, and drew two fouls in Thursday's 1-0 victory versus Cameroon.

Impact Rodriguez was solid defensively, like the rest of Switzerland's backline in the opener. He has logged 17 crosses (four accurate), 23 tackles, 16 interceptions, and 22 clearances in 13 games with Torino.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vlasic - Expected to avoid issue Vlasic (calf) avoided any major issues after undergoing calf scans, manager Zlatko Dalic told reporters.

Impact Vlasic came off holding his calf, but it appears to have just been cramp. The forward is expected to train Thursday and should be fully fit and available Sunday, barring a surprise set-back with his fitness.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sasa Lukic - Starting against Brazil Lukic (calf) is in Serbia's starting lineup for Thursday's World Cup opener against Brazil.

Impact Lukic has missed the last few games for club and country due to a calf injury, but he is fit enough to be on the pitch from the start on Thursday in defensive midfield.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sasa Lukic - Travels to Qatar Lukic (calf) traveled to Qatar for Thursday's World Cup opener against Brazil.

Impact Lukic will be in for a tough match if able to make the starting XI for the World Cup opener. Not only will he be recovering from a calf issue, but Serbia are taking on the World Cup favorites Brazil in a match that figures to be one-sided.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vlasic - Subs off versus Morocco Vlasic had two shots (one on target), sent in one inaccurate cross, and drew one foul in Wednesday's 0-0 draw with Morocco before leaving at halftime due to a calf injury, La Gazze...

Impact Vlasic had an uneventful game before bowing out at the break. He required medical assistance late in the first half due to a problem in the area. He'll be further evaluated ahead of Sunday's match versus Canada. He was replaced by Mario Pasalic in this one.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sasa Lukic - Will sit out pre-World Cup match Lukic (calf) won't be called up for Friday's game against Bahrain, coach Dragan Stojkovic announced.

Impact Lukic skipped the last two matches with Torino before the break due to a minor calf issue, and he's not 100 percent yet. He won't play in the friendly to avoid risks and will undergo further evaluations ahead of the opening match versus Brazil.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pietro Pellegri - Doesn't feature against Roma Pellegri (ankle) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Roma.

Impact Pellegri was a late insertion to the squad list after twisting his ankle, but he didn't get to play anyway. He has fared better than Antonio Sanabria as of late. He has scored once and added six shots (three on target), four chances created, three crosses (zero accurate), and four tackles in 11 appearances (four starts).

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Buongiorno - Will miss Verona contest Buongiorno had one interception and one clearance, created one scoring chance, and was booked for the fifth time in the season in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Roma.

Impact Buongiorno left early due to a hamstring injury, but it won't be an issue since it's reportedly minor. On the other hand, he'll skip January 4's home game against Verona due to yellow card accumulation. If Perr Schuurs (elbow/shoulder) isn't ready, David Zima and Ricardo Rodriguez would start next to Koffi DJidji in the back.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Perr Schuurs - Will undergo conservative treatment Schuurs (elbow) had a medical consultation on Monday and has decided to opt for a conservative physical therapy treatment that will take place over several weeks rather than underg...

Impact Schuurs missed Sunday's draw with Roma due to an elbow injury that he suffered against Sampdoria in the previous match, and he is set to miss a few weeks while he recovers. But he also has an extended period to heal due to the World Cup break that begins this week, and Torino doesn't play again until January.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE