ARKADIUSZ RECA NEWS

Ruled out for Napoli match Reca is in Poland for a consultation on his injured knee, Spezia announced.

Impact Reca is weighing his options as the problem he suffered in the previous game is apparently severe. Salva Ferrer is the frontrunner to get the start on the left flank, although it is possible the coach will give a shot to a youngster.

MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early versus Udinese Reca sent in one inaccurate cross, won one tackle and had one clearance and one block in 31 minutes before leaving Saturday's 3-2 win over Udinese due to an apparent knee injury, G...

Impact Reca was forced off after tweaking his knee by planting his leg awkwardly while blocking a shot. Salva Ferrer replaced him in this one and showed well off the bench. Considering the absence of Simone Bastoni, he will be the top candidate to start in next week's season finale versus Napoli if Reca could not go.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Lazio game Reca (undisclosed) was named in Spezia's squad list to face Lazio Saturday.

Impact Reca could quickly find his way back into the XI after sitting out the previous game with an unspecified issue, supporting Salva Ferrer on the left flank. He has notched three chances, eight crosses (two accurate), six tackles (four won) and 16 clearances in the last five appearances.

APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Torino match Reca (undiclosed) is absent for Saturday's game versus Torino.

Impact Reca might be dealing with something more than a migraine, which forced him to bow out in the previous game, but the club has been pretty secretive with their physical problems in the lead-up of this one, on top of announcing two unnamed COVID-19 cases.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should be fine for Torino game Reca is in contention to start in Saturday's match versus Torino, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Reca left the previous game early, but it appears that the problem has not lingered and that he has been practicing fully afterward. He will compete with Salva Ferrer. He has tallied three chances, eight crosses (two accurate), six tackles (four won) and 16 clearances in the last five matches.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with suspected migraine Reca (migraine) was pulled early from Friday's 3-1 loss against Inter Milan.

Impact Reca was taken out of the Spezia lineup in the 37th minute due to a suspected migraine. Considering the midfielder has 20 starts in 22 appearances this season, Reca's potential absence could limit the Spezia offense if he misses any additional time, especially considering he has racked up 14 crosses (four accurate), 19 clearances and four chances created in his last six contests.

APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Second assist of season Reca had an assist while crossing once accurately and creating two chances during Monday's 2-1 loss to Bologna.

Impact Reca set up Rey Manaj in the 11th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the second of the season for the fullback while his two chances created were the team-high total in the loss.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Decent against Salernitana Reca sent in two crosses (zero accurate), had two interceptions and one clearance and won three duels in Monday's 2-2 draw with Salernitana.

Impact Reca picked up a few stats in both phases, but he is capable of better performances, especially in the offensive end. He has tallied two shots, nine crosses, four tackles and nine interceptions in the last five appearances. Spezia will host Fiorentina Monday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty active against Roma Reca took three shots (one on target), sent in two crosses (zero accurate), won three duels and drew one foul in Monday's 0-2 loss to Roma.

Impact Reca paced his team his shot, while he did not have great touch on his deliveries. He has been picked over Simone Bastoni in three straight games after recovering from an injury. He has logged one assist, three chances created, seven crosses and five tackles in six games (four starts). Spezia will host Empoli Sunday.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Four clearances against Sassuolo Reca made four clearances in a 2-2 stalemate against Sassuolo on Sunday.

Impact Reca had a decent day for the home team. The 26-year-old made four clearances, most by any player in the match. Other than that, Reca also provided a couple of key passes.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns against Atalanta Reca (thigh) had one tackle in 26 minutes in Saturday's 2-5 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Reca had not played since mid-September due to multiple physical injuries. His return could impact Jacopo Sala and the other midfielders, as Simone Bastoni could move more frequently to those role with Reca at left-back. Spezia will host Bologna next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes practicing fully Reca (thigh) trained with no limitations Monday, Spezia announced.

Impact Reca missed the past month due to a second thigh strain in short order. Barring a setback, he will be available for Saturday's game versus Atalanta. He will likely alternate with Simone Bastoni on the left flank, although he will need to be eased into action given the multiple injuries he suffered in the early going. He talleid two goals, three assists, 30 shots and 26 chances created in 30 appearances with Crotone last season.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Reca has been diagnosed with a small rectus femoris strain in the right thigh after getting hurt in the warm-ups of the past game, Spezia announced.

Impact Reca stayed on the bench even though he could not play. He has made just one appearance so far since he had to deal with multiple physical problems. Simone Bastoni will continue to be the primary choice at left-back, with Salvador Ferrer and Jacopo Sala as the alternatives. Reca might miss time past the third break.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Fiorentina Reca (thigh/COVID) has been included in Spezia's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Reca is is good to go after being out since mid-September first because of a thigh injury and then due to COVID. He will likely be brought along slowly, also because Simone Bastoni has been excellent on the left flank thus far. It is possible the coach will devise a system to have them both on the pitch together down the line.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off Coronavirus Reca tested negative for COVID-19 and has been allowed to return to practice, Spezia announced.

Impact Reca missed over a month, first because of a thigh injury and then due to the viral infection, therefore he is unlikely to resume being available right away.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Reca has contracted Coronavirus and is isolating at home, Spezia announced.

Impact Reca had not been part of the group for weeks due to a thigh strain and the issue will further delay his return from injury. Spezia will keep relying on Simone Bastoni, Salvador Ferrer and Kelvin Amian on the left flank until Reca returns.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Reca has been diagnosed with a strain of the rectus femoris muscle in the right thigh, Spezia announced.

Impact Reca will likely be sidelined until the second international break as the injury generally takes three-to-four weeks to heal. He had yet to start since joining Spezia. Simone Bastoni will see the bulk of minutes on the left flank, with Salva Ferrer and Kelvin Amian filling in if necessary.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Spezia Reca has joined Spezia on a season-long loan from Atalanta, the club announced Sunday.

Impact Reca was a consistent Serie A starter for two years now during loan stints with SPAL and Crotone in recent years, and he tallied a combined two goals and five assists in 55 appearances (50 starts) from left midfield. He should slot right into Spezia's lineup this season as well.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return against Fiorentina Reca (knee) has not been called up for Saturday's match versus Fiorentina.

Impact Reca will miss the third game in a row as a result of a knee sprain. He concludes a solid season with two goals, three assists, 81 crosses and 26 created chances in 30 appearances. He will head back to Atalanta in the summer after the loan spell and Crotone's relegation.

MAY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Milan wins 2-0 at Benevento, remains unbeaten atop Serie A

AC Milan is unbeaten atop Serie A after winning 2-0 at Benevento despite playing most of the match with 10 men

JANUARY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Verona takes advantage of Lazio errors to win 2-1 in Serie A

Lazio caused its own downfall as two mistakes saw the hosts beaten 2-1 by Hellas Verona in Serie A

DECEMBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS