CHARALAMPOS LYKOGIANNIS NEWS

Stays at Bologna Lykogiannis has agreed to a one-year contract with an option with Bologna.

Impact Lykogiannis would have become a free agent at the end of June if he hadn't re-upped. He'll likely continue to alternate with Juan Miranda next season. He provided five assists and logged 26 key passes, 132 crosses (39 accurate) and 30 tackles in 23 showings (16 starts) last season.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

12 crosses in finale Lykogiannis generated one shot (zero on goal), 12 crosses (three accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Genoa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52n...

Impact Lykogiannis recorded a season-high 12 crosses in Saturday's season finale, recording three accurate in the process. He also took a season-high seven corners, but created just one chance before he was subbed off in the 75th minute. He had a solid Serie A campaign as he recorded four assists and recorded 106 crosses across 17 appearances (12 starts).

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in crosses Lykogiannis recorded one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Friday's 3-1 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Lykogiannis led his team in crosses Friday, seeing seven in the outing, his most in a match since March 2. He was also solid on the defensive side of the ball, notching a block, three tackles and three clearances. This was his first start since that March 2 game as well, seeing the full 90 minutes of play.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in five crosses Lykogiannis recorded five crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Lykogiannis saw his first appearance in some time Sunday, earning 23 minutes off the bench for his first minutes since March 2, seven games ago. He some some decent work in his few minutes, notching an interception, two tackles won and five crosses. He has now made 15 appearances (19 starts) this season, notching four goal contributions in his time on the field, all of which being assist.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Coppa Italia bout Lykogiannis (ankle) was an option for Tuesday's 3-0 win over Empoli in the domestic cup.

Impact Lykogiannis sat out the last Serie A game, but his injury turned out not to be too worrisome. Juan Miranda has run away with the starting job thanks to his recent showings, but he could still get minutes here or there. He has assisted once and logged three shots (one on target), seven chances created and 29 crosses (11 accurate) in his last five appearances (three starts).

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Venezia tilt Lykogiannis hasn't been called up for Saturday's game against Venezia due to an ankle sprain, Bologna announced.

Impact Lykogiannis got hurt in one of the final practices and will soon take more tests. He has mostly deputized Juan Miranda at left-back throughout the season.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers in Cagliari tilt Lykogiannis won two of three tackles and had 10 crosses (four accurate), two key passes and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Cagliari.

Impact Lykogiannis got the nod over Juan Miranda after three matches and filled the stat sheet, easily pacing his side in deliveries with decent precision even though he couldn't pick an assist. Both fullbacks will likely stay in the mix. He has dished one helper and added seven chances created, 29 crosses (11 accurate) and nine corners in his last five outings (three starts).

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers five crosses against Lecce Lykogiannis created two scoring chances and recorded five crosses (three accurate), four clearances and three interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Lecce.

Impact Lykogiannis was again a menace from the wing and on set pieces, pacing his side in a pair of offensive stats. He has assisted three times in his last six displays (four starts), adding eight key passes, 34 crosses (10 accurate), 12 corners and 13 clearances.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Sunday Lykogiannis assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Como. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Lykogiannis set up the opener for Lorenzo De Silvestri in the 25th minute with a good free kick. Lykogiannis registered the most crosses in the game, created two chances and also made a clearance and a block. He has now recorded six clearances, three tackles and an interception across the last four games.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Plays one half versus Sporting CP Lykogiannis (head) drew one foul and had one inaccurate shot one tackle (one won) and picked up his third yellow card in Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Como.

Impact Lykogiannis was quickly back on the pitch after a head injury and relieved Emil Holm, with Juan Miranda moving to the right wing, as the coach played it safe with players who had been booked. He'll eventually miss his next chance to play in Europe due to yellow-card accumulation, but Bologna have been eliminated this season. He has notched two assists, four key passes, 30 crosses (five accurate) and eight corners in the last five games (three starts).

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Lykogiannis (head) is on the bench for Wednesday's Champions League match against Sporting CP.

Impact Lykogiannis was listed as questionable on Tuesday due to a head injury sustained against Empoli on Saturday but is available for selection on the bench Wednesday. The Greek defender has been a key player for Bologna in the Champions League, starting four games and contributing one assist, six tackles, and 26 crosses during that span. While he may not be fit to start, he could feature as a substitute.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Wednesday Lykogiannis (head) was forced off in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Empoli due to a head injury. However, he has recovered and is included in the squad for Wednesday's Champions Leagu...

Impact Lykogiannis is available for the Champions League final group-stage game on Wednesday after being included in the squad. It is unclear whether Lykogiannis or Juan Miranda will start at left-back.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with potential head injury Lygkogiannis subbed off against Empoli due to a blow to the head, coach Vincenzo Italiano stated.

Impact Lykogiannis initially stayed in the match after the impact but eventually bowed out due to its consequences and will face an uphill climb to clear the protocol ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash versus Sporting CP.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out against Empoli Lykogiannis assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created before leaving Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli at the 76th minute due to injury, Gianluca...

Impact Lykogiannis picked up Benjamin Dominguez with a long cross for his second assist in three matches but got banged up in the second half. He'll be assessed ahead of Wednesday's Champions League match versus Sporting CP. He alternates with Juan Miranda at the position.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 11 crosses, two accurate Lykogiannis recorded one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact In Champions League action this season, Lykogiannis has alternated between inactive and starter, with the latter being the case Tuesday. For the first time this UCL season, he attempted more than 10 crosses in a game. Lykogiannis has been quite consistent in the category, having logged two accurate crosses in each of his four UCL appearances.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Assist off bench Lykogiannis assisted once to go with five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Monza.

Impact Even though Lykogiannis was dropped from Bologna's starting XI for Saturday, he still made an impact with a late assist off the bench. Lykogiannis helped add to Bologna's lead with an assist of a Riccardo Orsolini goal. In Serie A action, the assist marks Lykogiannis' first since Sept. 22.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in crosses against Inter Lykogiannis had nine crosses (zero accurate), one interception, one block and one corner in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Inter Milan.

Impact Lykogiannis drew his first start over Juan Miranda since late November and paced his team in deliveries but lacked touch, failing to connect with a teammate in all of them. He has registered one assist, four chances created, 15 crosses (three accurate) and six clearances in his last four showings.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 14 minutes versus Fiorentina Lykogiannis (thigh) had one cross (zero accurate) and one clearance, committed one foul and was booked in Sunday's 1-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Lykogiannis was eased into things after dealing with a thigh problem. He might start over Emil Holm against Torino if Juan Miranda (thigh) continues to miss time. He has posted one assist, 10 key passes, 20 crosses (eight accurate) and 11 corners in his last four showings.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Fiorentina tilt Lykogiannis (thigh) made Bologna's squad list to face Fiorentina on Sunday.

Impact Lykogiannis will return after sitting out two games and might get the call since starter Juan Miranda (thigh) is missing, although Stefan Posch adapted to the role midweek. He has assisted twice in his last five showings, adding 12 chances created, 31 crosses (11 accurate), 12 corners and 14 clearances.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Benfica Lykogiannis (thigh) hasn't been selected for Wednesday's match against Benfica.

Impact Lykogiannis will skip the second contest in a row due to a muscular problem. Juan Miranda (thigh) is missing as well, so either Emil Holm, Stefan Posch or Tommaso Corazza will get the nod at left-back.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Juventus game Lykogiannis will miss Saturday's match versus Juventus due to a thigh injury, coach Vincenzo Italiano relayed.

Impact Lykogiannis is nursing a contracture and is iffy also for the Benfica match. Juan Miranda will most likely continue starting at left-back with Tommaso Corazza and Emil Holm as his deputies.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Wednesday Lykogiannis assisted once to go with four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus Lille. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 33rd minute.

Impact Lykogiannis made his first start since Oct. 22 and marked the occasion with his second assist of the season. He also created four chances, his most through three UCL appearances this season. He added three clearances and one blocked shot before he was subbed off in the 68th minute for Juan Miranda.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Monaco Lykogiannis (lower leg) didn't come off the bench in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Monaco.

Impact Lykogiannis was an option after sitting out two fixtures due to a contusion but didn't get minutes right away. He might relieve Juan Miranda versus Roma and will likely split time with the teammate from here on out, as neither has gained a clear edge at the position.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Monaco clash Lykogiannis (lower leg) has been selected for Tuesday's match versus Monaco, Bologna announced.

Impact Lykogiannis is good to go after sitting out two matches, but the coach stated that Juan Miranda would stay in the XI at left-back in this one. He has assisted once and totaled eight chances created, 33 crosses (11 accurate) and 12 clearances in his last five showings.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Lykogiannis (lower leg) hasn't been called up for Saturday's match versus Lecce.

Impact Lykogiannis will skip the second match in a row due to a bruise. Juan Miranda will likely get the nod again. Emil Holm, Stefan Posch and Lorenzo De Silvestri can take care of the position if needed.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE